Football Guide: Positions, Rules and Health Benefits

NFL football positions carry specific responsibilities ranging from offensive line to special teams. Learn the official size of an NFL football and the health benefits of playing this high-impact sport.

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Percentage of Kids Who Are Injured in Football

At the beginning of each football season, players eagerly rush out onto the field while their parents worry that they may sustain a serious injury from the sport. The good news is that when injuries do occur, they are rarely severe and usually do not require a doctor's care.

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