Teaching Football

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How many yards must a player obtain to receive a first down?

Name two ways that the defense can take the ball away from the offense.
How can the offense advance the ball?
Which players on the defense are able to blitz?
What is a turnover?
Name two positions both block and catch passes during the game?
What position is known as the quarterback of the defense
How can the defense score points

Write how many points the following are worth below.

Touchdown =
Extra Point =
Field Goal =
Safety =

Briefly explain why the name safety is given to the defensive player that is
aligned the deepest on the defense.
Write 4 to 5 paragraphs explaining american football