under center

English

Prepositional phrase

under center

1. (American football) Playing at the quarterback position.
   • 2014, Bill Barnwell, What’s Next for RG3? Breaking Down 10 Possible Destinations:

     Bill O’Brien’s quarterback preferences aren’t quite as clear, and the Texans don’t have an obvious solution under center, but he’s also exhibited an interest in big-armed mediocrities.

2. (American football) (Of the quarterback) initiating play from immediately behind the center.