Definition

1. Noun:
   • The football player who directs the offensive play: In American football, the "signal caller" is the offensive player, typically positioned in the backfield, who calls the signals, receives the snap from the center, and directs the team's play on the field.
   • The quarterback position: The term is synonymous with the quarterback, referring to both the player and the specific role or position on the team.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The coach is looking for a new signal caller to lead the offense.
  • As the team's signal caller, her decisions determine the success of each play.

Advanced Usage

• "To be the signal caller": To hold the role or responsibility of the quarterback.
  • After years as a backup, he is finally ready to be the signal caller.

Variants and Related Words

• Quarterback (n): The direct synonym for "signal caller"; the player who directs the offensive team.
  • The quarterback called an audible at the line of scrimmage.
• Field general (n): An informal term for a quarterback who demonstrates exceptional leadership and strategic command on the field.

Synonyms

• Quarterback: The player who directs the team's offensive plays.
• QB (abbreviation): A common shortened form of "quarterback".

Related Phrases

• Call the signals: To verbally communicate the chosen play to the offensive team before the snap.
  • The veteran signal caller calmly called the signals despite the crowd noise.
• Run the offense: To be in charge of directing the offensive unit's plays and strategies.
  • A good signal caller must be able to run the offense efficiently.

Noun

1. (American football) the position of the football player in the backfield who directs the offensive play of his team
   • quarterback is the most important position on the team
2. (football) the person who plays quarterback