0 past simple and past participle of muff --
1 to spoil an opportunity or do something badly: --
A muffed punt is "not" a fumble.
He was the very same player who had muffed the reception of the final two onside kicks.
If the receiving team never had full possession, it is considered to be a muffed punt rather than a fumble.
A muffed punt occurs when there is an uncontrolled touch of the football by a player on the returning team after it is punted.
This breed is available in both clean legged and muffed (feathered legs) varieties.
A muffed snap can be recovered by either team.
The breed is known for its long muffed (feathered) feet and double crest.
Rules vary by league about how to handle a muffed punt.
