passing game

noun

sports

: ability to pass the ball

The football team needs to improve its passing game.

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Although many speculated Johnson would aid Baltimore in the passing game, his production never transpired. —

Gord Magill, Newsweek, 21 Dec. 2024 The Bears offense continued to look stagnant, particularly in the passing game, while the Vikings’ offensive stars — led by Aaron Jones’ 106 total yards and fifth rushing touchdown — did much of the heavy lifting on a night when Darnold didn’t quite have his A-game. —

The Athletic Nfl Staff, The Athletic, 17 Dec. 2024 Without him, Vanney is likely to get his defenders more involved in the passing game while taking few risks in the midfield. —

Kevin Baxter, Orlando Sentinel, 7 Dec. 2024 Rich Gannon ties an NFL record with his ninth 300-yard passing game of the season. —

Houston Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 2 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for passing game