running back
noun
: a football back (such as a halfback or fullback) who carries the ball on running plays
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The 26-year-old running back – along with other NFL stars – will teach fundamental skills training to campers.
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Dj Siddiqi, Forbes.com, 15 May 2025
Among the departures: first-round pick and two-time All-American running back Omarion Hampton, All-American guard Willie Lampkin and eight of the team’s top 10 tacklers.
—Grace Raynor, New York Times, 15 May 2025
Keep in mind what Johnson said in regard to the depth chart at Sam linebacker, running back, left tackle and other positions this spring.
—Brad Biggs, Chicago Tribune, 14 May 2025
The Baltimore Ravens made a massive move to secure the services of star running back Derrick Henry for two more years.
—James Brizuela, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 May 2025
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Dj Siddiqi, Forbes.com, 15 May 2025
Among the departures: first-round pick and two-time All-American running back Omarion Hampton, All-American guard Willie Lampkin and eight of the team’s top 10 tacklers.
—Grace Raynor, New York Times, 15 May 2025
Keep in mind what Johnson said in regard to the depth chart at Sam linebacker, running back, left tackle and other positions this spring.
—Brad Biggs, Chicago Tribune, 14 May 2025
The Baltimore Ravens made a massive move to secure the services of star running back Derrick Henry for two more years.
—James Brizuela, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 May 2025
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“Running back.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/running%20back. Accessed 28 May. 2025.
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