offensive lines
Quarterback's protective wall
Offensive lines are the group of players in American football responsible for protecting the quarterback and creating running lanes for ball carriers.
Typically consisting of five players—a center, two guards, and two tackles—the offensive line forms a wall at the line of scrimmage.
The term emphasizes their collective function rather than individual roles: Their offensive line dominated all season.
In plural form, it may refer to multiple teams' units or different lineup configurations.
- linemenFootball's front-row players
- centerMiddle of anything
- guardWatchful defensive attention
- quarterbackPassing position in football
- tackleGear or takedown
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Protective military formations
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