ByCoach Martin|Football Offense
The Pro Set formation was a very popular offensive alignment most teams in the NFL used for a number of years.
The fact that it was so popular in the NFL is where it got its name from.
While the Pro Set isn’t as popular as it once was, some professional teams still make use of it in certain situations — and depending on the skill level of the players.
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ByCoach Martin|Football Positions
The basic positions in football are common knowledge to most people who play, coach or love to watch the game.
Mention a quarterback, running back, linebacker, tight end, safety and wide receiver, and many people will know exactly what you’re talking about.
People use these position groups to help categorize players into buckets of other similar players who will have certain responsibilities on the field.
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ByCoach Martin|Football Rules & Penalties
Every NFL game is split into four quarters of 15 minutes each.
The first and the second quarter make up the first half, while the third and fourth make up the second half.
When the game clock ticks to zero at the end of the fourth quarter, the team with more points on the scoreboard is the winner.
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ByCoach Martin|Football Basics
No matter what position you play in football, you’ll need to set up in a specific stance before each play starts.
This stance, or way that you position your body, will help you get started off on the right foot when the play begins.
There are three main stances used in football — used by different players in different situations, as they allow the player to start the play off in the best position as possible.
Understanding these stances and what their strengths are is important so you know when to use them during a game.
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ByCoach Martin|Football Rules & Penalties
When offenses stall on third down and are too far away from the opponent’s end zone to try for a touchdown or a field goal, they’ll often punt the ball away to the other team.
Although they give away possession of the football, it’s much better than the alternative — losing possession at the spot where they last held the ball.
The punt gives the offense the chance to pin the other team deep so that they have to march down the length of the field if they want to score.
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ByCoach Martin|Football Offense
The Singleback Formation is one of the most popular offensive formations in football today.
Teams can use it at all different levels of the game, mainly because of all the different variations coaches can install with it.
This formation is very easy to teach, and there are ways that both run-heavy youth football teams as well as pass-happy professional teams can use it with great success.
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ByCoach Martin|Football Positions
Elite tight ends have a very unique set of traits, talents, and skills that are hard to match.
They’re physical freaks, both in their sheer size and strength and their athletic ability.
If you want to become a tight end, here are some of the traits, roles and responsibilities, and tips for what make up a great tight end and what it takes to play the position.
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ByCoach Martin|Football Positions
Wide receiver is often considered a flashy position, and for good reason.
Wide receivers are often known for their boisterous personalities as much as they are for their outstanding football skills.
Truly great wide receivers are more than just pass catchers, though.
They’re dedicated students of the game, and they’re committed to giving 100% on every play — no matter whether they’re the primary passing target, a decoy, or have blocking responsibilities on a running play.
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ByCoach Martin|Football Positions
The quarterback must be the leader of the team both on and off the field.
Not everyone has the physical and mental traits to be a great quarterback, but those who do find the position to be extremely rewarding and fun to play.
Here’s a look at the things that make up a great quarterback.
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ByCoach Martin|Football Positions
It isn’t easy being a running back, but it’s still a great position to play and one that can be extremely rewarding.
Most great running backs will have a set of traits and skills that set them apart from other players at other positions.
Here are some of what makes a great running back.
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