lay it on the line
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“You can see how they play. They’re playing for their teammates. They’re playing for God. I don’t see many linemen getting their hands on him very often. The brothers are very similar. They lay it on the line. He’s going to put his body on the line to represent his family and team.”
From Los Angeles Times
“The whole team was ready to lay it on the line today,” coach Lincoln Riley said.
From Los Angeles Times
“But if you’re upset, come into my office and lay it on the line. Once they’ve said your piece, I ask, ‘Is it out?
From Los Angeles Times
“You lay it on the line and see where the chips fall. … You want no regrets.”
From Seattle Times
As long as I lay it on the line and exceed my own personal expectations, I’m OK.”
From Los Angeles Times
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