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About Footbll Glossary - Power Sweep

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Definition: A running play in which two or more offensive linemen pull out of their stances and run toward the outside of the line of scrimmage, leading the running back who receives a handoff or pitch from the quarterback.
Also Known As: sweep
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To run a successful power sweep, a team must have guards with agility and the speed to get outside the line.
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