AboutJason Webber Expertise I can answer most questions regarding the New England Patriots gameplay style, recent history (last ten years), roster questions, as well as other football knowledge. I know a great deal about penalties, different formations, and general history of the game, with a focus on the New England Patriots.
Experience I am a very devoted Patriots fan, and football is my favorite sport to watch. I know a great deal about the workings of football, on offense and defense.
Education/Credentials Graduated in the top 6% of my Engineering class at The Pennsylvania State University.
Expert: Jason Webber Date: 7/16/2008 Subject: rosters and special teams
Question The questions I'm asking below are not about the Patriots in particular but about today's NFL in general.
1) Is the maximum number of players on a NFL team roster 53 players, not including players on the reserve-injured list and practice squad players?
2) If the answer to question 1 above is "yes," then are all special teams players of a NFL team included in that NFL team's 53-player roster?
Answer 1) Yes. The maximum roster size is 53 players.
2) Anyone who is eligible to play in a game is on the 53-man roster. All special teams players are on the roster and are either starters or backups. Certain guys play primarily on special teams, falling into two general categories, a young player or a special teams pro (Larry Izzo for the Pats).
Feel free to shoot me a follow up if you have any more questions. Thanks!
