Definitions for "Special teams"
In some events of the game, such as kicking a field goal or returning a kick off, a special lineup of players is used. This lineup is called "special teams". Erikoisjoukkueet (Pinomaa)
Players on the kickoff, kickoff return, punt, and punt return units.
A special group, or "platoon", of players specializing in one particular maneuver, such as punts or kick-offs. When the maneuver is about to be done, the coach willsubstitute the special team. Special teams give their all to their specialties and consequently suffer higher injury rates than the rest of the team. That's why they are also called bomb squads or suicide squads.