Passing pocket
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passing-pocket-287-5900173
title:
Passing pocket
text:
The passing pocket, or the pocket, is a term used in American football to describe the area in the backfield created on a passing play where the offensive line forms a wall of protection around the quarterback. This allows him adequate time to find an open receiver and to pass the ball. The offensive line will drop back slightly, creating a U-shaped protected area for the quarterback to find an open receiver and pass the ball. If the quarterback is unable to find an open receiver, he will attemp
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wiki
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encyclopedia
description:
American football term
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Passing_pocket
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date modified:
2023-05-17T22:05:55Z
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