Canadian football years, and are not officially defined in the rules. However, among offensive players, the rules recognize three different types of players: Specific offensive positions include: The rules do not constrain how the defence may arrange itself (other than the requirement that they must remain one yard behind the line of scrimmage until the play starts). "Special teams" generally refers to kicking plays, which typically involve a change in possession. Canadian football Canadian football () is a sport played in Canada in which two teams of 12 players each compete for territorial control of a field of play long and wide
1949 in Canadian football 1949 in Canadian football The Edmonton Eskimos rejoined with the WIFU and adopted the colours of gold and green. The WIFU regular season was extended to 14 games, per team. Wearing helmets became compulsory with the two unions. The Western Canada Rugby Football Union ceased its operations. "Note: GP = Games Played, W = Wins, L = Losses, T = Ties, PF = Points For, PA = Points Against, Pts = Points" </div> "Note: All dates in 1949" </div> </div> </div> "NOTE: During this time most players played both ways, so the All-Star selections do not distinguish between some offensive