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pass rush

American

noun

Football.

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

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Like all teams they could explore bolstering the pass rush among other position groups.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 3, 2026

Last season, the Rams thought their young and talented pass rush could compensate for their decision not to stand pat with the cornerbacks and safeties from the 2024 season.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 1, 2026

Houston's pass rush has wreaked havoc this season, helping the Texans to a 12-5 record and a third straight play-off appearance.

From BBC • Jan. 12, 2026

The Hurricanes’ pass rush has papered over plenty of postseason errors and kept Miami in close games.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 11, 2026

As Mesidor and Bain have thudded their way through the first two rounds of the playoff, Miami’s pass rush has reduced some of college football’s most explosive offenses to little more than firecrackers.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 7, 2026

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