Scoring rules are defined in the Operations Manual and interpreted through official rulings when questions arise.
Source Structure
| Area | Source section |
|---|
| Offensive scoring | Operations Manual Section 7.2 |
| Kicking | Operations Manual Section 7.3 |
| Defense / special teams | Operations Manual Section 7.4 |
| Return touchdown interpretation | Return TD double-scoring ruling |
Return Touchdowns
Return touchdowns are validly scored for both:
| Recipient | Points source |
|---|
| Individual returner | Offensive return TD scoring |
| Team D/ST | D/ST touchdown scoring |
Answering Guidance
Use the Operations Manual for scoring categories. Use the 2025 return TD ruling when the question is about double scoring, exploitability, or whether a rule change is required.
| Page | Use it for |
|---|
| Operations Manual | Primary governance reference |
| Rulings | Official rule interpretations |
| Decisions | Commissioner and process decisions |
Last modified on May 15, 2026