American football positions four linebackers, and four defensive backs (two cornerbacks, a strong safety, and a free safety) Special teams are units that are on the field during kicking plays. While many players who appear on offensive or defensive squads also play similar roles on special teams (offensive linemen to block, or defensive players to tackle) there are some specialist roles which are unique to the kicking game. American football positions In American football each team has 11 players on the field at one time. The specific role that a player takes on the field is called his position. Under the modern rules
1928 Michigan Wolverines football team be honored on the 1928 All-Big Ten Conference football teams. Elton Wieman was removed as the team's head coach in late May 1929. The following players won varsity letters for their work on the 1928 football team: Players who started at least half of Michigan's games are displayed in bold. The following players won aMa letters for their work on the 1928 football team: 1928 Michigan Wolverines football team The 1928 Michigan Wolverines football team was an American football team that represented the University of Michigan in the 1928 Big Ten Conference football season. The Wolverines compiled a 3–4–1 record