Numbers
How many points are earned for scoring a touchdown?
Six
What is the term for the location on the field a player must step into with possession of the ball to score a touchdown?
The End Zone
Which position usually throws the football?
The Quarterback
What is the name of the penalty when a player grabs the front of the helmet of another player?
Face Mask
What is the term for an offensive pass that is caught by the defense?
How long is a football field (not counting the end zones)?
100 yards
What is the term for when a player knocks down another player?
Tackle
What is the position responsible for making field goals, an extra point, and punting?
What is the penalty when an offensive player has crossed the line of scrimmage prior to the snap?
Offsides
During the game, when does the opportunity for extra point(s) occur?
After a touchdown is scored.
How many players can take the field for each team?
11 players
What is it called when a player (usually an offensive player) drops the ball?
A Fumble
Which position usually catches the ball?
The Wide-Receiver
What is the penalty when a player on offense moves prior to the snap?
False Start
Safety
How many points is a field goal?
3 points
What is the name of the location where the football is placed at the start of every play?
The Line of Scrimmage
Which position usually runs the ball?
The Running-Back
What penalty would be called if a player is holding onto the jersey, arm, or shoulder of an opposing player?
Holding
The offensive team has 4 downs to achieve what?
If they do not achieve this after 4 downs, they lose possession. If they o achieve this, the downs start over.
Gain 10 Yards
How many points would a team have scored if they made 2 touchdowns, missed 1 extra point, but made a field goal?
16 points
What is the term for when the quarterback is tackled before throwing the ball?
A Sack
Which position is a part of the offensive line and is responsible for snapping the ball to start the play?
The Center
What penalty would be called if a defensive player makes contact with the kicker before the kicker's feet have returned to the ground?
Roughing the Kicker
What is the term when players rush at the quarterback and try to pressure them?
Blitz