Nathan D 
If you are a football fan you have likely heard the term “trap game” used when describing an upcoming match against an easy opponent. But what exactly does the term trap game mean in football? There is no official definition of the term trap game but consensus online is this. A trap game occurs when … Read more
A Mike linebacker is another name for a middle linebacker typically referring to this middle linebacker position in a 4-3 defense. The mike lines up in the middle of the formation directly across from the opposing teams center. The Mike linebacker is often considered the quarterback of the defense. Their positioning on the field allows … Read more
You may have head announcers or sports journalists use the term stop gap quarterback when reffering to a player, but what exaclty does this term mean? A stop gap quarterback is a short term option at the quarterback position. This type of quarterback is not going to be your franchise guy. Instead, a stop-gap QB … Read more
A game manager is a quarterback that doesn’t blow you away with his natural ability but can still get the job done. One simple way to put it is a game manager quarterback isn’t going to win you the game but they won’t lose you the game either. These types of quarterbacks can often win … Read more
A spike play in football occurs when a quarterback intentionally throws an incomplete pass at the start of the play in order to stop the clock. When spiking a football the quarterback snaps the ball and throws it at the ground immediately using as little time as possible. Spiking the football will cost you a … Read more
A cushion in football is the distance between the receiver and the closest defender. When playing with a cushion defensive backs will line up seven to eight yards away from the line of scrimmage. What are the benefits of a cushion as a defensive back? One of the main reasons why corners leave a cushion … Read more
A pick play in football occurs when an offensive player intentionally impedes a defender from covering his assigned receiver. These plays are typically done by two receivers. One receiver sets the pick in order to create separation between the other receiver and his defender. The second receiver simply runs his route and finds himself open. … Read more
When watching football on television you may notice that it is often the head coach calling the timeouts. But what if the running back were to call a timeout after getting tackled? Is this allowed? Timeouts in the NFL are called by the head coach or any player on the team. This is stated in … Read more
A squib kick in football is a type of kickoff that flys lower and shorter than a traditional kickoff. These kicks are often aimed to land in the areas of the field which there are no kick returners. This strategy forces the return team to scoop the loose ball off the turf lowering the chance … Read more
A possession receiver is a player whose skill set offers incredible consistency catching the ball and picking up needed yards. These types of receivers typically don’t beat defenders over the top. But despite their lack of straight-line speed possession receivers are often the go-to guy on the offense. What is A Possession Receiver’s Role? A … Read more
