Quarterback

/ˈkwɔːrtərˌbæk/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The player on a football team who stands behind the center and directs the play, often throwing the ball to other players.

The quarterback led the team to victory with his exceptional passing skills.

A person who directs or organizes a particular activity or operation.

As the project manager, she acted as the quarterback, coordinating efforts across multiple teams.

verb

To play the position of quarterback in football.

He has been quarterbacking the team since his freshman year.

The term 'quarterback' originated from the football position, where the player is positioned a quarter of the way back from the line of scrimmage.

quarterback sneak

A play in which the quarterback runs with the ball after the snap.

quarterback rating

A statistic used to measure the performance of a quarterback.

backup quarterback

A player who is a reserve and not the starting quarterback.

offense

The team and players attempting to score points.

touchdown

A score in football worth six points.

field goal

A score worth three points in football.

To quarterback someone

To take control of a situation or lead a team.

Quarterbacking

The act of directing a project or group effort.