释义 |
tackle box noun[ Cusually singular ] uk /ˈtæk.əl ˌbɒks/ us /ˈtæk.əl ˌbɑːks/ in American football, the space behind the two offensive tackles where the quarterback stands when a play(= period of action) begins: the tackle boxHe's a versatile quarterback who can run fast and create plays outside of the tackle box. The quarterback got good blocks from his offensive line, which allowed him to remain in the tackle box and look for an open receiver. Synonym
pocket The pressure from the defence forced the quarterback to move outside the tackle box. Certain blocks are allowed only within the confines of the tackle box. SMART Vocabulary: related words and phrases American football attempt audibilize back judge blitz blocker bootleg dime flare flea-flicker formation forward pass forward progress free play play clock point after pulling blocker pump-fake punt return specialist turnover |