I am known for my speed, yet I don't sprint. I lead a team, but I never hint. With every match, my fame will grow, though I rarely take a bow. Who am I?
Category: Sports · Difficulty: expert
Hint: Think of the person who directs the play in American football.
Answer
A field general
Explanation
The riddle refers to a quarterback, who orchestrates plays without direct accolades.
This is a expert sports riddle — one of the harder riddles here. The answer is A field general.
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