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Offense
Scramble in College Football
In college football, Scramble means: A quarterback run that happens after a passing play breaks down. It is used to describe offense context in college football.
Definition
A quarterback run that happens after a passing play breaks down.
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Related Glossary Terms
QuarterbackThe offensive player who usually takes the snap and directs the offense.DropbackA passing play where the quarterback drops back from the line of scrimmage before throwing or scrambling.Designed RunA play intentionally called as a run rather than a pass or scramble.11 PersonnelOne running back, one tight end, and three wide receivers.12 PersonnelOne running back, two tight ends, and two wide receivers.21 PersonnelTwo running backs, one tight end, and two wide receivers.
Last reviewed 2026-04-24