How is a kick catch interference penalty enforced?

Kick catch interference occurs when a player interferes with the opportunity for a kick receiver to catch the ball cleanly. To ensure fair play and protect the receiver's right to catch the kick without disruption, a penalty is enforced.

The correct enforcement for kick catch interference is 15 yards from the spot of the foul. This means that if the foul occurred before the receiving player attempts to catch the ball, the offense benefits from significant yardage and is placed in a better position on the field. The penalty not only acknowledges the foul's impact on the play but also deters such interference in future situations by imposing a notable yardage penalty, reflecting the seriousness of the infraction.

Other enforcement options do not apply here, as they may not reflect the nature of the interference effectively. By enforcing the penalty at 15 yards from the spot, the rules emphasize the importance of allowing players their opportunity to play the ball safely.