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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’s a version of a quarterback sneak, with the offensive line bunched up in front of the signal-caller and a pair of players directly behind him.

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 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

Florida faked a quarterback sneak and snapped the ball through Graham Mertz’s legs to running back Trevor Etienne.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 28, 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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