play action
Feigned handoff maneuver
Play action is a football play where the quarterback fakes a handoff to a running back before attempting a pass.
The deception freezes defenders who expect a run, creating opportunities downfield: He sold the play action perfectly and hit the tight end for thirty yards.
Also called play-action pass.
- fake handoffSimulated exchange of ball
- running backLocomoting to prior location
- ball carrierPlayer with the football
- quarterbackPassing position in football
- under centerDirect snap alignment
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