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| − | A | + | A '''sack''' is an event in [[American]] [[football]] whereby the defense tackles the opposing [[quarterback]] behind the line of scrimmage. In the 1980s it became one of the most exciting plays in the game, popularized by ''New York Jets''<nowiki>'</nowiki> lineman Mark Gastineau's celebrations after achieving one. |
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| + | A list of the all-time [[NFL]] sack leaders is available [http://espn.go.com/nfl/history/leaders/_/stat/sacks here]. | ||
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Revision as of 12:14, April 2, 2012
A sack is an event in American football whereby the defense tackles the opposing quarterback behind the line of scrimmage. In the 1980s it became one of the most exciting plays in the game, popularized by New York Jets' lineman Mark Gastineau's celebrations after achieving one.