Football Positions

How many players does each team have on the field at a time?

• 5

• 7

• 10

• 11

The team that has the ball is on offense.

• True

• False

What position usually throws the ball?

• Quarterback

• Running Back

• Wide Receiver

• Offensive Lineman

Which position normally catches the ball?

• Quarterback

• Center

• Cornerback

• Wide Receiver

Wide Receivers are often tall.

• True

• False

The defense wants to let the offense score.

• True

• False

Which position starts with the ball, and snaps (or hikes) the ball to the quarterback?

• Center

• Guard

• Tackle

• Tight End

Linebackers line up behind the defensive linemen.

• True

• False

How many safeties are usually on defense?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

How many cornerbacks are usually on defense?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4