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The Philadelphia Eagles have used their elite offensive line and powerful quarterback Jalen Hurts to nearly perfect the quarterback sneak over the last few seasons, designing a play that has become known as the "tush push" (or in Philly, the "brotherly shove").
NFL Owners Table Tush Push Decision for Another Month Dan Lyons 2025
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In general, the phrase “Tush Push” became popular when the Eagles started doing it. You’re right that it is essentially just shoving the ball carrier forward a yard or so, usually on 4th & 1.
What Is the Tush Push and Why Do People Say It Doesn't Work joshuaksreeff13 2025
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In a tush push play, the team whose offense has possession of the ball crowds behind the quarterback to literally push him, with the ball, through the opposing team’s defense.
What does tush push mean? What about pick 6? That and other football slang meanings Lianna Norman 2023
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