Special Teams
What is Kickoff in college football?
In college football, Kickoff means: A free kick used to start each half and restart play after scoring plays. It is used to describe special teams context in college football.
Quick Answer
In college football, Kickoff means: A free kick used to start each half and restart play after scoring plays. It is used to describe special teams context in college football.
Definition
A free kick used to start each half and restart play after scoring plays.
How CFB Track Uses It
CFBTrack uses Kickoff context to connect glossary definitions with the stats, schedules, teams, players, and rankings that use the term.
Related Glossary Terms
TouchbackA dead-ball result that places the ball at a designated yard line.Kickoff ReturnA return attempt after receiving a kickoff.Onside KickA short kickoff designed to give the kicking team a chance to recover the ball.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