Another dumb question...Could you please explain?

Question

the different football positions and what they do. I know what the quarterback and kicker does, but what does the WR, RB, and TE do, and how many of them play at a time? (Obviously, I'm new at this!)

You have all been really helpful....it's hard to choose the best answer!

Answer 1

Quarterback
The player who receives the ball from the center at the start of each play before either handing it to the running back, throwing it to a receiver, or running with it himself.

The quarterback is usually the player in charge of running the offense on the field. He is also the guy that usually informs the offense of the play while in the huddle.

Halfback
An offensive player who lines up in the backfield and generally is responsible for carrying the ball on run plays. A running back's primary role is to run with the football, he is also used as a receiver at times.

Fullback
An offensive player who lines up in the offensive backfield and generally is responsible for run-blocking for the halfback and pass-blocking for the quarterback.

Defensive End A defensive player who lines up at the end of the defensive line. The job of the defensive end is to contain the running back on running plays to the outside, and rush the quarterback on passing plays.

Defensive TackleA defensive player who lines up on the interior of the defensive line. The duties of a defensive tackle include stopping the running back on running plays, getting pressure up the middle on passing plays, and occupying blockers so the linebackers can roam free.

Nose TackleThe defensive player who lines up directly across from the center. Also known as:the nose guard, the primary responsibilities of the nose tackle are to stop the run and occupy the offensive lineman to keep them from blocking the linebackers.

Linebacker A defensive player who lines up behind the defensive linemen and in front of the defensive backfield.

Answer 2

WR - wide receiver
(Jersey Numbers are traditionally in the 80s)...
lines up wide from the offense...he's the guy that goes out for the pass. Depending on the formation there are typically 2 wide receivers...one on each side...but it's not uncommon to see only one...or as many as 4.

RB - running back ... these characters line up behind the quarterback. Also known as half backs (#20 - 29), full backs(#30 - 39) and flanker backs or tail backs (#40 - 49). They usually carry the ball on run plays or they block for the guy carrying the ball.

normally there are two. But again...based on the formation...you might see three...in a Wing T offense you might even count 4.


TE - Tight end (#s in the 70s) - he lines up on the "strong side" of the ball.
he is the key man that makes that side the strong side.
He's the 3rd man from the Center (man that hikes the ball to the QB). His job is to block on running plays...and he is even eligible to go out for short cross-over type passes.

I hope that helps...
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Answer 3

Incase you got confused by people putting Defensive Tackle and Nose Tackle (and giving a similar description), I'll clear it up.

there's 2 basic defenses: the 4-3, and the 3-4. I'll show you

LB=Line Backer
DT=D. Tackle
NT=Nose Tackle
DE=D. End

a 4-3 uses 4 linemen and 3 linebackers
LB LB LB
DE DT DT DE

2 Ends and 2 Tackles

a 3-4 uses 3 lineman (usually bigger since there's less of them but the same number of offensive linmen) and 4 linebackers

LB LB LB LB
DE NT DE

"Nose Tackle" is the common name of the one DT in a 3-4 defense. They are usually bigger than the average DT (and it seems usually shorter/fatter as well) and have to take up 2 or even 3 blocks so LBs can get through the O-line.

Answer 4

Wide Reciver - lines up further out than the rest of the team and the qb passes to them or they block for the running backs there usaully 1 - 5 on the field depends on the formation

Running Back - He lines up behind the quarterback and he can get the ball handed off to him or he can go for a pass or go for a block on a blocking play again depends on the formation theres usaully 1-2 running backs on the field

TightEnd - they line up beside the left and right tackles in a 2 tight end system but in a 1 tightend system it dont matter were he line up as long as its on the line the tightend blocks and cathces the ball theres uasully !-3 Tightends on the field

Answer 5

well ima let you know everything about it im a football fan myself

Halfback
An offensive player who lines up in the backfield and generally is responsible for carrying the ball on run plays. A running back's primary role is to run with the football, he is also used as a receiver at times.

Fullback
An offensive player who lines up in the offensive backfield and generally is responsible for run-blocking for the halfback and pass-blocking for the quarterback.
Defensive End A defensive player who lines up at the end of the defensive line. The job of the defensive end is to contain the running back on running plays to the outside, and rush the quarterback on passing plays.

Defensive TackleA defensive player who lines up on the interior of the defensive line. The duties of a defensive tackle include stopping the running back on running plays, getting pressure up the middle on passing plays, and occupying blockers so the linebackers can roam free.

Nose TackleThe defensive player who lines up directly across from the center. Also known as:the nose guard, the primary responsibilities of the nose tackle are to stop the run and occupy the offensive lineman to keep them from blocking the linebackers.

Linebacker A defensive player who lines up behind the defensive linemen and in front of the defensive backfield.


i hope you have enough info now

Answer 6

WR = Wide Receiver. These are the guys that line up closer to the sidelines and run down field to try and get open so the quarterback can throw them the ball to catch a pass. The guys who play this position are also responsible for down field blocking when ever the ball is handed off to the running back or thrown to another teammate. Wide receivers usually are in the 175-215 pound range and should have enough speed to beat the defender down field.

RB = Running Back. This guy lines up a few steps behind the quarterback. Once the ball is snapped or "hiked" to the quarterback, the running back takes off to a pre-designated side of the line of scrimmage and is either handed the ball by the quarterback or has the ball pitched to him so he can take off and try to break a big run. It's important for the running back to have patience with his offensive line to give the big guys up front a chance to open up a lane for him to run through to try and get maximum yardage. The running back can also head downfield and try to get open for the quarterback to throw him the ball. The third responsibility of the running back is to stay in the backfield and block oncoming defensive players from getting to the quarterback to give him time to throw the ball downfield to a receiver. Running backs are usually in the 190-230 pound range. The ones who play with more speed and finesse are usually considered third down backs because they have the ability to stretch the field and get open. The bigger heavier backs are known for plowing their way into the line to try and pick up short yardage, especially around the goal line.

TE = Tight End. These guys are usually athletic big men who can run downfield and get open to catch passes or stay at the line of scrimmage and either for for the quarterback to give him time to throw downfield or block for the running back to try and give him an open lane to run through the defense. Tight ends usually weigh in the 240 - 270 pound range. The speedier, finesse ones are considered pass catching ends and the bigger heavier ones usually stay at the line to block.

WR's, RB's and TE's usually play all at the same time. TE's usually come out of the game when the offense needs to put 4 or 5 wide receivers on the field for obvious passing situations.

Answer 7

Wide receivers run pass routes and blocks
Tight End runs pass routes and blocks
Running back runs the ball, runs pass routes and blocks

They are all involved with the offense at the same time.

Answer 8

If none of this helps, then play some madden. Thats how I learned when I was younger.

Answer 9

JUST WATCH TONIGHTS FOOTBALL GAME YOU'LL UNDERSTAND JUST LIKE I DID.

Answer 10

phew , thats not real football