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American Football

American football, referred to as football in the United States and Canada, is a team sport played by two teams of eleven players on a rectangular field with goalposts at each end. It involves physical exertion and skill by passing, running, or kicking the ball.

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Origin

United States

Type

Outdoor, Team sport, Ball game

Venue

stadium, sports field

Supreme Authority

National Football League

Summary

American Football is a competitive team sport known for its strategic complexity and physical intensity. The game is played between two teams, each consisting of 11 players. The objective is to advance an oval ball down the field into the opponent's end zone, either by running with the ball or passing it. Points can be scored via touchdowns, field goals, and safeties.

American Football requires a combination of strength, speed, agility, and strategic understanding, making it a highly demanding sport both physically and mentally.

Key Types of American Football BABAB

Professional Football

  • National Football League (NFL): The highest level of professional football in the United States, with 32 teams competing in a 17-game regular season, followed by a single-elimination playoff leading to the Super Bowl.

College Football

  • NCAA Football: University-level football in the United States. It's divided into three divisions (I, II, III) with Division I being the most competitive. The season culminates in various bowl games and the College Football Playoff National Championship for Division I teams.

High School Football

  • High school football is a popular sport across the United States, often serving as a stepping stone to college and professional football. State championships are held annually.

Flag Football

  • Non-contact version of football where the defensive team must remove a flag or flag belt from the ball carrier to end a down instead of tackling.

Arena Football

  • A variant of American football played indoors on a smaller field, it's known for its fast-paced, high-scoring games.
Competitions
  • The Super Bowl is the pinnacle of American football, the championship game of the NFL season.
  • The College Football Playoff National Championship decides the national champion in the NCAA Division I.
  • The Pro Bowl and the Senior Bowl are among other notable football events, showcasing the sport's best professional and college players, respectively.
References

NFL Official Site: All about the NFL, its teams, and its season. https://www.nfl.com/

NCAA Official Site: Information on college football and other sports. http://www.ncaa.org/

Arena Football League: Official site of the Arena Football League. https://www.arenafootball.com/

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Sports
American Football BABAB
Supreme Authority
National Football League
Type
Outdoor
Team sport
Ball game
Venue
stadium, sports field
Mixed-sex
No
Equipment
football
helmet
shoulder pads
gloves
cleats

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