But the Gophers were penalized for an illegal formation.
While in theory these arms were bonded, in practice their distribution legitimised the earlier and illegal formation of the Haganah.
(This violation is known as an "illegal formation" in the American game.)
If not, then it is an illegal formation.
On the ensuing kickoff an illegal formation moved the Blue Devils back 5 yards.
A 5-yard penalty for an illegal formation placed the ball on the Washington State 48.
But the team was called for an illegal formation, and Krieg's next pass sailed out of the end zone as time expired.
Later in the same drive, the Jets were called for an illegal formation, but the penalty was declined.
It was disallowed because of an illegal formation, and the Falcons won in overtime.
On the play after the penalty, Texas was penalized for an illegal formation, negating a completed pass for a first down.