Across
- 2. protective headgear worn by players to reduce risk of head injury
- 3. a scoring play in opponents end zone worth six points
- 6. where the center throws ball between his legs to the quarterback behind him
- 8. a kick to the opposing after not being able to advance the ball usually on fourth down
- 9. when a defensive players tackles the quarterback behind the ling of scrimmage
- 11. a gathering of players from one team to discuss plays
- 12. an official that enforces the rules and maintaining the game
- 13. a defensive play where defense catches the ball thrown by opposition
- 14. when player losses the ball during a play
- 15. a rule violation when player is past the line of scrimmage
- 18. the playing area typically grass or turf
- 19. the area which ball must be kicked through earning 1 or 3 points
Down
- 1. a defensive tactic where additional players rush the quarterback
- 4. shoes with spikes or studs on the soles that provide traction on field
- 5. the act of stopping an opponent with the ball bringing them to the ground
- 6. a large outdoor structure for sporting events
- 7. leader of the teams offense and who throws the ball
- 10. the kick after the start of halfs or scoring plays
- 11. the period of rest between the two halves
- 16. the area at each end of the field where touchdowns are scored
- 17. punishment for rule breaking resulting in loss of yards or downs