Football 101 – Offense, Defense, & Special Team positions

OFFENSE POSITIONS

OT – Offensive Tackle: Lines up on the offensive line, has the duty of protecting the quarterback on pass plays and opening up holes by blocking for the ball carrier to run through.

OG – Offensive Guard: Lines up on the offensive line, has the duty of protecting the quarterback on pass plays and opening up holes by blocking for the ball carrier to run through.

C – Center: Lines up on the offensive line, snaps the ball the quarterback between his legs and has the duty of protecting the quarterback on pass plays and opening up holes by blocking for the ball carrier to run through.

SB – Slotback: Runs routes on passing plays so that the passer may throw the ball or blocks for the ball carrier.

WR – Wide Receiver: Runs routes on passing plays so that the passer may throw the ball or blocks for the ball carrier.

FB – Fullback: Lines up behind the quarterback and in front of the running back. Has four options: runs the football if handed off to, block for the quarterback on passing plays, run a pattern to receive a pass from the passer, or block for the running back.

RB – Running Back: Lines up behind the offence in the backfield. Also has four options: runs the football if handed off to, block for the quarterback on passing plays, run a pattern to receive a pass from the passer, or block for the running back.

QB – Quarterback: Is the focal point of the offence. Is in charge of calling plays both in the huddle and at the line of scrimmage. It is their responsibility to receive the snap fro the center and either hand the ball off to a ball carrier or pass the football to an eligible receiver.

DEFENSE POSITIONS

DE – Defensive End: Lines up on the defensive line and attempt to tackle the ball carrier or block a pass from being completed.

DT – Defensive Tackle: Lines up on the defensive line and attempt to tackle the ball carrier or block a pass from being completed.

DB – Defensive Back: Covers receivers and attempts to break up any passes to the receiver. Also must tackle a ball carrier if necessary whether it be a receiver or running back.

CB – Cornerback: Covers receivers and attempts to break up any passes to the receiver. Also must tackle a ball carrier if necessary whether it be a receiver or running back.

L – Line backer: Lines up behind the defensive line. Have the responsibility on watching the quarterback, tackling any ball carrier, or breaking up any pass.

S – Safety: The last line of defence. Responsibility is to watch the quarterback to where they may possibly throw the football so as to break up any pass no matter where on the field it may be. Must also tackle any ball carrier.

SPECIAL TEAM POSITIONS

KICK OFF POSITIONS

C – Coverman: Job is to run downfield to cover the kickoff by tackling the ball carrier.

PK – Place Kicker: Kicks the football downfield so that a ball carrier of the opposite team may return the football. Also attempts to tackle the ball carrier if necessary.

KICK OFF RETURN POSITIONS

B – Blocker: Attempts to block the players on the kickoff coverage team so that the ball carrier could run the ball back for a return.

KR – Kick Returned: Receives the football on a kickoff and attempts to return to football to the opponents end zone and gain field position.

FIELD GOAL POSITIONS

C – Center: Lines up on the offensive line and snaps the ball to holder. Job is to make sure the field goal or single point convert is not blocked by the defense.

OG – Offensive Guard: Lines up on the offensive line. Job is to make sure the field goal kick or single point convert is not blocked by the defense.

OT – Offensive Tackle: Lines up on the offensive line. Job is to make sure the field goal kick or single point convert is not blocked by the defense.

SB – Slotback: Lines up on the offensive line. Job is to make sure the field goal kick or single point convert is not blocked by the defense.

FB – Fullback: Lines up on the offensive line. Job is to make sure the field goal kick or single point convert is not blocked by the defense.

RB – Running Back: Lines up on the offensive line. Job is to make sure the field goal kick or single point convert is not blocked by the defense.

WR – Wide Receiver: Line up behind the offensive line. Job is to make sure that the field goal kick or single point convert is not blocked by the defense.

H – Holder: Receives the snap from the center so that they may place on the ground and hold the football for the place kicker to kick the football.

PK – Place Kicker: Attempts to kick the football through the uprights for either a field goal or single point convert.

PUNT POSITIONS

OT – Offensive Tackle: – Lines up on the offensive line and blocks their opponent so that the punter my kick the ball. Also coverts the football after it is kicked but tackling the ball carrier who receivers the punt.

OG – Offensive Guard: – Lines up on the offensive line and blocks their opponent so that the punter my kick the ball. Also coverts the football after it is kicked but tackling the ball carrier who receivers the punt.

C – Center: – Lines up on the offensive line and snaps the ball to the punter. Also blocks their opponent so that the punter my kick the ball. Also coverts the football after it is kicked but tackling the ball carrier who receivers the punt

SB – Slotback: – Blocks their opponent so that the punter my kick the ball. Also coverts the football after it is kicked but tackling the ball carrier who receivers the punt.

FB – Fullback: – Blocks their opponent so that the punter my kick the ball. Also coverts the football after it is kicked but tackling the ball carrier who receivers the punt.

RB – Running Back: – Blocks their opponent so that the punter my kick the ball. Also coverts the football after it is kicked but tackling the ball carrier who receivers the punt.

WR – Wide Receiver: – Blocks their opponent so that the punter my kick the ball. Also coverts the football after it is kicked but tackling the ball carrier who receivers the punt.

P – Punter: – Receivers the snap from the center and kicks the football to an waiting kick returned. Attempts to cover the kick by tackling the ball carrier if necessary.

ANOTHER MORE DETAILED VERSION

Even if you’ve been around a lot of football, this glossary may help you understand some things that confused you before. Different teams use different terms for the same thing. Different leagues use different names for the same positions. Some positions and terms are often confused with American Football.

PLAYER NUMBERS:

  • Eligible Receivers, anyone allowed to catch a pass, must be numbered from 0-39 or from 70-99.
  • Ineligible Receivers, meaning interior offensive linemen, must be numbered from 40-69.
  • Defensive Players may wear any number.
CFL OFFENSIVE POSITIONS (info supplied by the Edmonton Eskimos)…
POSITION ABBR. DESCRIPTION ALSO KNOWN AS
Quarterback QB The leader of a team’s offense. This player is positioned behind the center, where he directs the team’s offensive play on the field. He also communicates each play, called for by the coach, to his teammates in the huddle. The Quarterback takes the snap from the center and either hands the ball to a running back to run with, passes it to a receiver or runs with it himself. If the play is not executable, the Quarterback must find his own way to move the ball past the line of scrimmage for a First Down or a Touch Down.
Wide Receiver WR A player whose job it is to catch or attempt to catch a forward pass.
Slotback SB Slotbacks are inside receivers as opposed to wide receivers. A Slotback lines up between the wide receiver and the offensive line, behind the line of scrimmage, which is why he is included with the “backs”.
Running Back RB This player carries the ball on most running plays and receives hand offs or lateral passes behind the line of scrimmage and short forward passes from the Quarterback. He also helps to block for the Quarterback on passing plays. Halfback or Tailback
Tackle T
LT / RT
Lines up on a far right and far left of the offensive line (hence the term offensive lineman). These large men are positioned at the line of scrimmage to block the opposing team’s defensive players, to open holes for the running backs on running plays and to protect the quarterback on passing plays so he has enough time to find a receiver to throw to. Tackles are usually the biggest athletes on the field.
Guard G
LG / RG
Right and left guards line up to either side of the center. They have the same purpose as tackles – blocking and pass protection.
Center C Lines up in the middle of the offensive line and snaps (hikes) the ball to begin every play. He then has the same responsibilities as the other offensive linemen, but primarily to protect the Quarterback as opposed to the ball carrier.
Fullback FB The fullback lines up behind the quarterback and blocks for the tailback on running plays. Generally a larger player than a tailback. Fullbacks are also used to carry the ball directly over the middle.
Tailback TB The tailback lines up behind the fullback. (See Running Back for details.) Running Back
CFL DEFENSIVE POSITIONS (info supplied by the Edmonton Eskimos)…
POSITION ABBR. DESCRIPTION ALSO KNOWN AS
Defensive Tackle DT One or two tackles play in the center of the Defensive Line. Their job as defensive linemen is to fight off the blocks of the offensive linemen and tackle the ball carrier. On running plays, they try to keep the runner from advancing past the line of scrimmage while on passing plays, they try to break through the offense and tackle (sack the) the quarterback. Nose, when being used as the only Defensive Tackle.
Nose N In defensive formations using only one tackle, such as the Eskimo defense, he is called the nose. Defensive Tackle
Defensive End DE Also defensive linemen, responsibilities are the same as defensive tackles.
Linebacker LB Positioned behind the Defensive Linemen, they are a team’s second line of defense against runners who make it past the linemen. They also drop back to cover receivers on passing plays. A team usually plays with 3 or 4 linebackers, depending on the formation. Eskimo linebackers are distinguished by the names:
“Sam” (strong side)
“Mac” (middle)
“Will” (weak side)
Cornerback CB Cornerbacks are to prevent Wide Receivers from catching passes, on their side of the field. However, as a Defensive Back, they can also Sack the Quarterback and tackle Running Backs. A Cornerback defends either by zone or man-to-man, depending on the play. In zone coverage, Cornerbacks must always stay downfield while remaining in their zone (between the sideline and opposing player), making sure nobody gets outside or downfield of him, especially in cases where there is no deep safety help. In man-to-man coverage, the Cornerback is solely responsible for the man across from him, usually the offensive player split furthest out, keeping that man inside of him. Cornerbacks are basically Defensive Backs and are most often simply referred to as Corners.
Halfback HB Also a defensive back, halfbacks are part of the last line of defense, should the ball carrier make it past the defensive line and the linebackers. They cover the receivers (slotbacks) who are lined up inside the wide receivers.
Free Safety FS Roams the defensive backfield and is available to help other defenders with pass coverage and to make emergency open-field tackles if the ball carrier gets away from everyone else. Also considered a defensive back.
CFL SPECIAL TEAMS POSITIONS (info supplied by the Edmonton Eskimos)…
POSITION ABBR. DESCRIPTION ALSO KNOWN AS
Kicker K Responsible for all of the place kicks (kicks where the ball is kicked off the ground), field goals, converts.
Punter P Catches the long snap from the center and punts the ball.
Holder H Catches the ball from the center and holds it vertically on the ground for the kicker to attempt the field goal or convert. The team’s backup quarterback, who has much experience receiving snaps in practice, often plays the position.
Kick Returner KR On a punt or kickoff, he is at the rear of the receiving team and will try to catch teh kicked ball and return it as far as possible toward the opposing end.
MISCELLANEOUS POSITIONS (antiquated or used by American or minor football leagues)…
POSITION ABBR. DESCRIPTION ALSO KNOWN AS
Backs RB Backs play behind the linemen, both on the offense and the defense. There are several kinds of Backs and are known by many names and nicknames, depending on where the coaches place them in relation to the Quarterback and the league referred to; CFL, NFL, Minor Football. 1 Back : 2 Back : Nickel Back : Slot Back : Half Back : Full Back : Wing back : etc.
Offensive Lineman OL Offensive Linemen is the general term for the players that start each play within 1 yard of the Line of Scrimmage, facing the Defensive Linemen. Their job is to keep the Defensive Linemen from breaking through and reaching the Quarterback or ball carrier and opening a way for the ball carrier to move forward unobstructed in order to make a 1st down or a touchdown.
Offensive Linebacker LB Offensive Linebackers help push the Linemen to open a hole for the Running Back to go through, but must also defend the Running Back or Quarterback from any Defensive Linemen that break through the Linemen’s blockade. There are Strongside, Middle and Weakside Line Backers.
Defensive Lineman DL Defensive Linemen is the general term for the players that start each play within 1 yard of the Line of Scrimmage, facing the Offensive Linemen. Their job is to keep the offense from executing their play by halting or minimizing any forward advance. The prime target is to drive the Offensive line back and strip the ball.
Defensive Tackle DT Defensive Tackles line up on the inside of the Defensive Line and are to stop the Running Back on running plays, creating pressure up the middle on passing plays, and occupying Blockers so the Linebackers can roam free. Nose Tackles, depending on the play.
Receiver R There is more than one Receiver. The Quarterback throws a Forward Pass to the Receiver once the Receiver crosses the Line of Scrimmage. The Receiver catches the Forward Pass from the Quarterback and carries the ball toward the Endzone in an effort to obtain either a First Down or a Touchdown. Wide Receivers or Open Receivers, which can be any player with no Defender covering them.
Wingback WB A Running Back used in a wing formation, a rarely used offensive formation devised by an American coach “Pop Warner” where three backfield players block for the player carrying the ball. The same concept still exists only played out by other positions. This is primarily an American term.
Tight End TE A Tight End is a player that is first a receiver and then a blocker if he is not selected to receive the ball. The tight end lines up beside the Offensive Tackle either to the right or to the left of the Quarterback. Split End
Rush End RE A Rush End’s job is to force the Quarterback into a bad throw or if possible, tackle the Quarterback for a quarterback sack. This is a form of Defensive End.
Safety S This is the same as the Free Safety. See the above description in the CFL Defensive Positions. Free Safety

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Football 101 – Offense, Defense, & Special Team positions


OFFENSE POSITIONS

OT – Offensive Tackle: Lines up on the offensive line, has the duty of protecting the quarterback on pass plays and opening up holes by blocking for the ball carrier to run through.

OG – Offensive Guard: Lines up on the offensive line, has the duty of protecting the quarterback on pass plays and opening up holes by blocking for the ball carrier to run through.

C – Center: Lines up on the offensive line, snaps the ball the quarterback between his legs and has the duty of protecting the quarterback on pass plays and opening up holes by blocking for the ball carrier to run through.

SB – Slotback: Runs routes on passing plays so that the passer may throw the ball or blocks for the ball carrier.

WR – Wide Receiver: Runs routes on passing plays so that the passer may throw the ball or blocks for the ball carrier.

FB – Fullback: Lines up behind the quarterback and in front of the running back. Has four options: runs the football if handed off to, block for the quarterback on passing plays, run a pattern to receive a pass from the passer, or block for the running back.

RB – Running Back: Lines up behind the offence in the backfield. Also has four options: runs the football if handed off to, block for the quarterback on passing plays, run a pattern to receive a pass from the passer, or block for the running back.

QB – Quarterback: Is the focal point of the offence. Is in charge of calling plays both in the huddle and at the line of scrimmage. It is their responsibility to receive the snap fro the center and either hand the ball off to a ball carrier or pass the football to an eligible receiver.

DEFENSE POSITIONS

DE – Defensive End: Lines up on the defensive line and attempt to tackle the ball carrier or block a pass from being completed.

DT – Defensive Tackle: Lines up on the defensive line and attempt to tackle the ball carrier or block a pass from being completed.

DB – Defensive Back: Covers receivers and attempts to break up any passes to the receiver. Also must tackle a ball carrier if necessary whether it be a receiver or running back.

CB – Cornerback: Covers receivers and attempts to break up any passes to the receiver. Also must tackle a ball carrier if necessary whether it be a receiver or running back.

L – Line backer: Lines up behind the defensive line. Have the responsibility on watching the quarterback, tackling any ball carrier, or breaking up any pass.

S – Safety: The last line of defence. Responsibility is to watch the quarterback to where they may possibly throw the football so as to break up any pass no matter where on the field it may be. Must also tackle any ball carrier.

SPECIAL TEAM POSITIONS

KICK OFF POSITIONS

C – Coverman: Job is to run downfield to cover the kickoff by tackling the ball carrier.

PK – Place Kicker: Kicks the football downfield so that a ball carrier of the opposite team may return the football. Also attempts to tackle the ball carrier if necessary.

KICK OFF RETURN POSITIONS

B – Blocker: Attempts to block the players on the kickoff coverage team so that the ball carrier could run the ball back for a return.

KR – Kick Returned: Receives the football on a kickoff and attempts to return to football to the opponents end zone and gain field position.

FIELD GOAL POSITIONS

C – Center: Lines up on the offensive line and snaps the ball to holder. Job is to make sure the field goal or single point convert is not blocked by the defense.

OG – Offensive Guard: Lines up on the offensive line. Job is to make sure the field goal kick or single point convert is not blocked by the defense.

OT – Offensive Tackle: Lines up on the offensive line. Job is to make sure the field goal kick or single point convert is not blocked by the defense.

SB – Slotback: Lines up on the offensive line. Job is to make sure the field goal kick or single point convert is not blocked by the defense.

FB – Fullback: Lines up on the offensive line. Job is to make sure the field goal kick or single point convert is not blocked by the defense.

RB – Running Back: Lines up on the offensive line. Job is to make sure the field goal kick or single point convert is not blocked by the defense.

WR – Wide Receiver: Line up behind the offensive line. Job is to make sure that the field goal kick or single point convert is not blocked by the defense.

H – Holder: Receives the snap from the center so that they may place on the ground and hold the football for the place kicker to kick the football.

PK – Place Kicker: Attempts to kick the football through the uprights for either a field goal or single point convert.

PUNT POSITIONS

OT – Offensive Tackle: – Lines up on the offensive line and blocks their opponent so that the punter my kick the ball. Also coverts the football after it is kicked but tackling the ball carrier who receivers the punt.

OG – Offensive Guard: – Lines up on the offensive line and blocks their opponent so that the punter my kick the ball. Also coverts the football after it is kicked but tackling the ball carrier who receivers the punt.

C – Center: – Lines up on the offensive line and snaps the ball to the punter. Also blocks their opponent so that the punter my kick the ball. Also coverts the football after it is kicked but tackling the ball carrier who receivers the punt

SB – Slotback: – Blocks their opponent so that the punter my kick the ball. Also coverts the football after it is kicked but tackling the ball carrier who receivers the punt.

FB – Fullback: – Blocks their opponent so that the punter my kick the ball. Also coverts the football after it is kicked but tackling the ball carrier who receivers the punt.

RB – Running Back: – Blocks their opponent so that the punter my kick the ball. Also coverts the football after it is kicked but tackling the ball carrier who receivers the punt.

WR – Wide Receiver: – Blocks their opponent so that the punter my kick the ball. Also coverts the football after it is kicked but tackling the ball carrier who receivers the punt.

P – Punter: – Receivers the snap from the center and kicks the football to an waiting kick returned. Attempts to cover the kick by tackling the ball carrier if necessary.

ANOTHER MORE DETAILED VERSION

Even if you’ve been around a lot of football, this glossary may help you understand some things that confused you before. Different teams use different terms for the same thing. Different leagues use different names for the same positions. Some positions and terms are often confused with American Football.

PLAYER NUMBERS:

[LIST]
[*]Eligible Receivers, anyone allowed to catch a pass, must be numbered from 0-39 or from 70-99.
[*]Ineligible Receivers, meaning interior offensive linemen, must be numbered from 40-69.
[*]Defensive Players may wear any number.
[/LIST]

CFL OFFENSIVE POSITIONS (info supplied by the Edmonton Eskimos)…
POSITION ABBR. DESCRIPTION ALSO KNOWN AS
Quarterback QB The leader of a team’s offense. This player is positioned behind the center, where he directs the team’s offensive play on the field. He also communicates each play, called for by the coach, to his teammates in the huddle. The Quarterback takes the snap from the center and either hands the ball to a running back to run with, passes it to a receiver or runs with it himself. If the play is not executable, the Quarterback must find his own way to move the ball past the line of scrimmage for a First Down or a Touch Down.
Wide Receiver WR A player whose job it is to catch or attempt to catch a forward pass.
Slotback SB Slotbacks are inside receivers as opposed to wide receivers. A Slotback lines up between the wide receiver and the offensive line, behind the line of scrimmage, which is why he is included with the “backs”.
Running Back RB This player carries the ball on most running plays and receives hand offs or lateral passes behind the line of scrimmage and short forward passes from the Quarterback. He also helps to block for the Quarterback on passing plays. Halfback or Tailback
Tackle T
LT / RT
Lines up on a far right and far left of the offensive line (hence the term offensive lineman). These large men are positioned at the line of scrimmage to block the opposing team’s defensive players, to open holes for the running backs on running plays and to protect the quarterback on passing plays so he has enough time to find a receiver to throw to. Tackles are usually the biggest athletes on the field.
Guard G
LG / RG
Right and left guards line up to either side of the center. They have the same purpose as tackles – blocking and pass protection.
Center C Lines up in the middle of the offensive line and snaps (hikes) the ball to begin every play. He then has the same responsibilities as the other offensive linemen, but primarily to protect the Quarterback as opposed to the ball carrier.
Fullback FB The fullback lines up behind the quarterback and blocks for the tailback on running plays. Generally a larger player than a tailback. Fullbacks are also used to carry the ball directly over the middle.
Tailback TB The tailback lines up behind the fullback. (See Running Back for details.) Running Back
CFL DEFENSIVE POSITIONS (info supplied by the Edmonton Eskimos)…
POSITION ABBR. DESCRIPTION ALSO KNOWN AS
Defensive Tackle DT One or two tackles play in the center of the Defensive Line. Their job as defensive linemen is to fight off the blocks of the offensive linemen and tackle the ball carrier. On running plays, they try to keep the runner from advancing past the line of scrimmage while on passing plays, they try to break through the offense and tackle (sack the) the quarterback. Nose, when being used as the only Defensive Tackle.
Nose N In defensive formations using only one tackle, such as the Eskimo defense, he is called the nose. Defensive Tackle
Defensive End DE Also defensive linemen, responsibilities are the same as defensive tackles.
Linebacker LB Positioned behind the Defensive Linemen, they are a team’s second line of defense against runners who make it past the linemen. They also drop back to cover receivers on passing plays. A team usually plays with 3 or 4 linebackers, depending on the formation. Eskimo linebackers are distinguished by the names:
“Sam” (strong side)
“Mac” (middle)
“Will” (weak side)
Cornerback CB Cornerbacks are to prevent Wide Receivers from catching passes, on their side of the field. However, as a Defensive Back, they can also Sack the Quarterback and tackle Running Backs. A Cornerback defends either by zone or man-to-man, depending on the play. In zone coverage, Cornerbacks must always stay downfield while remaining in their zone (between the sideline and opposing player), making sure nobody gets outside or downfield of him, especially in cases where there is no deep safety help. In man-to-man coverage, the Cornerback is solely responsible for the man across from him, usually the offensive player split furthest out, keeping that man inside of him. Cornerbacks are basically Defensive Backs and are most often simply referred to as Corners.
Halfback HB Also a defensive back, halfbacks are part of the last line of defense, should the ball carrier make it past the defensive line and the linebackers. They cover the receivers (slotbacks) who are lined up inside the wide receivers.
Free Safety FS Roams the defensive backfield and is available to help other defenders with pass coverage and to make emergency open-field tackles if the ball carrier gets away from everyone else. Also considered a defensive back.
CFL SPECIAL TEAMS POSITIONS (info supplied by the Edmonton Eskimos)…
POSITION ABBR. DESCRIPTION ALSO KNOWN AS
Kicker K Responsible for all of the place kicks (kicks where the ball is kicked off the ground), field goals, converts.
Punter P Catches the long snap from the center and punts the ball.
Holder H Catches the ball from the center and holds it vertically on the ground for the kicker to attempt the field goal or convert. The team’s backup quarterback, who has much experience receiving snaps in practice, often plays the position.
Kick Returner KR On a punt or kickoff, he is at the rear of the receiving team and will try to catch teh kicked ball and return it as far as possible toward the opposing end.
MISCELLANEOUS POSITIONS (antiquated or used by American or minor football leagues)…
POSITION ABBR. DESCRIPTION ALSO KNOWN AS
Backs RB Backs play behind the linemen, both on the offense and the defense. There are several kinds of Backs and are known by many names and nicknames, depending on where the coaches place them in relation to the Quarterback and the league referred to; CFL, NFL, Minor Football. 1 Back : 2 Back : Nickel Back : Slot Back : Half Back : Full Back : Wing back : etc.
Offensive Lineman OL Offensive Linemen is the general term for the players that start each play within 1 yard of the Line of Scrimmage, facing the Defensive Linemen. Their job is to keep the Defensive Linemen from breaking through and reaching the Quarterback or ball carrier and opening a way for the ball carrier to move forward unobstructed in order to make a 1st down or a touchdown.
Offensive Linebacker LB Offensive Linebackers help push the Linemen to open a hole for the Running Back to go through, but must also defend the Running Back or Quarterback from any Defensive Linemen that break through the Linemen’s blockade. There are Strongside, Middle and Weakside Line Backers.
Defensive Lineman DL Defensive Linemen is the general term for the players that start each play within 1 yard of the Line of Scrimmage, facing the Offensive Linemen. Their job is to keep the offense from executing their play by halting or minimizing any forward advance. The prime target is to drive the Offensive line back and strip the ball.
Defensive Tackle DT Defensive Tackles line up on the inside of the Defensive Line and are to stop the Running Back on running plays, creating pressure up the middle on passing plays, and occupying Blockers so the Linebackers can roam free. Nose Tackles, depending on the play.
Receiver R There is more than one Receiver. The Quarterback throws a Forward Pass to the Receiver once the Receiver crosses the Line of Scrimmage. The Receiver catches the Forward Pass from the Quarterback and carries the ball toward the Endzone in an effort to obtain either a First Down or a Touchdown. Wide Receivers or Open Receivers, which can be any player with no Defender covering them.
Wingback WB A Running Back used in a wing formation, a rarely used offensive formation devised by an American coach “Pop Warner” where three backfield players block for the player carrying the ball. The same concept still exists only played out by other positions. This is primarily an American term.
Tight End TE A Tight End is a player that is first a receiver and then a blocker if he is not selected to receive the ball. The tight end lines up beside the Offensive Tackle either to the right or to the left of the Quarterback. Split End
Rush End RE A Rush End’s job is to force the Quarterback into a bad throw or if possible, tackle the Quarterback for a quarterback sack. This is a form of Defensive End.
Safety S This is the same as the Free Safety. See the above description in the CFL Defensive Positions. Free Safety

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