①Quarterback(QB)
This position is a very important position to play the role of playmaker. Pass play begins with quarterback throws the ball. In addition, sometimes quarterback runs. Quarterback requires a high understanding about strategy.
②③Running back(RB)
Running back is a position that primarily run with ball. ② is called a "fullback", mainly responsible for the inside play. There is also a role of blocker to make runway tailback(③). Therefore, full back must have a good build addition and acceleration forces. ③ is called a "tailback", mainly responsible for the open play. Tailback is required to have not only the speed of the foot, also cutting techniques. their job is to advance the ball forward even a little.
④⑤Wide receiver(WR)
The wide receiver are pass-catching specialists. Their main job is to run pass routes and get open for a pass, and catch the ball. ④ is called a "split end", who is directly on the line of scrimmage. ⑤ is called a "flanker", who behind the line.
⑥⑦⑧Offensive line(OL)
Offensive line is a position that make a runways of running back, or protect the quarterback from opponents in pass play. ⑥ is called "offensive tackle", and ⑦ is called "offensive guard". And ⑧ is called "center", it is a position to snap the ball to the quarterback.
⑨Tight end(TE)
Tight end is a very interesting position.This position is like a combination of receiver and offensive line. By a tight end, a wider range of types of play.
Defense
⑩⑪Linebacker(LB)
Linebacker is a position that can be called important key persons of the defense. Linebacker's performance depends on the situation, such as rushing on the quarterback, covering receiver, and defending against the run. ⑩ is called "outside linebacker",and ⑪ is "middle linebacker". In particular, the middle linebacker is required instantaneous high analytical skills.
⑫⑬Defensive back(DB)
Defensive back mainly makes a defense for pass play. For a wide range of defense, defense back is the need for high mobility. ⑫ is called a "cornerback", who rush on running back in run play-defense. ⑬ is called a "safety", who is the last line of defense and usually help the corners with deep-pass coverage.
⑭⑮Defensive line(DL)
Defensive line is set in front of the offensive line. Their job is to break through the wall of the offensive line, not to advance the opponent's ball forward. ⑭ is called a "defensive end". their job is rushing on the quarterback, so they are also required agility as well as rugged physique. ⑮ is called "defensive tackle", who rush the passer and stop running play at the middle of the line of scrimmage. they is required the physique not defeated at running back to rush at full speed and courage.
There are also many other position, the basic position is described above.
1. Where is your position?
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1:My position is fullback.
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