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[quote author=washingtonismoney link=topic=15402.msg167743#msg167743 date=1471373579]
Nice article on Harrison Phillips -- driven guy, clearly: http://www.sfgate.com/collegesports/arti...144780.php

What does it mean to be "chipped" in the way he described?
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A chip is a block usually executed by a RB or TE in the course of running a pattern; instead of fully engaging and trying to pancake the opponent, the RB/TE tries to knock the defender off balance before proceeding with his pattern. Sometimes the chipper contacts a defender who is already engaged with a lineman, which may result in a dangerous chop block, although that wasn't the case on the play that hurt Phillips.

[DC 86]

[quote author=washingtonismoney link=topic=15402.msg167743#msg167743 date=1471373579]
Nice article on Harrison Phillips -- driven guy, clearly: http://www.sfgate.com/collegesports/arti...144780.php

What does it mean to be "chipped" in the way he described?
[/quote]

A chip is a block usually executed by a RB or TE in the course of running a pattern; instead of fully engaging and trying to pancake the opponent, the RB/TE tries to knock the defender off balance before proceeding with his pattern. Sometimes the chipper contacts a defender who is already engaged with a lineman, which may result in a dangerous chop block, although that wasn't the case on the play that hurt Phillips.