Can You Name the Positions of These NFL Players?

By: Gavin Thagard
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Can You Name the Positions of These NFL Players?
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About This Quiz

Quarterbacks, wide receivers, defensive ends, linebackers; there are a lot of positions on the football field for NFL fans to have to remember. Of course, it's probably easy when you are thinking about your favorite player, but what about the other players who fill rosters across the league? Do you know what positions they play? Why not take this quiz and find out? 

Every Sunday, hundreds of athletes take to the football field, each with unique roles on their respective team. They have specific jobs to perform based around their position, and even in a league where positions are becoming more confusing because of how players are used, you still have 11 players on offense and 11 players on defense at the end of the day. If you really want to know the game of football, you have to know who fills those roles.

How well do you know the faces of the NFL and their jobs on the field? Do you know where stars like Aaron Rodgers and Khalil Mack play? What about some of the lesser-known role players? If you are a football fan and up for a challenge, take this quiz and see if you can name the position of these NFL players!

Khalil Mack
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Drafted out of the University of Buffalo, what position does Khalil Mack play?
Cornerback
Wide receiver
Linebacker
Center
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Wrong Answer

Khalil Mack was traded from the Raiders to the Bears in 2018 after he refused to show up for training camp. He held out because of contract disputes with the team.

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Odell Beckham Jr
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Known for his dramatic antics, what position does Odell Beckham Jr. play?
Running back
Wide receiver
Quarterback
Defensive end
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Wrong Answer

At the start of the 2018 season, Odell Beckham Jr. signed a five-year deal with the Giants worth $95 million. The contract made him the highest-paid wide receiver in the game.

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Rob Gronkowski
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A physical freak on the football field, what position does Rob Gronkowski​ play?
Quarterback
Safety
Center
Tight end
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Since entering the league, Rob Gronkowski has been a nightmare matchup for opposing teams. His ability comes from his unique combination of size and power.

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J.J. Watt
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This former Wisconsin player has wreaked havoc since he entered the league. What position does J.J. Watt play?
Defensive end
Linebacker
Cornerback
Wide receiver
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Wrong Answer

J.J. Watt is a destructive force on the defensive line for the Texans. His on the field play has earned him three Defensive Player of the Year awards, with his latest coming in 2015.

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LeVeon Bell
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Le'Veon Bell wants to make more money at his position. What position does he play, though?
Defensive tackle
Running back
Guard
Safety
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Wrong Answer

After a contract dispute with the Steelers, Le'Veon Bell decided to sit out the 2018 season. His decision was based on​ his desire to see running backs earn more money in the NFL.

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Tom Brady
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Spending his career with the Patriots, what position does Tom Brady play?
Quarterback
Tight end
Wide receiver
Linebacker
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Wrong Answer

Tom Brady is a five-time Super Bowl champion, winning more titles than any other quarterback. Of those five Super Bowls, Brady was named the MVP of the big game four times.

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Jalen Ramsey
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Drafted out of Florida State, what position does Jalen Ramsey play?
Defensive tackle
Guard
Cornerback
Running back
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Wrong Answer

In only his third season in the league, Jalen Ramsey has become one of the best cornerbacks in the NFL. He also isn't afraid to talk trash to opposing teams, even if they have star players on offense.

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Carson Wentz
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Carson Wentz was highly sought after coming out of college. What position does he play?
Wide receiver
Tight end
Safety
Quarterback
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Wrong Answer

In 2017, Carson Wentz was leading one of the best offenses in the NFL. However, he tore his ACL before the playoffs and had to watch his team win the Super Bowl without him.

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Myles Garrett
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Drafted with the first overall pick, what position does Myles Garrett play?
Cornerback
Wide receiver
Center
Defensive end
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Wrong Answer

Myles Garrett was drafted in 2016 out of Texas A&M. While in college, Garrett racked up 31 sacks over the course of three seasons.

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Ezekiel Elliot
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A Rookie of the Year candidate​ in 2016, what position does Ezekiel Elliot play?
Running back
Tight end
Safety
Defensive tackle
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Wrong Answer

In his rookie seasons, Ezekiel Elliot tore through the league. He finished the season as the NFL rushing yards leader but lost the Offensive Rookie of the Year award to his teammate Dak Prescott.

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Antonio Brown
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Regarded as one of the best at his job, what position does Antonio Brown play for the Steelers?
Quarterback
Guard
Wide receiver
Tackle
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Wrong Answer

Antonio Brown is one of the best at doing his job, catching passes. However, he also expresses his opinions outside the field of play, which has often been a detriment to his team.

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Harrison Smith
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A player out of Augusta, Georgia, what position does Harrison Smith play?
Cornerback
Safety
Linebacker
Defensive end
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Wrong Answer

In 2017, Harrison Smith led a Vikings defense that was one of the best in the league. The Vikings gave up fewer yards than any other team in the NFL.

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Joey Bosa
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Joey Bosa never disappointed in college. What position does he play in the NFL, though?
Defensive end
Guard
Center
Running back
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Wrong Answer

Joey Bosa was drafted with the third pick in the 2016 NFL draft. In his rookie season, he accumulated 41 tackles and 10.5 sacks, earning the Defensive Rookie of the Year award.

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Jared Goff
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A former number one overall pick, what position does Jared Goff play?
Tight end
Running back
Quarterback
Defensive tackle
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Wrong Answer

Many people thought Jared Goff was a bust after his rookie season where he played in only seven games. However, he exploded in his second season, throwing for over 3,800 yards and 28 touchdowns in the regular season.

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Josh Norman
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Josh Norman left the Panthers for more money. What position does he play?
Defensive end
Cornerback
Wide receiver
Tackle
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Wrong Answer

Seeking a pay day, Josh Norman left the Panthers in 2016 to join the Redskins. Since then, he has failed to live up to the five-year, $75 million contract he signed.

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Kareem Hunt
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Known for doing the dirty work, what position does Kareem Hunt play for the Chiefs​?
Tight end
Wide receiver
Safety
Running back
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Wrong Answer

Kareem Hunt was overlooked coming out of college and wasn't drafted until the third round of the NFL draft. However, in his rookie season, he led the league in rushing, putting up over 1,300 yards on the ground.

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Julio Jones
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After winning a National Championship at Alabama, Julio Jones went to the NFL. What position does he play?
Center
Linebacker
Wide receiver
Defensive tackle
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Wrong Answer

Julio Jones played three seasons at the University of Alabama. In his sophomore season, he helped the Crimson Tide win a National Championship.

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Drew Brees
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A multi-record holder, what position does Drew Brees play?
Running back
Safety
Cornerback
Quarterback
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Wrong Answer

Drew Brees became the NFL all-time passing yards leader in week 5 of the 2018 regular season. He accomplished the feat after throwing for 363 yards against the Redskins.

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Marshawn Lynch
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One of the most physical players in the league, what position does Marshawn Lynch play?
Running back
Safety
Tight end
Tackle
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Wrong Answer

Marshawn Lynch has been a bruising running back throughout his career. One of his greatest runs came in a playoff game at the end of the 2010-11 season where he ran through multiple defenders to score what would ultimately be the game-winning touchdown.

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Aaron Donald
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What position does Aaron Donald play for the Rams?
Linebacker
Defensive tackle
Cornerback
Guard
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Wrong Answer

Aaron Donald has anchored the Rams defense since he was drafted in 2014. Since joining the league, Donald has made the Pro Bowl every season.

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Travis Kelce
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A former college quarterback, what position does Travis Kelce play now?
Safety
Tight end
Cornerback
Linebacker
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Wrong Answer

After almost being kicked out of college, Travis Kelsey has turned both his life and his career around. Currently, he is one of the best tight ends in the NFL with stats to back it up.

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Luke Kuechly
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He's one of the most liked players on the Panthers. What position does Luke Kuechly play?
Center
Running back
Linebacker
Quarterback
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Wrong Answer

In his first season, Luke Kuechly was named the Defensive Rookie of the Year. He followed that up with a spectacular second season where he was named the NFL Defensive Player of the Year.

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Lane Johnson
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Drafted out of Oklahoma, what position does Lane Johnson play?
Tackle
Wide receiver
Defensive tackle
Linebacker
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Wrong Answer

Since being drafted in 2013, Lane Johnson has been a star tackle for the Philadelphia Eagles. He helped the team win its first Super Bowl in franchise history in 2017.

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AJ Green
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Drafted out of the University of Georgia, what position does A.J. Green play?
Cornerback
Defensive end
Center
Wide receiver
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Wrong Answer

With other stars having more success in the postseason, A.J. Green has been overlooked at the wide receiver position. However, he consistently performs year after year, putting up over 1,000 yards receiving every season except one.

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Adrian Peterson
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He's a future Hall of Famer​. What position does Adrian Peterson play?
Running back
Tight end
Quarterback
Safety
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Wrong Answer

Few players have rushed for over 2,000 yards in a season. Adrian Peterson is one of those players. He hit the mark in 2012 when he rushed for 2,097 yards.

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Earl Thomas
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Earl Thomas isn't afraid of contact. What position does he play?
Guard
Quarterback
Defensive end
Safety
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Wrong Answer

Earl Thomas was once part of the Legion of Boom in Seattle. The Legion of Boom was known for a hard-hitting defensive style which dominated opposing offenses.

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Patrick Mahomes
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He's one of the best young players in the league. What position does Patrick Mahomes II play?
Wide receiver
Quarterback
Linebacker
Cornerback
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Wrong Answer

In 2018, Patrick Mahomes II was given the starting position on the Chiefs offense. He took over for Alex Smith, who was traded to the Redskins. He's a joy to watch, throwing left-handed passes and generally making defensive coordinators contemplate a career change.

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Christian McCaffrey
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Drafted in the early part of the first round, what position does Christian McCaffrey play for the Panthers?
Tight end
Center
Running back
Linebacker
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Wrong Answer

Christian McCaffrey is a dual-threat running back. In his rookie season, McCaffrey had more receiving yards than rushing yards despite playing the running back position.

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Baker Mayfield
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The number one draft pick in 2018, what position does Baker Mayfield play?
Guard
Quarterback
Cornerback
Safety
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Baker Mayfield had a controversial college career where he was known for trash talking opposing teams. However, he did lead Oklahoma to the College Football Playoff while also winning the Heisman Trophy in 2017.

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DeAndre Hopkins
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DeAndre Hopkins is still a young player, but one of the best at his position. Where does he play?
Defensive tackle
Quarterback
Center
Wide receiver
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Wrong Answer

In 2017, DeAndre Hopkins was the NFL receiving yards leader. He caught 96 passes for 1,378 yards.

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Chris Long
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He won a Super Bowl before changing teams. What position does Chris Long play for the Eagles?
Quarterback
Wide receiver
Defensive end
Tight end
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Wrong Answer

Chris Long was in a unique position in 2016 and 2017. He won back to back Super Bowls but with two different teams.

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Aaron Rodgers
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A two-time NFL MVP, what position does Aaron Rodgers play?
Quarterback
Guard
Running back
Tight end
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Wrong Answer

No one could deny Aaron Rodgers' talent when he entered the league in 2005. That's why he beat out Hall of Famer Brett Favre in 2008 for the starting quarterback position in Green Bay.

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Alvin Kamara
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He's helped the Saints reposition themselves into Super Bowl contention. What position does Alvin Kamara play?
Linebacker
Cornerback
Quarterback
Running back
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

In 2017, as a rookie, Alvin Kamara helped the Saints reach the playoffs after rushing for 728 yards and catching passes for 826 yards. His efforts earned him the AP NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year award.

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Von Miller
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A former Super Bowl MVP, what position does Von Miller play for the Broncos?
Linebacker
Tight end
Running back
Wide receiver
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Wrong Answer

Von Miller has proven he's one of the best pass rushers in the league. That was made even more evident in 2015 when he won the Super Bowl MVP after racking up 2.5 sacks and two forced fumbles.

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Cam Newton
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A former Heisman Trophy winner, what position does Cam Newton play?
Running back
Quarterback
Safety
Cornerback
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Cam Newton was named the NFL MVP in 2015. He also led his team to the Super Bowl, but they lost to the Denver Broncos.

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Alex Mack
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Taken in the 2009 NFL draft, what position does Alex Mack play?
Linebacker
Wide receiver
Tight end
Center
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Wrong Answer

A former first-round draft pick, Alex Mack has been selected to five Pro Bowls. From 2015 to 2017, he was selected to three straight Pro Bowls.

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Ndamukong Sue
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He's known as a dirty player but also one of the best at his position. Where does Ndamukong Sue play for the Rams?
Defensive​ tackle
Safety
Guard
TIght end
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Wrong Answer

Though the Heisman Trophy is traditionally given to an offensive player, Ndamukong Sue was selected as a finalist in 2009. He finished fourth in the Heisman voting that year.

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Jay Ajayi
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Drafted out of Boise State, what position does Jay Ajayi play?
Quarterback
Running back
Defensive​ end
Cornerback
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Jay Ajayi was traded from the Dolphins to the Eagles in the middle of the 2017 season. In 2018, he tore his ACL in the fifth week against the Vikings.

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Andy Dalton
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Still trying to assert himself as one of the best at his position, where does Andy Dalton play?
Wide receiver
Tight end
Quarterback
Linebacker
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Andy Dalton has thrown for over 3,000 yards every season he has been in the NFL. His highest total came in 2013 when he threw for 4,293 yards and 33 touchdowns.

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Vontaze Burfict
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He's constantly penalized for his on the field play. What position does Vontaze Burfict play for the Bengals?
Running back
Center
Guard
Linebacker
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Wrong Answer

Vantaze Burfict has been widely criticized for being a dirty player by opposing players and commentators. He has racked up over $4 million in fines over the course of his career.

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