Kids American Football Crossword

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Across
  1. 3. : The line that the ball must cross to score a touchdown.
  2. 6. : The leader of the offense who throws passes or runs the ball.
  3. 9. : When defensive players rush the quarterback to disrupt the play.
  4. 11. : Scoring six points by carrying or catching the ball in the opponent's end zone.
  5. 13. : When the quarterback changes the play at the line of scrimmage.
  6. 15. : A game played at the opposing team’s field.
  7. 16. : One of four chances to move the ball 10 yards.
  8. 17. : The area behind the line of scrimmage where the quarterback and running backs line up.
  9. 19. : When the quarterback throws the ball to another player.
  10. 20. : When the offense is tackled in their own end zone.
  11. 23. : A referee who stands behind the defensive line.
  12. 25. : A defensive strategy where players cover specific areas of the field.
  13. 26. : The uniform shirt players wear.
  14. 27. : When a player drops the ball after gaining possession.
  15. 28. : The area where touchdowns are scored.
Down
  1. 1. : When players gather to discuss the next play.
  2. 2. : A defensive player who tackles or defends against passes.
  3. 4. : A formation used by the offense to safely run out the clock.
  4. 5. : The team trying to stop the offense from scoring.
  5. 7. : When a player successfully grabs the football.
  6. 8. : The kick that starts the game or restarts play after a score.
  7. 10. : When a defensive player catches a pass meant for the offensive team.
  8. 12. : A player who lines up near the sidelines and catches passes.
  9. 14. : The unit of measurement used on the field to track distance.
  10. 18. : The player who snaps the ball to the quarterback.
  11. 21. : A kick made when the offense chooses to give the ball to the other team.
  12. 22. : The team with the ball trying to score points.
  13. 24. : A player who catches passes from the quarterback.