Jocks’ counterparts, stereotypically NYT Crossword Clue

Dealing with a tricky clue in the New York Times Mini Crossword for August 8, 2025? You’re in the right place. The clue “Jocks’ counterparts, stereotypically” can be a bit challenging, but with a small hint, you can solve it yourself.

Hint for Today’s Mini Puzzle: The ones more likely to ace the math test than win the game.

In classic high school stereotypes, “jocks” are the athletic, sports focused students, while their social opposites are “nerds,” who are portrayed as academically inclined or socially awkward. The clue plays on this well-known binary.

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