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Understanding the Basics of American Football - Learn how football works, with an introduction to the basic plays, rules, skills, movements, and offensive and defensive positions in this free football beginner guide on video.
Series Summary
The object of the game of football is to advance down the field into the opposing team’s end zone. This is called a touchdown and is worth six points. There are other ways score in football, including two-point conversions and field goals. The team with the most points when time runs out wins.
In this free instructional video series, learn the fundamentals of American football. Understand how the game works, with an introduction to the basic rules and objectives, as well as a rundown of the offensive and defensive positions on the field. Lessons also include skills and techniques for beginner offensive and defensive players: how to carry the ball, throw a pass, block effectively, punt, and make a solid hand off.
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What are the offensive positions in American football? Learn how to play offense, with basic offensive skills, movements, tips and techniques, in this free football beginner guide on video.
Basic football rules: playing football 101 - Learn how football works, with an introduction to the basic rules of American football in this free football beginner guide on video.
The punt is a very important play in beginner football; learn how to punt a football properly, including basic punting mechanics and drills, in this free football beginner guide on video.
Get tips on the proper way to hand off a football in a play in this football beginner guide, with basic tricks and techniques for the game.
Understanding football's defensive line: learn the fundamentals of playing defense in American football, including tips and techniques, in this free football beginner guide on video.
Sack the quarterback with the basic football defensive moves and techniques shown in this free football beginner guide on video.
There are two types of snaps in American football: direct snaps and shotgun snaps. Learn how to snap the ball in a game of American football in this free instructional sports video.
Learn the mechanics of throwing a football, including tips, tricks, and techniques in this free football beginner guide on video.
Learn the basic technique for holding and throwing a football, including tips, tricks, and pointers, in this free football beginner guide on video.
The post pattern is a basic offensive pass play in American football; learn how to execute a post pattern play in this free football beginner guide on video.
Learn basic blocking skills for American football in this beginner guide to playing the game of football.
Learn how to hold the football when running for a touchdown in this American football beginner guide.
Score points and win football games! Get an overview of the ways to score points with defense plus get tips on how to play football and win games in this free instructional sports video.
Touchdown! Learn how to score points with offense in a game of American football with the expert tips in this free football beginner guide on video.
Get tips on defensive backfield positions for American football in this free football beginner guide on video.
