Group that protects the QB NYT Crossword Clue
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The most common and recent 5-letter answer for "Group that protects the QB" is OLINE.
The clue refers to the offensive line in American football, commonly abbreviated as 'O-line.' This group of players is responsible for protecting the quarterback (QB) from the opposing team's defense.
This clue was last seen in the NYT Crossword on December 27, 2025.
O-line is short for offensive line, a group of players in American football responsible for protecting the quarterback and blocking for runners.
N.F.L. group crouching before the snap, informally, Quarterback's protectors, for short, QB protectors, in football-speak, The center, guards and tackles on an N.F.L. team, for short, Gridiron guard's group, in brief
The answer to “Group that protects the QB” in the New York Times puzzle December 27 2025 is OLINE. Quite straight and simple! Complete your daily NYT Mini challenge with this solution.
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