SPORTS 101 // Guide to American Football Positions

[@LurksLessons]

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[@ethanjx]

One day this video will have 5 million views, unbelievable work my friend....

[@LurksLessons]

I appreciate the kind encouragement, thanks for watching! You ROCK! 😎

[@TheCosmicCruz]

I agree

[@alecschuerger6161]

One day this comment will have 5 thousand likes, unbelievable work my friend....

[@Torreneatbones]

Bro stop glazing

[@uhoh7541]

One of best explanations of american football positions without being too vague or too descriptive.

[@Domo713]

My family had always been big on football but I never gave it a true shot…. Superbowl this past Sunday was my first EVER full football game watched all the way through and I fell in love!! I spent the whole next night watching reels and highlights and backstories and whatnot. THISSSS is exactly what I need rn because I now have self appointed football homework 😂😂 Thank you ever so kindly 🙏🏽

[@jerrel.writes]

SAME HERE!!

[@thisisorawiok4254]

Same goes here man. Also watched all these shorts and recruit stories and all these other things

[@lmichelle2g]

Me too😊

[@LurksLessons]

Thank you for sharing this AND for watching! I hope that next season you'll follow a team and hopefully they'll go all the way! You ROCK!

[@ddog_2559]

if you ever start supporting a team, do NOT become a bears fan, youll thank me later

[@Marzles16]

As a European wanting to get into American football, this was an incredibly clear and well animated video! Thank you for the explanation!

[@LurksLessons]

Appreciate your kind words and for watching!

[@MichaelHopcroft]

Watching a football game with football players, as I did in college, provides a unique perspective. They told that, reputation aside, offensive linemen are some of the smartest people on the field. Their roles are often described as "applied geometry".

[@americandissident9062]

This is true. The QB and the center are often the smartest on the team. The TE is often highly intelligent as well, and many FBs have good smarts. Seems that blocking requires intelligence. The TE has to block almost as often as the offensive line and then also know when to run a route.

[@TipsTricksandTalents]

This was created perfectly to explain to someone who doesn’t know much about the different positions of the game. Thank you 🙏

[@LurksLessons]

Appreciate your kind words and for watching!

[@RafaelCC20]

I have been watching football for most of my 55 years, know every position at heart, I think of me as and advanced football fan. The best 10 minutes I have watched in a long time about football positions! Great work!

[@LurksLessons]

Appreciate the kind words and high praise! You ROCK!

[@Camilla-u5p]

Thank you so much for this video I was so confused on how to play football bc i never knew the positions I LOVE FOOTBALL its is what i look forward to every Sunday with my dad

[@johnrwaugh]

Just starting to get into NFL after 40+ years; Rugby fan (both codes) from UK. This is undoubtedly THE best upload on YT for someone looking to learn the positional basics of the sport. Outstanding work mate 👏 👌 👍

[@LurksLessons]

Thank you for the kind words and high praise! You ROCK!

[@Wolflkin]

As an Irishman who grew up playing rugby, I've always appreciated American football, but the giant range of different positions and tactics put me off learning it. This video is the easiest yet comprehensive explanation on the internet!

[@collinslogan01]

Man these are so well made. Nobody compares right now, keep it up man, you deserve millions of views

[@phillipyangmusic]

Appreciate your efforts and attention to details,❤❤❤.

[@LurksLessons]

This is very nice of you and is much appreciated! You ROCK!

[@anuragbamne2991]

Being from India, this is a good introduction to the game. I am falling in love with it slowly.

[@LurksLessons]

That's awesome! I hope you enjoy it and that whomever you choose to root for does well this season. You ROCK!

[@anuragbamne2991]

I am really liking the vikings

[@TheAlchemist1089]

​@@anuragbamne2991nice Bhai. I don't support any team, but watch almost all the games. Used to be a Cowboys fan lol

[@nicolascoppola8625]

Sound design in this video is so good. Adds so much quality to it.

[@LurksLessons]

Thank you for noticing and complimenting! Very much appreciated.

[@notmyuseristolethis]

Honestly american football is more analogous to chess than association football. Different positions with different strengths and weakness all needing to be used in such a way to overcome the strategies of the other team. Anticipating their next moves in order to find weaknesses in their offensive/defensive tactics. For a sport thats stereotyped as having a meathead fanbase, it has a lot going on under the surface.

[@LurksLessons]

I absolutely love this analogy, and you're spot on. To build on it, unlike Chess pieces that follow their designated moves, the element of human unpredictability is significant. You can devise the perfect strategy to outmaneuver your opponent, but the excitement of the game is heightened by unforeseen events like a dropped pass, a twisted ankle, or even the ball being dropped before crossing the goal line for a touchdown celebration. All of it makes you yearn for the next slate of games to come around.

[@daveweiss5647]

This is 100% what I have always believed, American Football is a real life version of chess where all the pieces move at the same time each turn...

[@mlong9475]

Nice, my basic understanding of the game when I started watching it was that the team with the ball had 4 chances to get the ball down field past an imaginary line which now I learn called a 1st down. If you get past that line you get another 4 tries to get past another imaginary line again and this continues to you get near the other end. The point of the game was to get your ball from one side to the other and the other team's goal was to stop you from doing that.

[@lindacristhopher2410]

Thank You! I'm a 66 yr old woman and I have been looking to learn this information for a LONG time....Very helpful for me

[@rickmoore0117]

I wish I would've known about this video when I began trying to explain football to my better half. This has to be the absolute most eloquently yet efficiently simplistic in depth explanation anyone could ever hope for, especially compared to the nonsensical ever evolving marathon of confusion I've been subjecting her to all these years... Thank you for showing me the error of my ways as I issue a much needed long overdue apology lmao

[@LurksLessons]

Appreciate your kind words! Your comment truly epitomizes the heart of this channel and I thank you for that. You ROCK!

[@Hamonity]

Moving from Japan to the states now I thank you so much for this video ❤football is a huge deal here! Love it!

[@fyjadagoat]

as a european THANK YOU SO MUCH i really needed this for this Sunday (Lamar tha goat)

[@4KJOTUN]

Man, im saftey and i absolutely love my position and i had no idea how to play all i knew was to stop whoever has the ball or do blitz and go in on line or corner back and know i understand the game a lot more thanks!

[@yeahaight3495]

This is a great explanation that goes beyond an “elementary” level of understanding. It’s great if you want to learn about the game to chat about with friends.

[@connorbrown1662]

I know this video is making the rounds bc of all the swifties watching football and all I have to say is welcome to the sport, it’s a lot of fun!

[@LuisDiaz-lg6fn]

Finally a good and clear video about the positions on American football. I love the sport but I always get confused with the letters CB, FB, S, OT, etc, etc. Thank you

[@danielobiagbaoso7676]

This is a really good video! As a nigerian that has followed the sport for a few years now, it was important. I pretty much already understood the game, but this has helped me actually see more like the difference between slot and outside receivers. Thanks! I will recommend your channel to my fellow Nigerians!

[@LurksLessons]

Appreciate the kind words and for the recommendation! You my friend, ROCK!

[@chrism4919]

This has been very helpful thank you, my son is playing 3rd/4th grade football. Not an athlete at all in my case, was in high-school band but could care less about learning anything outside of scoring and some fouls. Now I'm trying to catch up and understand for my son, when your kid is interested in a sport or hobby it's time to learn something.

[@poliznia]

You’re a good dad

[@LurksLessons]

Love this, I was in the HS marching band as well so that's awesome! Keep at it and you'll learn in no time. Thanks for sharing!

[@Malarkey59]

All around great video, the explanations were very simple and were easy to pick up on. People are all saying how the music is annoying but I don’t see anything wrong with it.

[@King_Raven93]

Amazing video! I’m sharing this with all my Europeans folks 🤣

[@TalinhaMazibuko]

Am from South Africa, since the playoff started I’ve tried to watch the games. The frustrating thing about American football is the constant ads😭Am used to soccer where theys nonstop playing for 45 mins

[@WillTheBassPlayer]

@@TalinhaMazibuko americans hate it too, trust me

[@jermainebyrd1830]

Always liked football. I just never had it explained. I didn't play football in school so I never understood the positions of each player. Thank you much.

[@bamc53]

No mention of the position I’ve played for years…Armchair quarterback.

[@HightauerUSA]

Thanks!

[@LurksLessons]

Thank you so much!

[@hopaideia]

Thank you very much. This is very helpful in appreciating the game even more. Explained with great clarity

[@avaisfaded1738]

i’m learning about football for my boyfriend :) he’s a good teacher, but this video cleared up a lot for me!!! thank you!

[@denisackerley70]

The more you know, the more you'll enjoy it and see why he enjoys it. I'm still learning myself after years of watching. good luck

[@LurksLessons]

That's awesome! I'm glad you found it helpful! You ROCK! 😎

[@avaisfaded1738]

@@LurksLessons YOU rock!! i’m so impressed that you can not only understand so much, but also teach other people efficiently!!

[@Gryphon1-1]

Wish I had this video back in 2010, this explains so much!

[@Mrshane288]

I wasn't sure what I was expecting but I wasn't expecting this to be quite as good as it is. Even as a longtime fan and former highschool player this was a fun watch. Nicely done!

[@LurksLessons]

Thanks for watching and for the high praise, you ROCK! 😎

[@delbydoo]

Thank you, from a partially-ignorant Englishman lol. You explained this so well. Now I have a much better understanding of the other roles outside QB, WR, LB etc. Was lucky enough to see the Eagles win against the Panthers at Lincoln Financial Field a couple of weeks ago, whilst visiting my dad. I've had a casual interest for years, but only in the last four or five years have actually started taking it more seriously. Thing that struck me, is that if your team is winning, and there are only 10 seconds left on the clock - your team can still lose!. THAT is the thrilling part, but this game is seriously addictive. I'll be watching more over the next few days. So without further ado - #flyeaglesfly 🦅🦅

[@what3648]

fly eagles fly

[@Scoupe400]

Coming from the UK I would’ve understood very little of this except star roles, but hammering 2K NFL for a few years I learnt all these spots except a couple subtleties - great to learn thanks. What I’ve never learnt is some of the rules such as who’s allowed to line up where, who is eligible to receive, offside etc.

[@Literally-God]

If there's one thing I've learned from watching football for years, it's that you'll never stop learning new things. In some games there will be rules even the announcers (who may even be former NFL players themselves) weren't even aware of.

[@GregFalcon]

The formation rules aren't that bad. An offense must have seven players within a yard of the line of scrimmage ("on the line"), and the other four players lined up farther back. All players in the backfield are eligible receivers. Of the seven on the line, the two outside players are eligible, and the five in the middle (almost always the center, guards, and tackles) are ineligible. The two outside players that complete the line will vary: for example, if a tight end and wide receiver are lined up on the same side of the field, one will be on the line and the other a yard back, but either arrangement is allowed. This is a lot for the players and refs to follow, so restricted jersey numbers are used to make it manageable. Ineligible players wear jersey numbers in the 50-79 range; other numbers are eligible. A formation is illegal when a player with an eligible number lines up in an ineligible position or vice versa (unless they declare themselves to the refs, this is occasionally done and will be announced over the PA). In practice, a violation of this rules happens when a tight end and WR on the same side of the field are both on the line. If this illegal formation penalty is announced, the wide receiver will be said to be "covering" the tight end (who is thus ineligible while wearing an eligible number). On passing plays, the ineligible receivers aren't allowed to go more than a yard downfield -- this prevents them from confusing or hindering defensive backs. If a pass is thrown in this situation, the penalty is "ineligible man downfield". When this happens in practice, it's usually because a play has broken down, and a scrambling QB throws an unplanned desperation pass without realizing a lineman is downfield. Offsides is straightforward: players on either side of the ball must line up entirely behind the ball. The narrow strip of field the length of the football is called the "neutral zone"; it's offsides against either team if a player is lined up with any part of their body in the neutral zone.

[@Ajajambo]

Best explanation on YT. Now, I can watch game and know what's going on. Thanks for sharing

[@BEASTLG66]

Kudos for not grouping the offensive line as one position.

[@PatSextonMusic]

Thank you from Ireland! My brother moved to Wisconsin back in '95, and it's 'Packers Packers Packers' whenever I ring him!

[@LurksLessons]

You're more than welcome and appreciate the shout out from Ireland! And you're not wrong, folks in that state LOVE their Packers for sure, especially they're the only team in the state.

[@LisaD-h9l]

Thank you it's nice to know the names and importance of the positions in the game I love

[@martindrac4978]

Great video! I have a friend who doesn’t understand the rules, positions, etc… these video it’s a wonderful start for loving these game… I expect more videos describing plays, rules, formations, etc… Thank you!

[@splanggi]

The best video of that kind so far!

[@KimDokjaOldestDream]

Im thinking of starting this year and this helped a lot, because I know what position I might start or practice as

[@Romanoliev2008]

Same you playing for high school ?

[@KimDokjaOldestDream]

@@Romanoliev2008 I’m planning on it

[@LurksLessons]

Best of luck to you this season and happy that I was able to help you! You got this!

[@AndrewBanks14]

Dude just I just Joined high school football and you just made it a lot easier👌

[@larrzzzy]

same bro

[@humanboy395]

Wht position?

[@LurksLessons]

Best of luck my friend! You're gonna crush it this year!

[@AndrewBanks14]

@@humanboy395 I Play As a Defensive Lineman

[@Kidmonger]

I understand it now.

[@nathanprempeh4706]

Google is reading my mind at this point...😢 I had the thought to look for a vid like this in the morning...its 10pm rn and here i am.

[@natahx2787]

I feel bad for the kickers 😂 do your job well and nobody bats an eye, but mess up even once and you’ll never hear the end of it!

[@LurksLessons]

I believe kickers nationwide feel seen because of this comment.

[@jessiesteele2675]

Because their job is relatively easy and straightforward

[@pleasestopcapping]

@@jessiesteele2675 straightforward yes, easy no

[@shaungibson4014]

Adam Sandler sang a song called "Lonesome Kicker" about this 😂

[@JesusIsKing-V4k]

Thanks, I’m bouta play tackle foot ball in school in 4 days. So this is very helpful 😊

[@cruzgomes5660]

Good luck!

[@JesusIsKing-V4k]

@@cruzgomes5660 thanks!

[@LurksLessons]

Best of luck to you and you bet! You got this!

[@petros-v4w]

nuclear physics is much more clearer to me than this sport really. And I want to learn it and watch it so much! Thank you for this comprehesive video!!!

[@LurksLessons]

Having to learn nuclear physics makes me shiver 😀

[@12345fowler]

nah, I gave it up- Too crowded there.

[@TheTrueWelshIdiot]

This is a great video to start. But honestly, it's not that bad. As soon as you learn that a team are just trying to get 10 yards, and have 4 attempts to do so (shown on TV by trying to get from the blue line to the yellow line), and if they make it, they get another 4 attempts to make the next 10 yards, you have it. So all 1st attempts are 1st and 10. If they make say, three yards it's 2nd and 7 (yards to go). That's it really. One you get that, the rest falls into place.

[@Orlando_Steve]

Hey Bills, note that part about the kicker: "needs to perform under pressure".

[@SlomoUofR]

😢😢😢

[@jimmyriddle5246]

Packers fans are feeling your pain

[@jimmyriddle5246]

@261i7 yeah, if you think a nil all borefest is entertaining, yeah, sure 🙄

[@jimmyriddle5246]

@261i7 really Einstein ? I'm in Australia ya clown. Any more great insights you have to offer ?

[@jimmyriddle5246]

@261i7 I'm not in America, genius

[@kimmienguyen1944]

Thank you so much! Extremely helpful!

[@Callingtothevideo-k1t]

Thank you for this I need help on learning football thank you so much.👍

[@LurksLessons]

You are most welcome! More videos in explaining the sport, as in Defensive schemes and Offensive plays, will be coming soon!

[@Giannis-s9b]

Thanks so much man you don’t know how much you help me

[@LurksLessons]

You're so very welcome. Good luck at college and enjoy this fun yet crazy sport. You got this!

[@rabodecoelho]

Exceptional video! I've been watching Football for a year now and wondered what some positions were meant to do 😅

[@LurksLessons]

So happy to help you here and I appreciate your kind words. Hopefully with this new knowledge, you'll be able to enjoy the sport more in watching it! You rock!!

[@Oztroja]

This came out right when I'm graduating, I had a confused understanding of football but still played nonetheless

[@LurksLessons]

Congrats on graduating! You rock!

[@ImGodTheMaryBanger]

This is great, thank you!

[@dylahn7]

You do a really good job man. Thank you for the helpful visuals.

[@maxheadroom7687]

Brilliant video, learnt such a lot, thankyou🙏👍🇦🇺🇬🇧👍

[@LurksLessons]

Thank you for the kind words and for watching!

[@imtrying-cv3cb]

i might be joining high school football and this helped a lot i know absolutely nothing about football

[@SaunteringMellows]

Go for it man, good luck out there on the field.

[@joelcorral2182]

Me too

[@ToiletBna]

Same but in 7th grade this year

[@GlitchedIce]

Same man, but I’m in the team already

[@justachair967]

@@ToiletBnasame

[@thechornboy]

This video is very helpful! Thank you for teaching me!

[@LurksLessons]

You're so welcome!

[@broceedwin]

Have been watching this sport for years without knowing any of this 😅. I'm glad this video changed that 👍 Thanks for the great video!

[@LurksLessons]

Love this, knowledge is power and hopefully with understanding the positions better, you'll appreciate and enjoy the game even more! You ROCK!

[@Muesli711]

The punter needs a strong leg for long punts but also a strong leg for high punts - having a longer 'hang time' allows for more pressure on the punt returner.

[@TerryBollea1]

Yes.....the fascinating position of long snapper

[@Kube_Dog]

It needs its own video.

[@TerryBollea1]

@@Kube_Dog INDEED!!

[@iswiftyfox8997]

Fr idk why they don’t just use the center to be the long snapper

[@TerryBollea1]

@@iswiftyfox8997 because the LS gets trampled on every punt and FG. His job is to get run over!! Why would you want the most important person on your offense to get run over???!!????

[@Kube_Dog]

@@iswiftyfox8997Snapping the ball 8 yards back into the hands of the holder is a very specialized skill. The center snaps the ball directly into the QB's hands or maybe a few feet back in shotgun. It's not the same thing.

[@Matti133]

Nice and precise. Good job!

[@starlight6901]

As a Brit I can say this is THE best explanation video on KZbin. Great work. Thank you! #skol

[@LurksLessons]

Appreciate the high praise my friend. You ROCK!

[@JohnRome-xn7hx]

A very informative video about an awesome sport! Way to go sir! 🏈🔥👍👏👏👏

[@LurksLessons]

Appreciate the kind remarks! You ROCK!

[@59799]

Great wonderful video.. YOU rock !

[@SD-dc9or]

Swifties prolly been flocking here this past season lmao

[@johnporkdahoods]

I 100% agree

[@dianehanson5545]

Lol

[@DDWES]

Great video. I’m in the uk and just picked up college football on ps5. This knowledge is going to help me massively (also go vikings)

[@user-cm3uo6lu6o]

You are so underrated, this is so helpful and well done!! Thank you!

[@LurksLessons]

Thank you, I'm happy that you found it helpful! You ROCK! 😎

[@b.e.e.k.e.r9812]

Is anyone else hearing "offense of line", "defense of line" throughout the whole video?!? 😱 Thank you for this very helpful AF Lesson Video - very good!!

[@aegistattoo]

thank you a lot! brazilian confused fan here

[@TheAlchemist1089]

Thanks for this I'm an immigrant and i love the NFL. Need to get into NCAA Football as well

[@robincobb8611]

Thank you, Lurk. I love watching NFL football and your explanation of the game helped me learn more.

[@LurksLessons]

Happy to hear that and you're most welcome. Thanks for watching and for commenting! You ROCK!

[@Nehaa18]

Thank you!! All your football vids have been SO helpful. Please do more. Btw all the music for your football videos are 🔥

[@LurksLessons]

Appreciate the kind words! Yep, gonna really get at it this year in 2024, so stay tuned! You ROCK!

[@imartinez670]

Very informative keep it up

[@lucianoromero777]

Football is a chess match with dominant force, having a advantage in defense and offense and finding openings is cool to see openings and plays happen

[@johnflores7016]

Amazing video!!

[@sirtainlee8725]

Somebody realized there are millions of new, young Kansas City fans. It bodes well for the future of the NFL, and marriages.

[@karthikrajendran3394]

Excellent presentation.

[@TrevisM12]

Great video

[@LurksLessons]

Thank you! Happy you enjoyed it. You ROCK!

[@TrevisM12]

@@LurksLessons Yessir

[@ugottabekiddin_]

This is very well explained

[@RossInTheWild]

Perfectly explained 👌🏼

[@DC-qj5th]

Incredible video 👏🏼

[@LurksLessons]

Thank you 🙌, you rock!

[@THERepublic1971]

I sent this to my wife after three years of watching our sons play peewee. I was tired of telling her what position our sons were playing.

[@Jwilliams813]

😂😂

[@jakafe1188]

such a good explanation...thanks

[@crazybunimama]

Thank tou so much for making this video. Can u plz make one for the 2023 new Tournament rules? Thank you!!

[@LurksLessons]

You're welcome! A bit confused on what you mean, are you suggesting a video on the NFL new Playoff format? Because if so, that is totally in the works right now and hopefully will be ready come playoff time! 😎

[@SPJBR]

Subscribed! Excellent content my friend! 👍👍 If you could please lower the music a bit that would be helpful to me. (Head injury. 🙄)

[@tomskelton6267]

Thank you. This video has really helped me understand American Football

[@adventuresoftaco9266]

This explains it so well

[@sar2442]

Is it bad that I need this broken down even more😭

[@nodevx4922]

no, football is a complicated sport, but it gets wayyy easier when you play yourself. don't worry, you will get the hang of it

[@TSW_COSM]

yes

[@_perza]

Great video, although I already knew most of what was covered, I still learned some new stuff and the great animation makes this video awesome

[@davinciorg]

Great video, continue your work!

[@denisackerley70]

Sending a 'thank you' from here in the UK for a clear summary of the players roles. This video didn't need any music, it's better without it. It has however, answered a lot of questions I had about this very subject. I've been able to watch and enjoy the game for years now, ever since I saw my first superbowl when Washington beat The Cowboys. Thanks again 🙂

[@ShayHawk-GoChiefs]

It's ALWAYS a good game when the Cowboys lose...

[@omsneap8890]

hey do you mind giving an update on all 4 major sports winners please thank you

[@LurksLessons]

LOVE this! Indeed I have thought about updating the We Are Champions videos but I'm leaning towards every 5 years to do so. That way the channel won't be filled with just those types of videos so what I need to do is start cranking out more content, lol. Thank you again for the request, you ROCK! 😎

[@seucongodocatimbo]

I NEED TO SEE A RUGBY ONE OF THESE AND CRICKET

[@gv3307]

1:28 FB usually receives lower wages

[@andrewt3619]

This helped a lot🙌

[@gahureh8246]

Very helpful 🥳