cornerback
noun
cor·ner·back
ˈkȯr-nər-ˌbak 
: a defensive halfback in football who defends the flank
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The Knights were in a spot after losing two cornerbacks coaches this offseason.
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Matt Murschel, The Orlando Sentinel, 18 Apr. 2026
As the roster stands ahead of the draft, the Chiefs’ projected starting cornerbacks are Kristian Fulton and Nohl Williams.
—Pete Sweeney, Kansas City Star, 17 Apr. 2026
The Dolphins are expected to take a cornerback, edge rusher or offensive lineman with their top pick in next week’s first round.
—Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 17 Apr. 2026
Along with losing four of its starting five defensive backs from last season, the program saw the departure of its cornerbacks and safeties coaches.
—Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 17 Apr. 2026
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Matt Murschel, The Orlando Sentinel, 18 Apr. 2026
As the roster stands ahead of the draft, the Chiefs’ projected starting cornerbacks are Kristian Fulton and Nohl Williams.
—Pete Sweeney, Kansas City Star, 17 Apr. 2026
The Dolphins are expected to take a cornerback, edge rusher or offensive lineman with their top pick in next week’s first round.
—Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 17 Apr. 2026
Along with losing four of its starting five defensive backs from last season, the program saw the departure of its cornerbacks and safeties coaches.
—Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 17 Apr. 2026
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“Cornerback.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cornerback. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026.
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