Gridiron figure is a term used to describe the various roles that people play in American football. The five solutions for this term are COACH (5 letters), REF (3 letters), yardage (7 letters), REFEREE (7 letters), and nose tackle (10 letters). A COACH is responsible for leading the team and making decisions on strategy and personnel. A REF is a short form of REFEREE, who is responsible for enforcing the rules of the game. Yardage is the total number of yards gained or lost by a team during a game. A REFEREE is an official who monitors the game and makes rulings on penalties and other matters. Finally, a nose tackle is a defensive player who lines up directly across from the center of the opposing team's offensive line.