Who Gets the Ball After a Touchback?

If a touchback occurs, the ball is automatically brought to the 25-yard line. After a touchback on a kickoff return, the returning offense will come on the field, and the kickoff defense will come on the field.

What happens after a touchback?

In standard outdoor American football, the team awarded the touchback receives possession of the ball at either its own 20-yard line or 25-yard line, depending on the specific type of play. ... All other touchback situations in both rule sets result in possession at the 20.

Where does the team get the ball on a touchback?

How Many Yards is a Touchback? When a team receives a touchback, the ball is placed at the 25-yard line to start the next drive. Historically, football teams received the ball at their 20-yard line.