pass rush

noun

Football.

1. an attempt by the defense to prevent the quarterback from throwing successfully to a receiver.

Other Word Forms

• pass rusher noun
• pass rushing noun

Example Sentences

Backup quarterback Mac Jones carved up the defense with quick passes that staved off the pass rush and challenged linebackers and defensive backs.

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“I expect him to be a really good player who gets the run and a really good player who gets the pass, and super excited about, you know, his pass rush ability,” defensive coordinator Jesse Minter said.

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The Trojans led the nation in sacks prior to their trip to Illinois, when their pass rush conspicuously disappeared.

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He had pass rush moves at his disposal and a first step that was lethal at his size.

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During one session, he watched Stewart offer pass rush suggestions to an eight-year NFL veteran … who actually took his advice.

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