Vocabulary
A scoring play in football where a player carrying the ball crosses the opponent's goal line or catches a pass in the opponent's end zone.
Touchdown
What sports did early American football originate from?
Rugby and Soccer
How many quarters are there in each game?
4
Chicago's NFL team
The Bears
What month is the Superbowl played in?
February
When a defensive player catches a pass intended for an offensive player, resulting in a turnover.
Interception
What year was the NFL founded?
1920
What is the objective of the game?
The purpose of the game is to move the ball into the opposition's ‘end zone’, either by running with the ball until tackled, or by passing the ball to a teammate downfield, towards the end zone.
Greenbay Wisconsin NFL team
Green Bay Packers
What is the name of the field where the Chicago Bears play?
Solider Field
When a player loses possession of the ball while running or being tackled, resulting in a turnover.
Fumble
Who is the Father of Football?
Walter Camp
How many players from one team are on the field at a time?
11
Miami's NFL team
Dolphins
How many yards does the offensive team need to move the ball in 4 downs?
10 yards
I am an imaginary line where the football is placed to start each play. It determines where the offense and defense line up. What am I?
Line of Scrimmage
What is the biggest game of the year called where the best 2 teams face off?
Super Bowl
A touch down is worth ___ points.
6
Denvers NFL team
Broncos
What do athletes typically do when they score a touchdown?
pray and point up, look at fans, dance, celebrate, cheer
I am when a defensive player tackles the quarterback behind the line of scrimmage before the quarterback can throw a pass. What am I?
Sack
What is the name of the premiere football league?
NFL (National Football League)
How many points is a field goal worth?
3 points
The Eagles
What is the name of the trophy Super Bowl Winners receive?
Vince Lombardi Trophy