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strip sack
STRIP SAK · noun · slang
A sack that also forces a fumble.
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A sack in which the defender knocks the ball loose from the quarterback, forcing a fumble.
“He came off the edge for a strip sack and the recovery set up a score.”
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strip sack In A Sentence
He came off the edge for a strip sack and the recovery set up a score.
Origin & Usage
American football slang combining 'strip' (of the ball) and 'sack.'
People Also Ask
What is a strip sack in football?
It's a sack where the defender also knocks the ball loose from the quarterback, forcing a fumble. If the defense recovers it, they take over possession.
Does a strip sack count as a sack?
Yes. The defender is credited with a sack for tackling the QB behind the line, plus a forced fumble for jarring the ball loose.
Why are strip sacks so valuable?
They combine lost yardage with a turnover chance, so a single play can swing possession and field position at once.
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