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5v5 Flag Football Positioning
 
Offense:

  • Center (C): Snaps the ball to the QB, then becomes an eligible receiver. Typically runs short to intermediate routes.

  • Quarterback (QB): Calls plays, receives the snap, and throws the ball. Can also run with the ball past the line of scrimmage if there's a "run zone" or specific rules allow.

  • Wide Receiver 1 (WR1): Primary target, usually runs deep or complex routes.

  • Wide Receiver 2 (WR2): Secondary target, can run a variety of routes, often used for quick outs or crossing patterns.

  • Running Back (RB) / Slot Receiver (SR): Can be a ball carrier on run plays (if allowed) or another receiver running routes from the backfield or slot.

Defense:

  • Rusher: Starts 7 yards off the line of scrimmage and can rush the QB after the snap. Their primary job is to pressure the QB.

  • Cornerback 1 (CB1): Covers WR1, usually on the stronger side of the offense.

  • Cornerback 2 (CB2): Covers WR2, often on the weaker side or a different coverage assignment.

  • Safety (S) / Linebacker (LB): A versatile player who can cover a slot receiver, help with deep coverage, or play zone in the middle of the field.

  • Flex Defender (FD): Can be another safety, a nickelback, or a player who floats to cover the running back out of the backfield or provide extra zone coverage.

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7v7 Flag Football Positioning
 
Offense:

  • Center (C): Snaps the ball to the QB, then becomes an eligible receiver. Often runs short to intermediate routes or acts as a check-down option.

  • Quarterback (QB): The field general. Calls plays, receives the snap, and distributes the ball via throws. May have limited running options depending on league rules.

  • Wide Receiver 1 (WR1): Typically the primary deep threat or a strong route-runner on one side of the field.

  • Wide Receiver 2 (WR2): Another key receiver, often working in tandem with WR1 or running routes on the opposite side.

  • Slot Receiver 1 (SR1): Lines up between the tackle box and the WR. Very versatile, can run crossing routes, slants, or deep seams.

  • Slot Receiver 2 (SR2): Similar to SR1, offering another interior receiving threat, creating mismatches in the middle of the field.

  • Running Back (RB): Can be a ball carrier (if runs are allowed and called) or a crucial check-down receiver out of the backfield, often running swing routes or screens.

Defense:

  • Rusher: Starts 7 yards off the line of scrimmage and is responsible for pressuring the quarterback after the snap.

  • Cornerback 1 (CB1): Covers WR1, usually on the strong side of the formation.

  • Cornerback 2 (CB2): Covers WR2, often on the weak side or aligned to a specific receiver.

  • Safety 1 (S1): Often plays a deep zone, responsible for preventing long passes, but can also come down to cover slot receivers or assist in run defense.

  • Safety 2 (S2): Similar to S1, providing deep help or covering a slot receiver. Can play various zone or man coverage roles.

  • Linebacker (LB): Operates in the middle of the field. Covers slot receivers, guards against short passes, or helps on run plays.

  • Nickelback (NB) / Flex Defender: A versatile defender, often covering a slot receiver, or providing extra zone coverage, especially against spread formations.

Here is an image illustrating these positions:

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7v7 Flag Football Positioning
 
Offense:

  • Center (C): Snaps the ball to the QB, then becomes an eligible receiver. Often runs short to intermediate routes or acts as a check-down option.

  • Quarterback (QB): The field general. Calls plays, receives the snap, and distributes the ball via throws. May have limited running options depending on league rules.

  • Wide Receiver 1 (WR1): Typically the primary deep threat or a strong route-runner on one side of the field.

  • Wide Receiver 2 (WR2): Another key receiver, often working in tandem with WR1 or running routes on the opposite side.

  • Slot Receiver 1 (SR1): Lines up between the tackle box and the WR. Very versatile, can run crossing routes, slants, or deep seams.

  • Slot Receiver 2 (SR2): Similar to SR1, offering another interior receiving threat, creating mismatches in the middle of the field.

  • Running Back (RB): Can be a ball carrier (if runs are allowed and called) or a crucial check-down receiver out of the backfield, often running swing routes or screens.

Defense:

  • Rusher: Starts 7 yards off the line of scrimmage and is responsible for pressuring the quarterback after the snap.

  • Cornerback 1 (CB1): Covers WR1, usually on the strong side of the formation.

  • Cornerback 2 (CB2): Covers WR2, often on the weak side or aligned to a specific receiver.

  • Safety 1 (S1): Often plays a deep zone, responsible for preventing long passes, but can also come down to cover slot receivers or assist in run defense.

  • Safety 2 (S2): Similar to S1, providing deep help or covering a slot receiver. Can play various zone or man coverage roles.

  • Linebacker (LB): Operates in the middle of the field. Covers slot receivers, guards against short passes, or helps on run plays.

  • Nickelback (NB) / Flex Defender: A versatile defender, often covering a slot receiver, or providing extra zone coverage, especially against spread formations.

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