|
A game played with a ball on a
rectangular field, 100 yards in length, with goal lines and goal posts at
either end. Opposing teams of 11 players each attempt to gain possession
of the ball and advance it by means of running and passing plays across
the opponent's goal line. A team doing so scores a touchdown, worth six
points, and then has the opportunity to kick the ball over the goalpost
crossbar for one extra point.
Source:
Football Dictionary
A high percentage of retired professional football players
suffer from emotional, physical, psychological and social problems. |
