Football Offense
What is the main goal of the offense in football?
To move the ball down the field and score a touchdown.
What is the main goal of the defense?
To stop the offense from scoring.
When throwing a football, which part of your hand should grip the laces?
Your fingertips.
What is a “go route”?
A route where the receiver runs straight down the field as fast as they can.
Which player throws the football?
Quarterback
Who is the player that usually throws the football to teammates?
Quarterback
What is it called when a defensive player catches a pass meant for the offense?
Interception
When throwing, where should your eyes be focused?
On your target or receiver.
What is an “out route”?
The receiver runs forward, then turns sharply toward the sideline.
Which player usually runs the football?
Running back
When the offense crosses into the end zone with the ball, what is that called?
A touchdown
What is it called when the defense tackles the quarterback behind the line of scrimmage?
A sack
When catching, what shape should your hands make when the ball is above your waist?
A diamond or triangle shape.
What is a “corner route”?
The receiver runs downfield, then cuts diagonally toward the corner of the end zone.
Which players catch passes and run routes?
Wide Receivers
Which player usually runs the ball?
Running back
What is it called when the defense forces a runner to drop the ball?
A fumble
Which fingers should be together when the ball is thrown below your belly button?
Pinky's
What is the name for a diagram showing all possible routes, branching like a tree?
A route tree.
Which players protect the quarterback and block for runners?
Offensive linemen
What is it called when a team moves the ball 10 yards or more for a new set of downs?
A first down
What defensive player usually covers wide receivers?
A cornerback.
When throwing, what should your opposite foot do as you release the ball?
Step forward toward your target.
What is it called when a player running with the ball tosses it backwards to a teammate behind them?
Lateral
A what is another name for a football kicker? (Not just "Kicker")
Punter