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quarterback sneak

American

noun

Football.

a play in which the quarterback charges into the middle of the line, usually immediately after receiving the ball from the center.

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

I know Sam Farmer did not write the headline claiming the Rams were “robbed” because of the admittedly generous spot after the fourth-down quarterback sneak.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 28, 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

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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