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What Is The Definition Of Pylon In Football?
1. This is a marker placed in each corner of the end zone. Pylons are a bright orange to offer better visibility for both the players and referees, and most have a padded covering to prevent injury if players collide with them. The ball must enter the end zone between these pylons to count as a touchdown. In addition, if the ball is in possession of a player and they touch the pylon, it is a touchdown.
Examples Of How Pylon Is Used In Commentary
1. Bush runs up the sideline and dives over a would-be-tackler and touches the pylon with the ball for a touchdown.
Sports The Term Is Used
1. Football