# data[].attributes.attachment_link.readable_text
For high school Physical Education classes, this video and lesson helps navigates students through the basic rules and concepts of American Football NJ State Standards: "Analyze the role, responsibilities, and preparation of players, officials, trainers, and other participants and recommend strategies to improve their performance and behavior." ...

Create and share a new lesson based on this one.

Additional Resources for you to Explore

This lesson should be able to give you the background needed so that we are able to start working on the skills required to perform and succeed in the game as soon as class starts

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
For high school Physical Education classes, this video and lesson helps navigates students through the basic rules and concepts of American Football NJ State Standards: "Analyze the role, responsibilities, and preparation of players, officials, trainers, and other participants and recommend strategies to improve their performance and behavior." ...

# data[].attributes.body
I thought this would be a good video to show your students on how to understand deffence and offence with football. (Kelcey Blank)
- Content Physical Education
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=33rcFC0CX5w

# data[].attributes.body
In the early part of the 20th century calls went out to ban football due to the abundance of gruesome injury and overall brutality (some things never change). President Theodore Roosevelt made it his business to reform the sport, and perhaps helped save it, and arguable promoted its evolution to the game we have today (Moshe Karten).

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.title
How Teddy Roosevelt Saved Football | HISTORY

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
Look back at football’s brutal beginnings and President Theodore Roosevelt’s quest to save the sport from abolition.

# data[].attributes.body
A look at the anatomy of some of the more common injuries in football (knee, ankle, lower back, etc.). Students will apply knowledge learned in the anatomy unit to examine why and how certain injuries occur. (Katie Hinchen)

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.readable_text
Football injuries are common, even with the use of the right protective gear, and range from minor annoying aches and pains to serious, traumatic injuries. There are a variety of overuse injuries in football that you may see in any sport that includes running. But football players are constantly exposed to being tackled, falling, and making sudden changes in running direction,.increasing the risk of acute injuries.

The Most Commonly Seen Football Injuries

The following are some of the most frequently endured injuries related to football.

Head, Neck, and Shoulder Injuries

Concussion: This trauma to the brain is common in football and the source of increasing concern for its long-term effects.﻿﻿ It can happen with even mild blows to the head.

Shoulder Fracture (Fractured Clavicle): This injury can happen in a blow or a fall.

Torn Rotator Cuff: This injury can happen in a fall or with overuse, such as in throwing the football.

Shoulder Separation: This may happen with a blow to the front of the shoulder or when trying to arrest a fall with your outstretched hand.

Shoulder Dislocation: This also can happen with a fall or blow.

Whiplash: This is a hyperextension of the neck, which can occur with a tackle.

Neck Strain: This is also caused by hyperextension of the neck, especially during a blow.

Burner or Stinger of the Neck: These sharp neck pains come from compressed nerves and may happen with a blow from the side.

Hand Injuries

Wrist Sprains: These can happen when you try to catch yourself when falling.

Finger Fractures: These are typically caused by blows or falls.

Wrist Tendinitis: This is an overuse syndrome.

Knee and Leg Injuries

Anterior and Posterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL/PCL) Injuries: These ligaments stabilize the knee. Injuries happen when making a sudden turn when running or when the knee takes a direct blow.

Injuries to the Meniscus: This is cartilage in your knee. It can be injured when changing directions while running and when receiving a blow.

Groin Pull: This is a strain of the adductors in your inner thigh, often happening with a sudden change in direction when running.

Hamstring Pull, Tear, or Strain: The hamstrings are at the back of your thigh. Hamstring pulls commonly occur while running.

Iliotibial Band Syndrome: This is an overuse injury causing pain from the hip to the shin.

Pulled or Strained Calf Muscle: This is another injury common with sudden acceleration or change in direction when running.

Shin Splints: This pain in the shins is often due to lack of conditioning.

Hip Pointer: This is an injury to the hip, often caused by a blow.

Foot and Ankle Injuries

Ankle Sprains: The most common of all ankle injuries, an ankle sprain occurs when there is a stretching and tearing of ligaments surrounding the ankle joint.

Achilles Tendonitis: Achilles tendonitis is a chronic injury that occurs primarily from overuse and it felt as pain in the back of the ankle. If this is ignored it may increase your risk of Achilles tendon rupture.

Blisters: Blisters are fluid-filled sacs on the surface of the skin that commonly occur on the hands or the feet due to friction.

Turf Toe: This is an injury to the base of the big toe. It can happen when you make a step that jams your toe into the ground or bends it backward.﻿﻿

Back Injuries

Low Back Pain: This may be caused by muscle strains or by trauma.

Herniated Disks: This can occur in a fall or be due to repetitive strain.

Other Common Football Injuries and Side Effects

Sprains and Strains: Sprains and strains are the most common type of football injury. The best immediate treatment for sprains and strains is the R.I.C.E. method (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation).

Muscle Cramps: A cramp is a sudden, intense pain caused by a muscle involuntary and forcibly contracting muscle that does not relax. Similar to, but not the same as a side stitch.

Delayed-Onset Muscle Soreness: This is some muscle soreness may be felt from 12 to 48 hours following the activity.

Overtraining Syndrome: Overtraining syndrome frequently occurs in athletes who are training for competition or a specific event and train beyond the body's ability to recover.

Overheating: This is especially a risk at training camp and during long training sessions.

By Elizabeth Quinn, MS
Elizabeth Quinn is an exercise physiologist, sports medicine writer, and fitness consultant for corporate wellness and rehabilitation clinics.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.title
Common Aches, Pains, and Injuries You Can Expect From Playing Football

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
Football injuries are common and range from minor annoying aches and pains to serious injuries. Learn more about how they occur and what to do.

# data[].attributes.body
1. Beginners guide to football http://www.nfl.com/rulebook/beginnersguidetofootball

2. Terminology, Rules and Positions http://www.dummies.com/sports/football/football-for-dummies-usa-edition-cheat-sheet/

3. Tips on throwing a football properly
http://www.active.com/football/articles/how-to-throw-a-spiral-875447

# data[].attributes.body
1. Sketchpad App: Allows students to visually see football formations and be able to draw plays and move "X's and O's" around

2. Exam Time App: Allows students to make digital flash cards to help learn the rules and prepare them for any assessment that may encompass that information

# data[].attributes.body
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3t6hM5tRlfA

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.title
A Beginner's Guide to American Football | NFL UK

# data[].attributes.headline
Science in motion: Body movement in football

# data[].attributes.subject
Science in motion: Body movement in football

# data[].attributes.body
http://image.cdnllnwnl.xosnetwork.com/pics33/640/HT/HTAMMAVBNRZCIVO.20130901140114.jpg

# data[].attributes.headline
Understanding the basics: Body parts and their role in football

# data[].attributes.subject
Understanding the basics: Body parts and their role in football

# data[].attributes.body
http://media.gettyimages.com/videos/person-kicking-football-video-iddv306025?s=640x640

# data[].attributes.body
http://www4.pictures.zimbio.com/gi/Coastal+Carolina+v+South+Carolina+DyI2LN3Mfywl.jpg

# data[].attributes.headline
Always use two hands: Catching the football

# data[].attributes.subject
Always use two hands: Catching the football

# data[].attributes.body
http://www2.pictures.zimbio.com/gi/Alshon+Jeffery+Detroit+Lions+v+Chicago+Bears+ub33gpSAJ_Sl.jpg

# data[].attributes.headline
Referee is always right: Learning the rules

# data[].attributes.subject
Referee is always right: Learning the rules

# data[].attributes.body
https://qph.ec.quoracdn.net/main-qimg-b78129b8287f362bb15e2c476bf4986a-c?convert_to_webp=true

# data[].attributes.body
1.  "Explain and perform movement skills that combine mechanically correct movement in smooth flowing sequences in isolated settings (i.e., skill practice) and applied settings (i.e., games, sports, dance, and recreational activities)."

2. "Analyze the role, responsibilities, and preparation of players, officials, trainers, and other participants and recommend strategies to improve their performance and behavior."

3. "Apply a variety of mental strategies to improve performance."

http://www.state.nj.us/education/cccs/2014/chpe/standards.pdf

# data[].attributes.body
Show this video to have students understand math is everywhere. This goes along with your second goal for your students to understand their movements. They can try the theorem and see how many yards the player will have to run to reach the running back. (Rebecca Pflueger)

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.title
Science Of NFL Football: The Pythagorean Theorem

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
Pythagoras' ancient theorem helps football players today find the fast route to the football

# data[].attributes.body
Is playing Football an excellent full body activity?

# data[].attributes.headline
Goals: By the end of the unit all students should

# data[].attributes.subject
Goals: By the end of the unit all students should

# data[].attributes.body
1. Understand basic rules of the game
2. Understand body parts and their movements required to perform basics of the game
3. Be able to throw and catch the ball from a distance of 5 yards

# data[].attributes.body
Unit 1 will focus on the basic rules and skills associated with the game of Football