quarterback

/ˈkwɔrtərˌbæk/
verb
  1. To direct or lead an activity, project, or team.
    • They asked me to quarterback the research project because of my experience.
    • She quarterbacked the school's fundraising event from start to finish.
    • He was chosen to quarterback the new product launch.
  2. To play the position of quarterback in American football.
    • He quarterbacked for his college team for four years.
    • She hopes to quarterback in the professional league someday.
    • The coach decided to let the rookie quarterback the next game.
noun
  1. The player in American football who directs the team's offense and throws passes.
    • He has been the starting quarterback for three seasons.
    • Our team's quarterback is known for his quick decisions under pressure.
    • The quarterback threw a perfect pass to the wide receiver for a touchdown.
  2. A person who leads or directs an activity or project.
    • She acted as the quarterback for the entire marketing campaign.
    • Every successful project needs a reliable quarterback to keep things on track.
    • He volunteered to be the quarterback of the neighborhood cleanup effort.