Kobayakawa Sena is a little guy who always get picked on by the bullies in school. Since elementary school he always play the role of the 'errand boy' to the extent that he has become swift and fast in his movements. Coincidentally Hiruma Youichi and Kurita Ryukan are looking for a fast running back for their American Football team (Amefuto) and want to put Sena in the team. To hide their new 'star' player from the eyes of other High Schools Hiruma encases Sena in a Amefuto helmet with a dark visor and name him Eyeshield #21.