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Play diagram showing an offence of seven players on the line of scrimmage with a quarterback and three backs, facing eleven defenders Rules of the game

Football positions: what every player does on the field

Every football position explained from the IFAF rule book and the NFL glossary: what each player does in offence, in defence and on special teams.

 Diagram of an IFAF flag football field with end zones, no-running zones and a 5-on-5 passing play Rules of the game

Flag football rules: the official IFAF 5v5 rulebook explained

Flag football rules explained from the official IFAF rulebook: 5v5 format, field size, downs, no-running zones, scoring, penalties and required equipment.

 Illustration of football shoulder pads from the front, with the shoulder width measured from one AC joint to the other Buying guides

Football shoulder pad sizing: how to measure and choose your size

Football shoulder pad sizing explained: how manufacturers measure shoulder width, skill, lineman and all-purpose cuts, size charts by model and back plates.

 Illustration of a white football helmet in profile next to five orange stars Buying guides

How to choose a football helmet: certification, ratings and sizing

How to choose a football helmet: NOCSAE certification, Virginia Tech star ratings, adult vs youth models, head sizing, facemasks, recertification and EU prices.