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In the NFL, that depends on whether the quarterback took the snap from directly behind the center or whether he was in the shotgun formation.
NFL rules state that eligible receivers are the two players on either side of the line of scrimmage and "players at least one yard behind the line at the snap. A T-formation quarterback is not eligible to receive a forward pass during a play from scrimmage".
Therefore, if the quarterback takes the snap from directly behind the center he is not an eligible receiver. If the quarterback takes the snap in the shotgun formation he is an eligible receiver.
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Who played quarterback and receiver for the Pittsburgh Steelers?
Kordell Stewart, nicknamed 'Slash', was able to play quarterback, wide receiver and running back during his career.
What are some players on the San Diego charger?
Quarterback Philip Rivers Running Back/receiver Darren Sproles Running Back Mike Tolbert Running Back Ryan Matthews Wide Receiver Vincent Jackson Wide receiver Malcolm Floyd
What position is it when the quarterback passes you the ball and you run it to make a touchdown?
a wide receiver or a running back
What are the offense position in football?
running back,quarterback,offensive lineman,wide receiver,tight end,full back
What formation in American football is best for handing the ball off to a running back?
Generally speaking the best formation for handing off the ball to a running back is one where the quarterback is positioned under the center. This better enables the running back to gain speed and momentum before he receives the ball. Most running backs prefer it this way as opposed to receiving the ball when the quarterback is in a shotgun formation position.
What is an exchange of the football between two players?
The exchange between the center and quarterback is called a snap, the exchange between a running back and quarterback is a hand off and the exchange between a quarterback and receiver is a reception
Who was the quarterback for the 1996 Pittsburgh Steelers?
In 1996, Mike Tomczak was the starting quarterback for the Steelers. His backups were Jim Miller and Kordell Stewart. Stewart was used at quarterback, running back and wide receiver during the season.
What other positions besides quarterback and halfback have won the Heisman Trophy?
Other positions besides quarterback and halfback/running back that have won the the Heisman Trophy are: end, fullback, wide receiver, wing back, and defensive back.
What is the play when a playner exchange of the football between two players?
The exchange between the center and quarterback is called a snap, the exchange between a running back and quarterback is a hand off and the exchange between a quarterback and receiver is a reception
What does a wide receiver do?
In football, the wide receiver catches the ball, thrown by the quarterback and then runs toward the end zone in an attempt to score a touchdown or at least get a first down. If, however, the coach signals for a running play-which shows that the running back will be handed the football-the wide recievers will block the defender/s in front of him from trying to tackle the running back. That is what a wide receiver does.
What position did Allen Iverson play in highschool football A- Running Back B- quarterback C- Wide Receiver D-kick or punt returner?
widereciever
What is the job of the running back in football?
Primarily a running back will accept the ball from the quarterback (the "handoff") and try to "rush" forward for as many yards as possible before he is tackled. On certain plays, a running back may also be utilized as a pass receiver, or may have a blocking assignment.
