passing game

noun

sports
: ability to pass the ball
The football team needs to improve its passing game.

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In the passing game, the field was a lot more competitive. Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 7 Aug. 2025 But Jackson’s absence could still possibly slow progress in the passing game from the standpoint of communication in pass protection. Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 3 Aug. 2025 The 6-foot-3 tight end featured heavily in the passing game, but also prided himself on his downfield blocking, especially helping Jeanty move the chains or break off long touchdown runs. Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 2 Aug. 2025 Despite their familiarity, Young and McMillan are still working on their timing in the passing game, evidenced by a couple of plays Friday. Joseph Person, New York Times, 1 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for passing game

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“Passing game.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/passing%20game. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.

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