carry the ball

phrase

: to perform or assume the chief role : bear the major portion of work or responsibility

No one else is available to make the arrangements, so it's up to you to carry the ball.

Examples of carry the ball in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

But the lack of explosive plays is something West and Jackson — the Buckeyes’ only returning running backs who carried the ball last year — took to heart. — Cameron Teague Robinson, New York Times, 20 Aug. 2026

But on Thursday, Harris carried the ball first with the third-string offense, taking a handoff from quarterback Brandon Allen. — Pat Leonard, New York Daily News, 20 Aug. 2026

Calhoun is also expecting seniors Jamar Buckner and Tyree Howard to carry the ball. — Chris Hays, The Orlando Sentinel, 18 Aug. 2026

Haskins carried the ball five times for 15 yards, and Hasty had 11 yards on five carries. — Doug Kyed, Boston Herald, 14 Aug. 2026

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