In football, a reception is when the ball is caught by an eligible receiver after a forward pass. It is essentially another word for a catch. However, there are some specific distinctions on what is considered a reception. Here are some key points about receptions in football:
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An eligible receiver typically includes the running back, tight end, and wide receivers. They must also not be lined up or a yard behind the line of scrimmage and remain in bounds while receiving the reception.
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A reception is officially declared after the ball is caught and the receiver makes a football move. Football moves include bringing the ball to the chest, taking multiple steps, and performing a ball carrier move (such as a juke or spin) .
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After possession is made, a reception is recorded. The ball carrier can fumble the football after the reception, but it is still considered a reception.
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If a player goes to the ground while making a catch, he must control the ball all the way through until his.
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If the pass is not caught by anyone, it is called an incomplete pass or simply an "incompletion". If the pass is caught by an opposing player, it is called an interception).
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Receptions are counted as a statistic in football, which counts the total number of times a receiver has caught the ball. There is no other qualification that goes into the calculation of receptions.
