quarterback
/ˈkwɔːtəbak/noun
Elementary
1
An offensive back whose primary job is to pass the ball in a play.
2
An offensive back who receives the snap (hike) and then blocks the defense from crossing the line of scrimmage; a blocking back.
3
A position just behind the forwards, or one who plays this position.
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