playmaking
Americannoun
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And although he turned the ball over too often, Darnold also demonstrated the rare type of playmaking ability that had made him one of the most sought-after prospects in the first place.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 29, 2026
The Texans' defence is legit and can win them any game, but Drake Maye's mobility and playmaking is the perfect counter.
From BBC • Jan. 17, 2026
Inexperienced Tane Edmed took over the key playmaking role while Matt Faessler replaced Pollard, with 35-year-old playmaker James O'Connor released back to his club.
From Barron's • Nov. 22, 2025
They have a fearsome defensive front that enhances the secondary’s playmaking abilities.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 17, 2025
In the Spring of 1884 he delivered an address on the art of playmaking before the Cercle Artistique et Littéraire of Brussels.
From How to Write a Play Letters from Augier, Banville, Dennery, Dumas, Gondinet, Labiche, Legouvé, Pailleron, Sardou, Zola by Matthews, Brander
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