passing game
noun
sports
: ability to pass the ball
The football team needs to improve its passing game.
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If Philadelphia’s struggling passing game (31st in passing yards per game) gets going, its odds could elevate even higher and push Buffalo for the top spot.
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Scott Phillips, New York Times, 30 Sep. 2025
While the Broncos’ passing game led them to victory, the typically reliable running back group was solid as well — 44 rushes for 152 yards — even though the average per rush was dragged down by a fumble that led to a 14-yard loss for Madsen.
—Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 28 Sep. 2025
The Patriots’ defense forced the Panthers’ passing game to stage a comeback (which failed), and Carolina’s running backs were limited to 15 carries in the second half.
—Mike Kaye
september 28, Charlotte Observer, 28 Sep. 2025
To start the second half, the Gophers’ used a quick-tempo passing game, and on the opening drive, Lindsey went 8 for 11 for 76 yards and a 9-yard touchdown to Smith to tie the game at 21-21.
—Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 28 Sep. 2025
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Scott Phillips, New York Times, 30 Sep. 2025
While the Broncos’ passing game led them to victory, the typically reliable running back group was solid as well — 44 rushes for 152 yards — even though the average per rush was dragged down by a fumble that led to a 14-yard loss for Madsen.
—Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 28 Sep. 2025
The Patriots’ defense forced the Panthers’ passing game to stage a comeback (which failed), and Carolina’s running backs were limited to 15 carries in the second half.
—Mike Kaye
september 28, Charlotte Observer, 28 Sep. 2025
To start the second half, the Gophers’ used a quick-tempo passing game, and on the opening drive, Lindsey went 8 for 11 for 76 yards and a 9-yard touchdown to Smith to tie the game at 21-21.
—Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 28 Sep. 2025
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“Passing game.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/passing%20game. Accessed 6 Oct. 2025.
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