How many letters does the top answer for “a pass to a receiver downfield from the passer” have?

The most common answer is aerial (6 letters).

Crossword clue: a pass to a receiver downfield from the passer

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aerial 6 letters wn-def

a pass to a receiver downfield from the passer

a pass to a receiver upfield from the passer 60% similar → lateral