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  1. 4. A defensive move made to stop an offensive player carrying the ball, typically involving physical contact.
  2. 6. The individual responsible for training and directing a team, making strategic decisions during games.
  3. 10. A defensive strategy where additional players rush the quarterback to disrupt the play.
  4. 12. A defensive play where a player catches a ball that was meant for an offensive player, ending the offensive team's possession.
  5. 15. A scoring play worth two points, occurring when the defense tackles an offensive player with the ball in their own end zone.
  6. 18. Back A member of the defense who covers receivers and attempts to prevent passes from being completed.
  7. 20. The imaginary line that separates the offense and defense at the start of each play.
  8. 21. Point A scoring opportunity worth one point, typically attempted after a touchdown, when the ball is kicked through the goalposts.
Down
  1. 1. The player who leads the team's offense, responsible for throwing passes, handing off the ball, and making play calls.
  2. 2. Mary A long, desperation pass thrown by the quarterback towards the end zone, typically used in critical game situations.
  3. 3. Back A player who primarily carries the ball and runs with it, often used for rushing plays.
  4. 5. A method of starting play by kicking the ball to the opposing team, usually at the beginning of each half or after a score.
  5. 7. A position where an attacking player is nearer to the opponent's goal line than both the ball and the second-to-last opponent when the ball is played to them.
  6. 8. Action A fake handoff to confuse the defense, allowing the quarterback to pass the ball more effectively.
  7. 9. A kick performed by dropping the ball and kicking it before it touches the ground, usually on fourth down to give possession to the opposing team.
  8. 11. Goal A score worth three points, obtained by kicking the ball through the opponent's goalposts.
  9. 13. Zone The area at either end of the field where touchdowns are scored, extending from the goal line to the back boundary.
  10. 14. A term used to describe a single play or opportunity for the offense to advance the ball; teams have four downs to gain ten yards.
  11. 16. A scoring play worth six points, achieved when a player carries the ball into the opponent's end zone or catches it there.
  12. 17. Receiver A player who specializes in catching passes thrown by the quarterback, typically positioned farthest from the offensive line.
  13. 19. A situation in which a player loses possession of the ball while running with it or being tackled.