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SPECIAL TEAMS FORMATIONS In addition to the offensive and defensive formations, used on most plays from scrimmage, there are some formations used only for special teams plays: The Kickoff Team comes on the field to kick all kickoffs. It consists of the team's kicker and a number of second-string players capable of getting downfield quickly and making a tackle. The Kick Return Team comes on the field to receive all kickoffs. It consists of a primary kick returner, a secondary kick returner, and a number of second-string players trained in providing blocks against the oncoming tacklers. The Punting Team replaces the standard offensive formation in punting situations. Like the Kickoff Team, this group contains players capable of getting downfield quickly and making a tackle. It also uses second-string offensive linemen trained specifically to prevent a blocked punt. The Punt Return Team is like the Kick Return Team in that it contains a dedicated returner and a few trained blockers. However, there is also focus on defensive lineman capable of rushing the punting and either blocking the punt, or at least hurrying the kick. The Field Goal Team and Extra Point Team, like the Punting Team, contains linemen who specifically practice on defending against a blocked kick. The backup quarterback usually catches and holds the snapped football for the field goal kicker. The Field Goal Defense Team is brought on in field goal and extra point situations. Its primary focus is players who can rush the offensive line and block the kick attempt with either their speed or height. Filling the Formations The formations used for special teams play are generally filled with "second-string" players that aren't used for the offensive and defensive formations. If your team lacks depth at one or more positions, the coach may have to use first-string players for special teams, increase fatigue and the chance of injury for those players.
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