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There are a total of 29 people on the field during a NFL Football game. Offense: 11 Defense: 11 Officials: 7
Football numbers can range from 1-99. The numbers identify positions, so position payers have a range of uniform numbers they can be assigned. Quarterback can wear numbers 1-9, 10-19 Running Back can wear numbers 20-29, 30-39, 40-49 H-Back can wear numbers 40-49, 80-89 Wide Receiver can wear numbers 10-19, 80-89 Tight End can wear numbers 40-49, 80-89 Offensive Line can wear numbers 50-59, 60-69, 70-79 Defensive Line can wear numbers 50-59, 60-69, 70-79 Linebacker can wear numbers 50-59, 90-99 Corner back can wear numbers 20-29, 30-39, 40-49 Safety can wear numbers 20-29, 30-39, 40-49 Kicker can wear numbers 1-9 Punter can wear numbers 1-9 While this system went into place in 1973, exceptions can be made. The jersey number is assigned based in a players primary position However, if they change positions, they usually are not required to change numbers. In addition, the NFL will allow some players to use a number that is not in their position specified range. However, the Player has to pay a "fine" for the privilege.
From PalmBeachPost.com http://www.palmbeachpost.com/sports/content/sports/epaper/2006/10/29/a1b_nflweight_1029.html Heavy pressure: NFL players struggle with weight game From 1920 to 1984, there were never more than eight players in any season who weighed 300 pounds or more. This year, there were 570 players who weighed 300 or more listed on 2006 NFL training camp rosters, nearly 20 percent of all players. Height was between 5'10" and 6'2".
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