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What Is An Interception In Football?

An interception in football occurs when a defender catches a forward pass thrown by the opposing team’s quarterback. When an interception is thrown the possession of the ball is given to the other team.

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What Is The Endzone In Football?

The endzone in football refers to the scoring area at either end of the field. The endzone is ten yards deep fifty-three yards wide. This area of the field is marked with a thick white line along all its edges as well as two bright orange pylons at the front of the endzone.

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What Is A System Quarterback In Football

A system quarterback in football is a quarterback that is successful due to the coaching staff and scheme he plays in.

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What is PPR in Fantasy Football

PPR stands for "points per reception" a fantasy football format that awards players extra points for every catch they make. Unlike standard leagues, which only score yards and touchdowns, PPR adds value to every completed pass.

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What is Dead Money in Football?

Simply put, dead money is the salary cap cost of players who aren't on the team anymore. When an NFL team cuts a player, his contract doesn't just vanish; guaranteed money and unpaid bonuses still count against the cap.

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What Is A Sam Linebacker

A "Sam" linebacker is another name for a strong-side linebacker. They line up on whichever side of the offense has more personnel, which is typically the side with the tight end.

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What Is A Quarterback In Football

In football, the quarterback is an offensive player that is responsible for passing the ball to his teammates. Quarterbacks are the most important player on the offense. And aside from the center they are the only ones that touch the ball every play.

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What Is A Nickel Corner In Football

A nickel corner in football is a defensive player that is typically responsible for covering slot receivers or running backs in pass coverage. The nickel corner is the fifth defensive back on the field and is the namesake for the nickel defense.

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What Is A Mesh Point In Football

A mesh point in football is the area on the field where the running back and quarterback meet to hand off the ball.

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What Is A Jumbo Package In Football?

A jumbo package in football is a personnel grouping that includes two tight ends and three backs. On some occasions, this package may include extra offensive linemen in place of a running back or full back. The jumbo package is primarily used for short-yardage situations.

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TERMS

What is an interception?

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PLAYS

What is a post route?

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FANTASY

PPR vs. standard scoring, explained

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POSITIONS

What does a nickelback do?

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RULES

Why did that get called pass interference?

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TERMS

What's the difference between a blitz and a rush?

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