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A will linebacker is another name for a weakside linebacker. A Will linebacker lines up on the side of the field that has fewer offensive players. This is most often the side that does not feature the tight end. The Will linebacker can also be referred to as the backside or “buck” linebacker. It is … Read more
A sam linebacker is an alternative name for a strong side linebacker. A strong side linebacker lines up on the side of the offense that contains the most personnel, this is typically the side of the field has the tight end. A Sam linebacker will often be tasked with tackling the running back. This is … Read more
A slot receiver in football is a receiving position that lines up in between the offensive lineman and the wide receiver . This position is responsible for catching short quick passes. These players are often of small stature and rely on quickness and agility to get open. This article is going to explain the slot … Read more
There are tons of different styles of pass coverage in the game of football. One technique often used by physical defensive backs is press coverage. Press coverage is a style of defensive pass coverage that involves starting the play lined up on the line of scrimmage. This coverage gives the opposing wide receiver no cushion … Read more
The game of football is loaded with terminology and slang, one thing many fans wonder about is what the term cutback means. This term refers to an action made by the ball carrier that changes the direction of the play. A cutback in football is a sharp change of direction by the ball carrier in … Read more
The acronym WR in football stands for wide receiver. The wide receiver position in football is responsible for catching forward passes from the quarterback. This position lines up near the sideline, for this reason, they earned the name wide receiver. In most offensive formations there are going two to three wide receivers on the field. … Read more
In football, a wide receiver is an offensive player that is responsible for catching passes from the quarterback. The purpose of a wide receiver is to get down the field and separate themselves far enough away from a defender in order to catch a pass. There are typically two wide receivers on the field at … Read more
The acronym FB in football stands for the fullback position. The fullback is an offensive position that is responsible for blocking defenders and carrying the football. FBs can line up in several different areas on the field but primarily line up in the backfield. Oftentimes the fullback will line up in front of the HB … Read more
Stacking the box in football refers to having more than seven players in “the box”. The box in football is an imaginary area in front of the offensive line roughly three to five yards deep. Teams stack the box when they believe their opponent is going to run the football. Having more players near the … Read more
Holding penalties can be a backbreaker for a defense. These penalties result in an automatic first down for the offense. This leaves some fans wondering what their players did to earn this penalty. Defensive holding is called when an eligible receiver is grabbed, or restricted by a defensive player’s arms/hands. This penalty results in a … Read more