Nfl football positions
Lines up directly behind the Center to receive the snap; calls plays, throws passes, hands off the ball, or runs.
qb or quarter back
Operates on the left or right wing to dribble past defenders and whip crosses into the box
Winger
Kneels down seven to eight yards from the line of scrimmage to catch the snap and place the ball down for the Kicker.
Holder
Stops shots on goal and is the only player allowed to use hands inside the penalty box
Goal keeper
this is a position that Stands 3 to 5 feet behind the D LINE and is a type off linebacker
MLB/ middle linebacker
Drops into midfield to pull defenders out of position and link up passing plays
Second striker
up deeper in the backfield (often right in front of the Running Back); acts primarily as a heavy lead-blocker.
Full back
An aggressive outside defender with heavy running duties along the touchline for both offense and defense.
Wing back
Special teams players who sprint down the field on punts/kickoffs to tackle the returner
Gunners/jammers
A rare deep defender who sits behind the center backs to mop up loose balls
Sweeper