Across
- 3. The head coach who directs and manages the team.
- 6. The act of losing possession of the ball.
- 7. An extra period used to determine the winner in case of a tie.
- 8. The method of starting and restarting play in football, where the ball is kicked from the center of the field.
- 9. A kickoff or punt that is unreturnable by the receiving team and results in the ball being placed at the 20-yard line.
- 10. The act of stopping an opponent who is carrying the ball.
- 13. A kick made when a player drops the ball and kicks it before it hits the ground.
- 14. A score in football achieved by carrying the ball across the opponent's goal line.
- 16. The players who block and protect the quarterback and ball carriers.
- 18. A defensive tactic where linebackers or defensive backs rush the quarterback.
- 19. Protective headgear worn by football players.
- 20. Lines on the field indicating the distance to the nearest endzone.
Down
- 1. The player who typically throws passes and directs the team's offense.
- 2. The act of a defensive player catching a pass intended for an offensive player.
- 4. A score awarded to the opposing team when the offensive team is tackled in their own endzone.
- 5. The player who typically kicks field goals and extra points.
- 11. The area between the end line and goal line in which the ball must cross for a touchdown.
- 12. The team gathers to discuss strategy before each play.
- 15. The players who try to tackle the opponent's quarterback and stop the run.
- 17. A score in football made by kicking the ball between the opponent's goalpost.