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offense

[uh-fens, aw-fens, of-ens] / əˈfɛns, ˈɔ fɛns, ˈɒf ɛns /




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But getting started as early as possible with Griese makes sense—especially given the jarring difference between the offense the Raiders are expected to run and the one Mendoza knew so well in Bloomington.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 23, 2026

Kubiak runs a version of the West Coast offense that relies heavily on under-center snaps.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 23, 2026

Fernando Mendoza, the expected No. 1 NFL draft pick, is proactively learning the Las Vegas Raiders’ offense.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 23, 2026

Chicago Bears: Zion Young, Edge, Missouri — Lots of talent on offense, but the Bears need to do everything they can to fortify their defense.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026

It is his first offense, Uncle Tim says.

From "A Step from Heaven" by An Na




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