Bradley Moss
Kinesiology Readings 5301
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An In depth Look of the Quarterback Position in Football
The Quarterback position is arguably the most important position in football, as they touch the football every play and must find a way to lead their offense into the end zone for touchdowns. The following article will help give a more in depth look at the quarterback position as well as statistics they can achieve.
The Responsibility of the Quarterback
The Quarterback is one of the most popular positions in football. To start with the responsibilities of the quarterback, he starts by gathering his offense in the huddle. While in the huddle, his job is to explain the upcoming play to his offense. After the offense receives the play from the quarterback, the offense will then line up at the line of scrimmage to oppose the defense. The quarterback will line up directly behind the center. During this period of time, a quarterback will observe the defense that is set to oppose his team. Upon observing the defense, the quarterback will either stick with the play he called in the huddle or decide to change the play to give his offense a better advantage. After hiking or receiving the ball from the center, the quarterback has a variety of options depending on what type of play was called. If it’s a running play then he would either hand the ball off to a running back or run the ball himself for as many yards as he can. The other option for a quarterback is to throw the ball. This is when a quarterback makes a forward pass to one of his receivers or running backs. This progression will continue until either the offense scores a touchdown or, if the offense doesn't score a touchdown, they will have to kick a field goal or punt the ball depending on where they are on the football field.
Quarterback Statistics
The following statistics are achievable for a quarterback:
- Pass attempts - the number of times a quarterback throws the ball
- Passing yards - the total yards that the quarterback passes the ball for.
- Completion percentage - The percentage that the quarterback completes his passes.
- Touchdown Passes - The quarterback completes a pass in the end zone.
- Interceptions - The quarterback completes a pass to the other team.
- Rushing yards - The number of yards the quarterback gains by running the ball.
- Rushing Touchdowns - The number of times the quarterback runs the ball into the end zone.
- Total QBR - a guide that rates the quarterback's passing performance. 0 being the worst and 158.3 being the best possible score.
Conclusion
As you can see, the quarterback is one of the most important positions in football. The quarterback position requires a true leader to be successful. If the quarterback lacks leadership skills the team is doomed to fail.
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References
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Total_quarterback_rating
This is a very informative article about the quarterback position in eleven man football, but in six-man football the quarterback has a different set of rules that apply to that position. A blog over the quarterback in six-man football would also make an interesting blog, especially since people generally know very little about six-man football. Overall a very informative blog, good job!
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