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The quarterback is probably the most important position on the offense. Their job is to lead their offense to score points and avoid sacks from hulking defensive linemen by scrambling or throwing the football away. They can score by throwing or running with the football.
Offensive linemen is a crucial part to the offense. This position consists of the guards, the tackles, and the center. Their job is to ensure the safety and protection of the quarterback, as they can prevent sacks from charging defensive linemen and give them enough time to throw the football. They also create running lanes for the running back or fullbacks to help gain some yards more easily.
The receiving core is a big friend for the quarterback. Their job is to catch oncoming thrown football by the quarterback and tuck them in, as they go to the ground. They can run short, medium, or long routes, depending the situation.
Although, slower than an average wide receiver, they are much stronger and are capable of shaking off tackles from defenders. They played a main part of the receiving core, and are most useful during goaline situation, as they can overpower the defender to catch fades from the quarterback. With their strength, they can help block, aswell.
Also known as tailbacks or halfbacks, their main job is to follow blocks from the offensive line to gain a good amount of yards. They can power through the goaline for a touchdown or gain a few yards during short downs. They also play a role to help block or catch checkdowns from the quarterback.
Many consider this position as a dying breed in the NFL, since they are not as fast as running backs or as tough as a tight end. Very few teams still have fullbacks in their roster. However, they are not to be underestimated, as they can catch, block, and are strong enough to power through the endzone for a touchdown.