Here are ten suggestions for renaming American football to better describe how it’s played:

1. Handball Rugby – Emphasizing the heavy use of hands and the rugby-like gameplay.
2. Gridiron Smash – Highlighting the gridiron field and the physical collisions.
3. Tackleball – Focusing on the central role of tackling in the game.
4. Pass and Dash – Describing the frequent passing and running plays.
5. Endzone Clash – Referring to the importance of reaching the end zone in scoring.
6. Helmet Ball – Referring to the distinctive protective gear worn during the game.
7. Run Pass Hit – Combining the primary actions into one catchy name.
8. Catch & Crash – Humorous take on the frequent catching followed by hard tackles.
9. Throwball Fumblefest – A humorous nod to the sometimes unpredictable nature of the game.
10. Turf War – Describing the strategic battle on the field.