Hip Your Chick #2

This week we will concentrate on the actual positions on the field. The team is broken down into offense (Side that attempts to score) and defense (side that defends against the first down. Remember last week we talked about the goal of the game (score the most points.) We’ll highlight each player and their primary responsibilities. This week we will highlight the offense.

Offensive Line-Don’t be fooled ladies and gents. This is THE MOST IMPORTANT PART OF ANY OFFENSE. Without these guys, there are no pass plays, no rushing plays. There is no time to do anything on offense. It this group dominates a game; this is usually the team that wins. The offensive line consists of 5 players.

The Center (C) snaps the ball to the QB between his legs. He makes all the calls for the proper protection of the QB on passing plays.

On each side of the center there is a Guard (G). They are usually the biggest of the offensive linemen. They handle the big guys that line up across from them, and they will lead block on certain plays.

Next to each guard, there is a Tackle (T). Tackles are the most athletic of the offensive line. They protect the QB blind side and have to take on some of the most athletic players on the field, the defensive end and outside linebacker.

Each of these guys is very important to his team; that is why you hear the saying that the game is “won in the trenches”. Learn these guys. They are always under the radar, yet don't get the praise that they deserve.

Quarterback (QB)-The General of the offense. Throws the ball and also hands the ball off into the QB. Usually calls the plays. He can change up plays based on what he sees on the field. Most teams with solid to great QBs with a good offensive line usually dominate a league. Famous QBs include Tom Brady, Aaron Rodgers, Peyton Manning, Michael Vick, and Cam Newton. Think of the QB as Kris Kardashian. She runs the show.

Running Back(RB)- The Workhorse of the offense. Primary responsibility is to carry the football for rushing yards on the ground. Their secondary responsibilities are in pass protection and catching passes thrown to him by the quarterback. Famous backs are Adrian Peterson, Maurice Jones-Drew, Mark Ingram and Trent Richardson. Think of Kim Kardashian as the RB. She gets the tough money for the Kardashians, (think Sex tape, think fake wedding as tough yards.)

Wide Receiver (WR)- The “Diva” Primary responsibility is to catch the football. They are usually the fastest players on the field. Their secondary responsibility is to block on running plays. On trick plays they can also run the football. Famous WRs include Larry Fitzgerald, Calvin Johnson, Andre Johnson, DeSean Jackson. Think Kourtney Kardashian . She is the prettiest of the Kardashians, yet she needs someone else to get her noticed. She’s the most talented, but needs someone else to throw her a pass.

Tight End (TE)- Mr. Versatile. Depending on the type of offense the tight end is in, this role varies. In a run first offense, the TE is an additional blocker for the run game. He is also an eligible pass catcher like the WR in pass first offenses. He usually has to be big as well nimble. Famous TEs include Jimmy Graham, Rob Gronkowski, and Tony Gonzalez. Think Khloe Kardashian. She is married, smart, and business minded. She can do it all. Depending on the type of play, there can be multiple TEs, WRs, and RBs on the field. The best way to learn what each player does is to look at your favorite teams’ roster or your favorite guy’s favorite roster and identify what each of them does. That way, you’ll start to understand their responsibilities and roles and understand the game. And relate them to the Kardashians.

Penalty

The penalty this week is false start. This is when the offensive player gets lined up and moves early. Offensive lineman cannot move. The WR, TE, and RB can go in motion, but all other players must stay set while they are moving. If anyone jumps, flinches, or moves this is a penalty. It’s a 5 yard penalty and they replay the down. This can make the difference in getting a first down or having to punt on 4th down.

Review last week’s hip your chick, combine it with this week’s hip your chick and you will start to see the game forming up! Next week, we’ll highlight the defense’s role and a defensive penalty.