scout team

Simulates opposing players

A scout team is a group of players in American football who simulate the upcoming opponent's plays during practice.

They run the other team's formations and schemes so the starting players can prepare for what they'll face in the game: He spent his freshman year on the scout team before earning playing time.

The term extends to similar practice squads in other sports.

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