noun
General Slang
quarterback sneak
KWOR-ter-back SNEEK · noun · informal
A short QB run straight ahead behind the line.
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A play in which the quarterback takes the snap and lunges directly forward behind his linemen for a very short gain, usually on third or fourth and inches.
“On fourth and one, they trusted the quarterback sneak and picked it up.”
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quarterback sneak In A Sentence
On fourth and one, they trusted the quarterback sneak and picked it up.
Origin & Usage
American football; the QB 'sneaks' the ball forward before the defense reacts.
Variants
QB sneak
People Also Ask
What is a quarterback sneak?
It's a short-yardage play where the quarterback takes the snap and immediately lunges forward behind his linemen to gain a yard or less.
When do teams run a QB sneak?
Usually on third or fourth down with inches to go, when the offense just needs a very short gain for a first down or touchdown.
Why is the QB sneak so effective?
The quarterback gets the ball moving forward instantly behind his blockers, giving the defense little time to react before the push.
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