Football 101 — Learn NFL Football for Beginners
Football 101
Things everyone pretends they already know — explained in plain English. No experience needed, no judgment, just football.
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Stephanie's Picks: NFL Week 1 — The Season Is Finally Here
NFL Week 1 is here and I have thoughts. Here are my picks for the games worth watching this weekend — with beginner-friendly context for every matchup.
How Does Football Work? A Beginner's Guide to Watching the NFL
New to football? This is the one guide that explains how the NFL actually works — downs, scoring, positions, the red zone, and what to watch — so you can enjoy the game from play one.
What Are Game Picks? A Beginner's Guide to Following Along
Every week I'll share my picks for the best NFL games to watch — and explain why. Here's how to read them, what the terms mean, and how to use them to actually enjoy Sunday.
How to Talk Football Without Faking It
Football season means football conversations — at work, at parties, at family dinners. Here's how to hold your own without pretending to know more than you do.
Super Bowl Predictions: A Beginner's Guide to Following Along
Everyone makes Super Bowl predictions — but how do you follow along when you're still learning the game? Here's how to understand the hype, pick a team to root for, and actually enjoy the ride.
DraftKings Explained: What Is Daily Fantasy Sports?
You've seen the DraftKings ads everywhere. But what actually is daily fantasy sports, how is it different from regular fantasy football, and do you need to know a lot about football to play?
How Does the Football Clock Work?
An NFL game has 60 minutes on the clock — so why does it take 3 hours to watch? Here's how the football clock actually works, including all the ways it stops.
What Is the Line of Scrimmage in Football?
You hear it mentioned on almost every play — but what exactly is the line of scrimmage? Here's the plain-English explanation of one of football's most important concepts.
What Is Pass Interference in Football?
Pass interference is one of the most impactful — and most controversial — penalties in football. Here's what it means and why it can completely change a game.
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