Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

screen-pass

noun

/skriːn pæs/

Definition

A screen pass is a type of passing play in football that is designed to divert the defense’s attention away from the player who is about to receive the ball.

Examples

The quarterback executed a perfect screen pass that led to a touchdown.
During the game, the team effectively used a screen pass to exploit the opposing defense’s aggressiveness.
He caught the screen pass and raced down the sideline for a significant gain.

Meaning

The term describes a play where the quarterback throws the ball to a receiver, who is behind the line of scrimmage, with the intention of allowing offensive linemen to set up a screen to block defenders.