Draw a circle for the head
Add a small curved line for the jaw
Sketch the neck below the head
Draw the shoulders and upper torso
Add the arms bent at the elbows
Draw the hands in a running or holding pose
Sketch the waist and hips
Draw one leg forward and one leg back
Add the knees, calves, and feet
Draw the football helmet on the head
Add the face mask bars on the helmet
Sketch the jersey with sleeves and number
Draw the pants and pads
Add cleats on the feet
Include gloves if desired
Erase extra lines and refine the outline
Add facial details and uniform details
Shade or color the player