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The players you will use when your team is involved in any
segment of the kicking game [special teams] will be made up of a
combination of offensive and defensive players. In addition there are
some very specialized jobs that must be filled for your special teams.
When thinking about special teams, try to think in terms of two
teams rather than one in your planning. When one team is making any
type of kick there will always be a corresponding team lined up on
the opposite side of the ball.
The teams that are kicking the ball will need:
- Players who have the ability to block for the punt and PAT/FG
teams.
- Players who have the ability to run, cover and tackle.
The teams that are receiving or defending the kick will need:
- Players who can pressure the kicker.
- Players who can run, block and stay with the coverage people on
the kicking team.
In addition, each segment of the kicking game will feature a player
or players who will need to have special skills in order for the team to
have success.
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