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What is the role of a Quarterback (QB)?
What is the role of a Quarterback (QB)?
What is the role of an Upback?
What is the role of an Upback?
Protects the QB and sometimes receives the snap
What do linebackers generally do?
What do linebackers generally do?
Defend the run and pass
What does a Snapper (Center) do?
What does a Snapper (Center) do?
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What is the function of a Runningback?
What is the function of a Runningback?
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What is the role of a Left Guard?
What is the role of a Left Guard?
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What does a Right Guard do?
What does a Right Guard do?
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What is the role of a Kicker/Punter?
What is the role of a Kicker/Punter?
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What does a Headhunter do?
What does a Headhunter do?
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Study Notes
Football Positions Overview
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Quarterback (QB): Acts as the field general; responsible for calling plays, initiating action, and handling the snap. Can either hand off to a running back or pass to a receiver, and also has the option to run with the ball.
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Upback: Provides protection for the quarterback and may also receive the snap during plays.
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Linebacker: Positioned behind defensive linemen, often regarded as the best tacklers on the team. Typically, three or four linebackers are utilized per play, playing a crucial role in both run and pass defense.
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Snapper (Center): Responsible for snapping the ball to the upback or quarterback, initiating offensive plays.
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Running Back: Mainly lines up behind the quarterback; responsibilities include running the ball, catching passes, and providing blocking support during plays.
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Left Guard: Primarily responsible for protecting the left side of the offensive line, preventing defensive players from getting through.
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Right Guard: Similar to the left guard, but focuses on guarding the right side of the offensive line against defenders.
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Kicker/Punter: Manages punting the ball into the field goal range; key player in special teams for scoring and field position strategies.
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Headhunter: A special teams role focused on disrupting the opposing receiver by slowing them down or tackling them during plays.
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