From CBS Sports · · 1m 30s
What is the Peanut Punch in NFL Football?
NFL defenders use the Peanut Punch to force turnovers, changing how teams attack the football.
In brief
NFL defenders use the Peanut Punch to force turnovers, changing how teams attack the football. The Peanut Punch, a defender technique to punch the football out of a player's hands, has become a common cause of turnovers in NFL games. Originally reported by CBS Sports.
Peanut Punch Definition
The Peanut Punch is a defender technique where they punch the football out of a player's hands to force a turnover.
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Peanut Punch Origin
The Peanut Punch was named after Bears' CB Charles 'Peanut' Tillman, who made it legendary in the 2010s.
Peanut Punch Impact
Through six games, the NFL has seen 175 forced fumbles, the highest number since 2013.
Jets' Peanut Punch Strategy
The New York Jets are second in the NFL in forced fumbles with 10 through six games, using punch-outs to create turnovers.
Eagles' Peanut Punch Approach
Philadelphia Eagles' HC Nick Sirianni uses a blueprint to determine when to use the Peanut Punch for forced fumbles.
How Defenders Use the Punch
Defenders punch the football out from different angles to create turnovers, often by squaring up with the ball carrier.
Offense Protection
Ball carriers must hold the ball tightly and wrap their arms to prevent the Peanut Punch, but this can break wrists.
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Special Teams Vulnerability
Special teams players are especially vulnerable to the Peanut Punch during kickoff and punt returns.
Peanut Punch Prevalence
The Peanut Punch has become a common cause of turnovers in every NFL game, making it a key defensive strategy.
The bottom line
The Peanut Punch, a defender technique to punch the football out of a player's hands, has become a common cause of turnovers in NFL games.
