Etymology
Origin of passer
Example Sentences
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Constantly under duress from a pass rush that met little resistance from his offensive line, Iamaleava was his team’s leading passer and rusher despite being sacked 27 times.
From Los Angeles Times
And in College Station, Texas, Miami intercepted Texas A&M passer Marcel Reed with less than a minute remaining, to short-circuit what looked like a game-tying touchdown drive.
It avoided a potential nightmare scenario for quarterback Trinidad Chambliss, a Division II transfer who broke out as one of the most prolific passers in the SEC with Kiffin and Weis calling the plays.
Some prognosticators viewed Maiava as one of the better potential quarterback prospects in a draft especially thin on passers.
From Los Angeles Times
Even if that schedule proves possible, it could take additional time for him to return to full strength—which is especially important for a passer who thrives on making plays with his legs.
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