Lateral (Noun)
Meaning
A pass to a receiver upfield from the passer.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The quarterback launched the lateral pass to his teammate on the left flank, who then sprinted for a touchdown.
- A key aspect of this trick play was the lateral to the receiver who then passed the ball downfield to open teammates.
- This unique lateral passing system has become a staple of the offense, catching defenses off guard season after season.
- On the trick play, the quarterback quickly threw the lateral to his running back, who turned the corner and sprinted downfield.
- The fullback's reception of the lateral pass from the quarterback was perfectly timed for him to hand the ball off to the speedy receiver streaking past him.