quarterback sneak
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of quarterback sneak
First recorded in 1920–25
Example Sentences
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Plenty of teams have tried to emulate the Philadelphia Eagles’ controversial “Tush Push” quarterback sneak play.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 17, 2025
It is a variant on the long-standing quarterback sneak play, which many teams have used in the sport's history when needing only a small gain.
From BBC ● Dec. 6, 2023
Shanahan said he was uncertain when Purdy took the hit that led to the concussion, but said it might have happened on a quarterback sneak attempt midway through the fourth quarter.
From Seattle Times ● Oct. 25, 2023
You know how it works by now — it’s basically a quarterback sneak with a little boost from behind.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 23, 2023
When Hurts takes the snap, the offensive line surges forward and Hurts gets a big push from behind for a super-powered quarterback sneak.
From Washington Times ● Oct. 12, 2023
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