These NFHS/NCAA Football Rules Differences are presented in summary form and should only to be used as a guide; not all nuances are described. This information is in no way meant to replace the NFHS Football Rules Book. These differences have been generously compiled and provided by George Demetriou, Football Rules Interpreter for Colorado. The NFHS is not responsible for content, accuracy or the maintenance of this information.
2024 NFHS vs. NCAA Rule Difference – Brian Doherty’s Presentation 9/16/24
2024 NFHS vs. NCAA Major Football Rules Differences (below)
- 40 Second Play Clock Guidance <– (Click Here for the Document)
- NFHS Differences by Rule <— (Click Here for the Document)
- ANEFO.Federation.Football.Rules.6.17.19 <–Brow’s Handout 6.17.19)
- Matt Sumstine’s 2017 NFHS New Rules & POE Hawaii <– Sumstine’s Video)
- Matt Sumstine’s RefereeClinic.Com <–(Sumstine’s Video)