Outrageously Funny Word Dictionary :: Takedowns

👉 Takedown in American football refers to a situation where an opposing team, often a defensive player or linebacker, attempts to block a play by a quarterback and disrupt it. This may happen when the opposing team's defense is not able to properly cover the quarterback or when there are other players blocking the quarterback that could prevent the play from going through. The term "takedown" is used to describe the act of an opposing player attempting to stop a play, which can result in a penalty for the opposing

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