In football, pass protection refers to the offensive line’s primary duty: shielding the quarterback from defensive rushers to allow time for a pass. Used on nearly every throwing play, it involves coordinated blocking and blitz pickups. Quarterbacks, wide receivers, and offensive coordinators benefit most, as effective protection enables deep passes, prevents sacks, and sustains drives.
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