Football Offense and Defense Positions

Offense positions and roles:

  • Quarterback: Play caller, good vision, knowledge of game, quick, smart, leader.
  • Running backs: Speed, quickness, vision of field.
  • Center: snaps, blocking position, good hands
  • Linemen: strong, physical, quick feet.
  • Tight end: good blocker, tall, good hands.
  • Receivers: height, speed, hands, cuts, jumping

Huddle called by center. Everyone listens to QB

Defensive Positions

  • Linebacker: Diagnose situations, control the field, make important tackles.
  • Defensive lineman: strong, low center of gravity, quick first step.
  • Defensive back: good footwork, speed laterally and backward, good anticipation.
  • Safety: Never let behind, look to intercept

Blitzes (extra rushers) and defensive changes: Code (color) called by captain to add a blitz.

 There are numerous playbooks that are helpful in developing offense and defense strategy.