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2. Pass rush - Wikipedia

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   One of the most effective methods of rushing the passer is by using a stunt or twist, which is when defensive players quickly change positions at the snap of the ball and engage a different blocker than the offense expected, [3] Defenses typically task three or four defensive lineman to rush the passer on most plays, but most will occasionally increase pressure by blitzing one or more non ...

3. Blitz (gridiron football) - Wikipedia

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   In gridiron football, blitzing is a tactic used by the defense to disrupt pass attempts by the offense. During a blitz, a higher than usual number of defensive players will rush the opposing quarterback , in an attempt either to tackle them or force them to hurry their pass attempt.

4. Strategy of American football - Wikipedia

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   Using a combination of passing and running plays, the offense aims to gain the yards needed for a first down, touchdown, or field goal. Over the years, several football coaches and offensive coordinators have developed well-known and widely used offensive strategies: Option offense; Run and shoot offense; Smashmouth offense; Air Coryell; Spread ...

5. Off-tackle run - Wikipedia

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   Diagram of an off-tackle play. An off-tackle run in American football is a play in which the running back carries the ball through a running lane off of the tackle's block. The lead block kicks out the end man on the line of scrimmage, and another offensive player usually blocks the linebacker.

6. American football positions - Wikipedia

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   In American football, the specific role that a player takes on the field is referred to as their "position". Under the modern rules of American football, both teams are allowed 11 players [1] on the field at one time and have "unlimited free substitutions", meaning that they may change any number of players during any "dead ball" situation.

7. Hook and ladder (football) - Wikipedia

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   The hook and lateral, also known colloquially as the hook and ladder, is a trick play in American, Canadian football and indoor American football.. The hook and lateral starts with the hook, which is where a wide receiver runs a predetermined distance, usually 10 to 20 yards down the field, and along the sideline, and "hooks in" towards the center of the field to receive a forward pass from ...