Rules and Objectives
What is the main objective of American football?
To score points by getting the football into the opposing team's end zone.
In which country did American football originate?
The United States.
Who is known as the greatest quarterback of all time, with seven Super Bowl wins?
Tom Brady
What is a "huddle"?
When the team gathers together to discuss the next play
What is the name of the championship game of the NFL?
The Super Bowl.
How many points is a touchdown worth?
6 points.
Which sport is American football derived from?
Rugby.
Which player holds the record for the most rushing yards in a single season?
Eric Dickerson
What is a "blitz"?
A defensive strategy where extra players rush the quarterback.
Which team has won the most Super Bowls?
The Pittsburgh Steelers and the New England Patriots (6 each as of 2020).
What is a field goal?
A kick worth 3 points.
What year was the National Football League (NFL) founded?
1920
Who was the first African American head coach to win a Super Bowl?
Tony Dungy
What is the "line of scrimmage"?
The line where the football is placed at the start of each play.
In what year was the first Super Bowl played?
1967
How many players are on the field for each team during play?
11 players.
Who is known as the "Father of American Football"?
Walter Camp.
Which wide receiver is known for his famous one-handed catch?
Odell Beckham Jr
What is an "end zone"?
The area at each end of the field where touchdowns are scored.
What was the nickname of the 1985 Chicago Bears defense?
The "Monsters of the Midway."
What happens when the ball is "intercepted"?
The defensive team catches the ball from the offensive team, gaining possession.
What was the first professional American football team?
The Allegheny Athletic Association team.
Who holds the record for the most career touchdown passes?
Drew Brees (as of the end of the 2020 season
What is a "fumble"?
When a player loses possession of the ball before being tackled.
Which game is known as the "Greatest Game Ever Played"?
The 1958 NFL Championship Game between the Baltimore Colts and the New York Giants.