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How is a first down made and what advantage does it give the team that makes
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How is a first down made and what advantage does it give the team that makes it? A first down is made when the offensive team advances the ball at least 10 yards. After every first down the team get another series of 4 downs. ... The team can punt the ball to the opposing team or can attempt a field goal.

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