QB starts behind line of scrimmage; one direct hike; Once ball is hiked: QB has 7-second pass clock or must release/lateral; Forward pass allowed only behind line of scrimmage
Why people argue about this
People often assume that a possession resets every time there's a turnover, forgetting that in NFHS Flag Football, each possession begins anew at the offense’s own 5-yard line regardless of what happened on previous plays, leading to confusion about when a new possession starts and how it affects scoring opportunities.
