The phrase "offensive threat" refers to a person or thing that has the ability to cause harm or danger to others, particularly in a competitive or confrontational situation. Full definition
He is a great defender, a great offensive threat, and it certainly seems that he is a good locker room guy. (sbnation.com)
He's making smart defensive plays that don't show up in the box score, but are key for a team that is switching to contain elite offensive threats. (sbnation.com)
His teammates say he has been exactly what he was advertised to be, a franchise - type offensive threat. (si.com)