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"About Football Glossary - Controlling the Clock"

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Definition: Keeping possession of the football for long periods of time, giving the other team's offense less time to operate with the ball.
Examples: Controlling the clock also helps a team's defense by allowing them to rest for longer periods before having to go back out on the field.
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