backfield

noun

back·​field ˈbak-ˌfēld 

: the football players whose positions are behind the line of scrimmage

also : the positions themselves

Examples of backfield in a Sentence

a tackle made in the backfield

The team has a strong backfield.

Recent Examples on the Web

But the Huskers must find a way for three or four in the backfield to match — or exceed — his production. — Mitch Sherman, New York Times, 30 July 2026

Willis was sacked, rookie linebacker Jacob Rodriguez was among the others in the backfield. — Tyler M. Carmona, Miami Herald, 30 July 2026

With Emanuel Wilson gone, Lloyd's performance is vital for Green Bay's backfield depth. — Rob Reischel, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026

Young was running around the backfield, eluding pass rushers, keeping his eyes downfield. — Alex Zietlow july 28, Charlotte Observer, 28 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1897, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for backfield

• afield
• airfield
• annealed
• appealed
• brownfield
• coalfield
• concealed
• congealed
• cornfield
• downfield
• goldfield
• hayfield

Kids Definition

backfield

noun

back·​field -ˌfēld 

: the football players who line up behind the line of scrimmage