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free playWhat Is A Free Play In Football? Definition & Meaning On SportsLingo

What Is The Definition Of Free Play In Football?

1. A free play is a term used to describe when the defensive team jumps offside, therefore giving the offensive a chance to run any play that they’d prefer. It’s referred to as a “free play”, because the offense can run any play without the fear of committing a turnover because if even they do, the turnover will not be upheld and defensive offside would instead be called. Because of this, the offense will usually take a chance with a deep pass on a free play in an attempt for a large gain or touchdown.

Example Of How Free Play Is Used In Commentary

1. Rodgers gets the defensive end to jump too soon, and will go deep on the free play.

Sport The Term Is Used

1. Football

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