Gym football study guide

How many players are on the field for each team at a time?

11 players per team

What is the role of the offense in football?

to move the ball down the field

What does the defense do in football?

tries to stop the offense

What is the line of scrimmage?

An imaginary line that marks where each play starts

How many downs does the offense have to gain 10 yards?

The offense has 4 downs

What happens if the offense does not gain enough yardage after 3 downs?

punt the ball to the other team on the 4th down.

What is a punt?

a kick used to pin the opponent as far back on the field as possible.

What is a touchdown worth?

6 points

What can a team do after scoring a touchdown?

attempt to kick for 1 extra point or run another play for 2 extra points.

What is a field goal worth?

3 points

What is a safety in football?

when the quarterback is tackled in his own end zone

What is a fumble?

when the player with the ball loses or drops it, becoming a free ball.

What happens during an interception?

A defender catches the ball that was intended for an offensive player.