Super Bowl Domination

Chapter 20 Sharpening the Knife
The so-called punt is when the punter in the special team of the offensive team kicks the football directly and hard; while the special team of the defensive team is ready to receive the ball in the opposite half of the field.

After the defensive receiver catches the football, he can continue to move forward, which is called a "return."

The offensive special team must stop the receiver, because the place where the receiver's knee touches the ground will be the starting point of the opponent's offensive team after they come on the field.

The most exciting punt can press the opponent's offensive starting point to the one-yard line of the opposite end zone.

The worst punt is one that allows the opponent's receiver to run across the field and into his end zone for a touchdown. This is called a "return touchdown."

Of course, there are other situations in which a punt occurs.

If the punter kicks the ball out of bounds, out of the opposing end zone, or into the opposing end zone, the result will be the same:
The opposing offense will automatically begin its offense at its own twenty-five-yard line, which is called the "standard offense starting position."

In the past, the standard offensive starting position was the team's 2016-yard line, but starting in , the league changed the rules to start the game five yards earlier at the -yard line, so the NCAA also adjusted the rules.

Just now.

The main team's three attacks all failed, and finally stopped at a position around their own thirty-five yards. In order to avoid the failure of the fourth-down power play and give the substitute team an offensive position close to their end zone, they had no choice but to punt.

The home team kicks the football directly out of the end zone, which means that the backup team will start from their own 25-yard line.

Roar!
hoo hoo hoo!
Although the game had just started, the Bryant-Denny Stadium could already feel the heat wave. The fans not only cheered for the main team, but also for the substitute team.

Who knows, maybe when the new season starts in September, there will be players from the bench who can make the starting lineup?
Levi, here we go.

Different.

It is indeed different.

Levi, who has always been accustomed to fighting alone, can suddenly feel the power of the court clearly, which is a completely different experience.

This is "only" the power of 70,000 people. It is hard to imagine what a magnificent scene it would be if a stadium of 100,000 people were fully seated.

Just thinking about it makes my blood boil.

Levi jogged onto the stage with small steps, holding his head high and chest puffed out, immersing himself in this moment and savoring it carefully. He liked this atmosphere and feeling.

Levi wondered what it would be like if the whole audience cheered for him?
He was ready to give it a try.

The backup team's quarterback, Cooper-Bateman, has a last name that sounds similar to Batman, and his height and build are also similar to Batman - 224 pounds (102 kilograms), which is a little too heavy for a quarterback, so his teammates call him Batman.

Unfortunately, the future of Bateman’s career is uncertain.

He is a junior this year and will be a senior in September, but he has always been just a substitute for the team. In the spring training camp, he lost the competitiveness for the main quarterback to high school student Hurts. His hope of turning professional in the future is being gradually extinguished.

But Bateman was an honest man. He continued to train down to earth and finally defeated other opponents to become the team's second quarterback.

"I think we should start with a ground attack."

Bateman said.

He knelt on one knee and his teammates from the substitute team surrounded him. This honest man seemed not very confident. He was simple and honest. He did not give orders but asked for his teammates' opinions. The flicker in his eyes revealed mixed emotions, nervousness and excitement.

Then, he looked at Levi——

Because Levi is a running back, and because of the joys and sorrows they shared during the spring training camp, they not only saw Levi's talent and hard work, but also Levi's intelligence.

From knowing nothing about football to now, Levi has become the official strategist of the team. If players are still confused after the tactical training class, they can go to Levi and he will definitely be able to answer their questions and give them an epiphany. This has become a gossip within the team.

Bateman himself had sought out Levi several times, and Levi never kept anything to himself; moreover, he never said "teaching", but always started the conversation in the name of communication and discussion.

Not only Bateman, but the opposing team's defense was also keeping an eye on Levi.

Looking up, across the crowd, you can see Allen and Foster. Allen is jumping lightly on the spot, rubbing his hands in anticipation, with excitement flashing in his eyes, as if he can't wait.

Levi knew that Allen was indeed impatient——

As a defensive end, Allen's job is to sack running backs and quarterbacks. Sacks are one of the most dominant signs for a defensive team, and defensive ends are often the team's sack kings.

From the day Levi joined the Crimson Tide, Allen has been waiting for this practice match, not for revenge, but to have a fair fight with Levi in ​​a formal match. This time he will not underestimate his enemy.

Noticing Levi's gaze at this time, Allen showed a bright smile, slowly stroked his throat with his right thumb, and continued to jump like a flea, then shouted to Levi.

"How about it, are you ready to wrestle hard?"

Levi grinned, looking very obedient, "Not ready yet."

"Haha." Alan and others around him laughed.

Allen does need to be alert, but Levi's attention is all on another person——

tenth.

Reuben Foster to be exact.

Levi couldn't remember his name, but he remembered this unremarkable number 10, the linebacker in the tryout. He didn't feel anything special about him at the time, but after just three weeks of training, Levi realized how outstanding Foster was.

Low-key. Focused. Serious. Practical.

Although Foster is usually silent, he is also one of the captains of the defensive team; moreover, the linebacker position is equivalent to the quarterback of the defensive team.

From the perspective of positioning, the linebacker and the quarterback are mirror images. The linebacker is also the one with built-in headphones in the helmet of the defensive team. He is responsible for communicating with the defensive coordinator, observing the layout and positioning of the opposing offensive team, making judgments, and adjusting the defensive tactics if necessary.

After all, the initiative is in the hands of the offensive team, and the defensive team is in a state of improvisation most of the time.

Foster's strength lies in his calmness and his own ideas about tactical layout.

In addition, linebackers are the real enemies of running backs.

The Crimson Tide's defense is a "3-4" configuration, which means four linebackers. Shaban has his own strengths in coaching linebackers.

At this time, Foster didn't pay special attention to Levi, but Levi could feel the attention from No. 10, and a hint of murderous intent was locked on him.

The high morale and fighting spirit are already burning.

It seems that not only Allen, but Foster has also quietly targeted Levi.

Levi retracted his gaze and looked at Bateman, whose eyes showed a little uncertainty. He felt that he could not blame Allen and Foster for being vigilant. After all, they were on the same team and were very familiar with each other's strengths and weaknesses.

What's more, they have been sharpening their knives for three weeks.

It's time too.

Levi took a deep breath and looked at Bateman.

"it is good."

Without hesitation, he agreed and bravely faced the challenge.

Face the difficulties!

The young football player begs for support. During the new book period, even if you are just keeping it in your hands, you must turn to the latest chapter. There will be explosions later. The young player is already prepared to work very hard. Thank you all!

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