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Three-And-Out

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What Is The Definition Of Three-And-Out In Football?

What Is A Three-And-Out In Football? Definition & Meaning

1. This is a situation where the offensive team starts a drive, executes three consecutive plays and fails to get a first down, therefore being forced to punt the ball on fourth down.

Examples Of How Three-And-Out Is Used In Commentary

1. And with that incompletion, the team goes three-and-out and is forced to punt the ball for the third time this half.

Sport The Term Is Used

1. Football

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1. 3 And Out