A punter (P) is a position in American and Canadian football. Punters are members of the special teams. Punts punt the ball away to the opposite team during a fourth (American) or Third (Canadian) down. The punter will sometimes do a fake punt and run or throw the ball. They can also fill in for a placekicker.
| Positions in American football and Canadian football |
| Offense |
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Defense |
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Special teams |
| Linemen |
Guard, Tackle, Center |
Linemen |
Tackle, End, Nose tackle |
Kicking players |
Placekicker, Punter, Kickoff specialist |
| Quarterback |
Linebackers |
Snapping |
Long snapper, Holder |
| Backs |
Halfback, Fullback, H-back |
Backs |
Cornerback, Safety |
Returning |
Punt returner, Kick returner |
| Receivers |
Wide receiver, Tight end, Slotback |
Nickelback, Dimeback |
Tackling |
Gunner |
| Formations - Nomenclature |
