Football

Football Positions

Quarterback
Text Box: The Quarterback is the player who receives the ball from the center at the start of each play. Text Box: Halfback

The Halfback is the player who lines up in the backfield and is responsible for carrying the ball on run plays.

Wide receiver
Text Box: The Wide receiver is the offensive player that lines up on or near the line of scrimmage. Text Box: Fullback

The Fullback is the offensive player who lines up in the offensive backfield and generally is responsible for run blocking and passing.

Tight End
Text Box: The Tight End is the offensive player who serves as a receiver and also a blocker. Text Box: Offensive Guard

The Offensive Guard is a member of the offensive line.

The Offensive Tackle is a member of the offensive line.

Offensive Tackle

Center

The Center is the offensive lineman who hikes the ball to the Quarterback at the start of each play.