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Imo, it was a catch by the rule as it is written Rule 8.1.3 requires: A. Secure ball B. Two feet inbounds Then: C. Football move, or ground contact that does not dislodge the ball Cooks does secure possession, and the ball remains firmly in possession after ground contact
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This is again reinforced by the NFL’s example videos, which show a drop caused by the ground’s force The omission of stating any need to survive subsequent force from the ground (ie on a roll) or a defender’s action implies losing control at the point is not negating
