Editing Canadian football (section)

=== Special teams ===
Special teams are generally used on kicking plays, which include kickoffs, punts, field goal attempts, and extra point attempts. Special teams include the following positions:

: '''[[Long snapper]]:''' Snaps the ball for a punt, field goal attempt, or extra point attempt.
: '''[[Holder (gridiron football)|Holder]]:''' Receives the snap on field goal attempts and extra point attempts. Places the ball in position and holds it for the kicker. This position is generally filled by a reserve quarterback, but occasionally the starting quarterback or punter will fill in as holder.
: '''[[Placekicker|Kicker]]:''' Performs kickoffs. Kicks field goal attempts and extra point attempts.
: '''[[Punter (football)|Punter]]:''' Punts the ball, usually on third down.
: '''[[Return specialist|Returner]]:''' On kickoffs, punts, and missed field goals, returns the ball as far down the field as possible. Typically, a fast, agile runner.