American football

American football is a popular team sport in the United States 🏈. Here’s a clear, quick overview:

What it is

Two teams of 11 players compete to score points by advancing an oval-shaped ball into the opponent’s end zone or by kicking it through goalposts.

How the game works
• The field is 100 yards long (plus end zones).
• The offense has 4 downs (attempts) to move the ball 10 yards.
• If they succeed, they get a new set of downs; if not, possession goes to the other team.
• Games are divided into 4 quarters.

Scoring
• Touchdown – 6 points (ball carried or caught in the end zone)
• Extra point – 1 or 2 points after a touchdown
• Field goal – 3 points (kicked through the uprights)
• Safety – 2 points (offense tackled in its own end zone)

Key positions
• Quarterback (QB): Leads the offense, throws or hands off the ball
• Running back (RB): Runs with the ball
• Wide receiver (WR): Catches passes
• Offensive/Defensive linemen: Block or stop the run/pass
• Linebackers & defensive backs: Defend against runs and passes

Major league
• NFL (National Football League) – the top professional league
• The championship game is the Super Bowl, one of the most-watched sports events in the world

Why people love it
• Strategic like chess, explosive like sprinting
• Short bursts of action with lots of tactics and teamwork
• Big hits, dramatic plays, and clear roles for each player

If you want, I can explain rules in simple steps, compare it with rugby, or talk about famous teams and players.