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The offense has 2 other options on 4th down (besides trying to get to the yellow line for the first down). What are those 2 other options?

Kick a field goal or punt the ball to the other team

It is 3rd and 7. The quarterback throws the ball to the wide receiver and he gains 5 yards. What down and distance is it now?

4th and 2

How many total players are on the field? (offense and defense combined)

22

How many defensive players are on the field?

11

When watching football on tv you will see a yellow line on the ground. What does this yellow line mean?

This is the line that they have to reach in order to get a first down.

The quarterback hands the ball to running back. The defensive player tackles the running back behind the line of scrimmage. Is this good or bad for the defense?

good

To whom does the center snap the ball?

The quarterback

How long is a football field?

100 yards

The wide receiver catches the ball. He runs a few yards and then the defensive player hits the ball out of his hand. What is this called?

a fumble

What is the main goal of the offense?

to score points

What is the main goal of the defense?

to stop the offense from scoring

How many downs (chances) does the offense get to move the ball in each series?

4

How many points is a field goal worth?

3

How many points is a touchdown worth?

6

How many points is a safety worth?

2

Which one is better for the defense..."3rd and 1" or "3rd and 6"?

3rd and 6

Which one is better for the offense..."2nd and 8" or "2nd and 3"?

2nd and 3

The defense tackles the quarterback behind the line of scrimmage. What is this called?

sack

The quarterback throws the ball into the air. It is caught by a defensive player. What is this called?

Interception