running back

noun

: a football back (such as a halfback or fullback) who carries the ball on running plays

Examples of running back in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

New offensive coordinator Gordon Sammis’ scheme is more run-oriented, and TCU returns maybe its most talented running back since Kendre Miller in 2022 in junior Jeremy Payne. — Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 July 2026

For the five-person Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2026, Hammond also was the sculptor for former San Francisco 49ers running back Roger Craig. — Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 14 July 2026

That was just months after the Michigan running back became the school’s first Heisman Trophy winner. — Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 13 July 2026

After offensive line, defensive backs, wide receivers and defensive line, the next-most interesting position group is running back, where Kansas City made its most intentional move of free agency. — Kansas City Star, 11 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1891, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for running back

• almanac
• camelback
• cardiac
• carryback
• cluniac
• diamondback
• lumberjack
• maniac
• paperback
• piggyback
• quarterback
• saddleback