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Special Teams
Coverage Team in College Football
In college football, Coverage Team means: The kicking team players responsible for limiting returns. It is used to describe special teams context in college football.
Definition
The kicking team players responsible for limiting returns.
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Related Glossary Terms
KickoffA free kick used to start each half and restart play after scoring plays.PuntA kick used to give the ball to the opponent while trying to improve field position.Return TeamThe receiving team players responsible for catching and returning kicks or punts.Average Starting Field PositionThe average yard line where a team's drives begin.Blocked KickA field goal, PAT, or kickoff attempt deflected by the defense.Blocked PuntA punt deflected or stopped by the receiving team before it travels normally.
Last reviewed 2026-04-24