passing game

noun

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

Examples of passing game in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Having served as the wide receivers coach and passing game coordinator at Washington for Odunze’s final two college seasons, Shephard is well aware of Odunze’s big-play ability and strive-big mentality. Chicago Tribune, 22 June 2024 Payton said McLaughlin has been determined to expand his opportunities in the passing game — approaching the head coach multiple times for film cut-ups to examine certain routes. Ryan McFadden, The Denver Post, 21 June 2024 While the Panthers need more from the passing game to go along with Johnson’s playmaking ability, his dependability could be a major blessing for Young, who noticeably struggled with his 2023 supporting cast as a rookie. Mike Kaye, Charlotte Observer, 17 June 2024 Folks who attempted to sell progress in the passing game last summer were wishcasting. Brad Biggs, Chicago Tribune, 12 June 2024 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 4 Jul. 2024.

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