Study the 20 vocabulary terms below. Then continue to the activities.
- Blitz
- Coach
- Defense
- Extra point
- Field
- Field goal
- Huddle
- Interception
- Linebacker
- Offense
- Penalty
- Quarterback
- Receiver
- Sack
- Safety
- Scrimmage
- Snap
- Tackle
- Timeout
- Touchdown
Noun (thing)
A sudden charge by the defense to disrupt the play.
The defense called for a blitz to pressure the quarterback.
Noun (thing)
The individual responsible for training and strategizing.
The coach made a crucial timeout call.
Noun (thing)
The team tasked with stopping the offense from scoring.
A solid defense is essential to win games.
Noun (thing)
A kick attempted after a touchdown for an additional point.
After the touchdown, the team lined up for an extra point.
Noun (thing)
The playing surface of the game.
The field was in perfect condition for play.
Noun (thing)
A score achieved by kicking the ball through the goalposts.
He lined up for a crucial field goal attempt.
Noun (thing)
A brief meeting where the team discusses strategy.
The players gathered in a huddle before the next drive.
Noun (thing)
When a defensive player catches a pass meant for an opponent.
An interception turned the game in their favor.
Noun (thing)
A defensive player who lines up behind the defensive line.
The linebacker was quick to react to the play.
Noun (thing)
The team that is trying to score points.
The offense executed the play flawlessly.
Noun (thing)
A punishment for breaking the rules.
The referee called a penalty for holding.
Noun (thing)
The leader of the offense who throws or hands off the ball.
The quarterback led his team with determination.
Noun (thing)
A player who catches passes from the quarterback.
The receiver made an amazing catch in traffic.
Noun (thing)
Tackling the quarterback behind the line of scrimmage.
The defense recorded an impressive sack.
Noun (thing)
A score resulting from the defense tackling an opponent in their own end zone.
The play ended in a safety, giving points to the defense.
Noun (thing)
A practice game or drill used to prepare for competition.
The team held a scrimmage before the official game.
Noun (thing)
The act of starting the play by passing the ball from the center to the quarterback.
The snap was quick and precise.
Noun (thing)
To bring down an opponent in possession of the ball.
A well-timed tackle stopped the advance.
Noun (thing)
A break in play requested by the team.
They called a timeout to regroup and plan the next move.
Noun (thing)
Scoring by carrying or catching the ball in the opponent's end zone.
The quarterback threw a pass that resulted in a touchdown.