A punt return occurs in American football when the receiving team catches a kicked ball from the opposing team's punter. The goal of the returner is to advance the ball as far as possible down the field, ideally scoring a touchdown. The returner must be aware of the coverage team, which is trying to tackle them. During a punt return, players on the receiving team often set up a blocking scheme to protect the returner. Successful returns can lead to favorable field position, giving the offense a better chance to score. Key players involved include the punter, returner, and blockers.