Additionally , AAU permits interceptions to be returned past the 40 - yard line for defensive touchdown of 6 points .
Both USA Football and AAU count touchdowns as 6 points , and 3 points are awarded for an interception by the defense .
AAU permits interceptions to be returned past the 40 - yard line for defensive touchdown of 6 points .
Both USA Football and AAU count touchdowns as 6 points , and 3 points are awarded for an interception by the defense .