PsychologyAugust 8, 2026

scheming

SKEE-ming

Definition

The act of strategically planning or organizing athletic plays, tactics, or formations for a sports team.

Etymology

Derived from the Greek word 'skhēma,' meaning 'form' or 'figure,' which evolved through Latin and French to mean a plan or a project, often implying a secret or underhanded intent.

In the news

In the context of the NFL, scheming refers to the tactical preparation coaches perform to design offensive or defensive strategies. It matters here because Malik Willis emphasizes the professional business nature of adapting to these complex tactical systems.

Malik Willis tells Miami Dolphins teammates 'this is a business'

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