Kinematics - Science of NFL Football

The video tutorial explains how NFL running backs utilize kinematics, focusing on position, velocity, and acceleration. It highlights the importance of these concepts in football, using examples like Deuce McAllister's 40-yard dash to illustrate speed and acceleration. The tutorial emphasizes how mastering these kinematic principles can enhance a running back's performance on the field.

What are the three key concepts of kinematics that NFL running backs must excel in?

• Position, velocity, and acceleration

• Coordination, power, and reaction time

• Speed, agility, and strength

• Endurance, flexibility, and balance

How does a running back's position on the field affect their play options?

• It determines the type of shoes they wear

• It changes the set of options for the direction they can run

• It affects the color of their uniform

• It influences the number of teammates on the field

What is used to measure a player's speed in the NFL?

• 100-meter sprint

• Vertical jump test

• Bench press

• 40-yard dash

How is velocity different from speed?

• Velocity includes direction, while speed does not

• Velocity is only used in swimming

• Velocity is measured in meters, speed in yards

• Velocity is always greater than speed

What does acceleration describe in the context of a running back's performance?

• The distance they can cover in a single jump

• How fast their speed is changing

• The number of tackles they can make

• The change in their weight over time

Why is acceleration considered a potent weapon for a running back?

• It increases their endurance

• It helps them reach top speed quickly

• It allows them to jump higher

• It improves their ability to tackle

What is the formula to calculate acceleration?

• Change in velocity divided by time

• Velocity minus distance

• Speed multiplied by time

• Distance divided by time