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pass rusher

American  
[pas ruhsh-er] / ˈpæs ˈrʌʃ ər /

noun

  1. Football. a defensive player who makes a pass rush.


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The Rams acquired Browns star Myles Garrett in a blockbuster trade, sending pass rusher Jared Verse and three draft picks to Cleveland.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 3, 2026

Coming out of Texas A&M, Garrett possessed a rare combination of strength and speed that made him a lethal pass rusher.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 2, 2026

A star pass rusher or another top pass catcher being two options, but instead the Rams used that selection on a player who in all probability will not see the field at all in 2026.

From BBC Apr. 27, 2026

The Jets are behind in their transition but pass rusher David Bailey, tight end Kenyon Sadiq and receiver Omar Cooper all add star talent as first-round picks.

From BBC Apr. 27, 2026

Arizona Cardinals: David Bailey, Edge, Texas Tech — Amid rumblings that Cardinals might take a running back, they grab a pass rusher instead.

From Los Angeles Times Apr. 22, 2026

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