Outrageously Funny Word Dictionary :: Countercheer

👉 Countercheer is a phrase used in football, particularly American football, that refers to a player who takes a shot at their opponent's tackle or attempt to score. This action often precedes the play and involves an offensive lineman standing between the defender and the opposing team's quarterback. The term "countercheer" comes from the fact that it is typically done when the player is attempting to stop a pass, which may be in a running back's hands.

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