The game of football has lots of odd language hidden in its history. Why is a field called a "e;gridiron?"e; Why are players called "e;quarterback"e; and "e;fullback?"e; Getting in the game can be intimidating if you don't know the lingo, which is why this book is full of football terms and their origins. From the difference between a safety as in the player, and a safety as in a scoring play, full-color photographs and graphic organizers show readers everything they need to watch this exciting sport as an informed fan.