lineman

noun

line·man ˈlīn-mən

: one who sets up or repairs electric wire communication or power lines

called also linesman

: a player in the forward line of a team

specifically : a football player in the line

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web Before that 27-17 win, Chiefs defensive lineman Chris Jones spoke to Jaguars senior defensive assistant (and former Chiefs defensive coordinator) Bob Sutton. —

Jeff Fedotin, Forbes, 21 Jan. 2023 Offensive lineman Avery Jones became the sixth signee in the last five days with his announcement on Tuesday afternoon. —

Nick Alvarez | Nalvarez@al.com, al, 10 Jan. 2023 On his first sack, Paschal powered through Bears offensive lineman Braxton Jones, a fifth-round pick in 2022, before wrapping up Fields. —

Evan Petzold, Detroit Free Press, 3 Jan. 2023 Ohio State offensive lineman Matthew Jones has spent a good portion of the season dealing with an injury that has, at times, forced him to leave games for short stints. —

Stephen Means, cleveland, 27 Dec. 2022 Defensive lineman Justin Jones has been impressed with how Brisker goes about his business. —

Colleen Kane, Chicago Tribune, 8 Dec. 2022 Like most of his teammates, Arizona Cardinals offensive lineman Josh Jones used the off week to get a little time away. —

Bob Mcmanaman, The Arizona Republic, 6 Dec. 2022 Offensive lineman Steven Jones also returned after missing eight games with a foot injury. —

oregonlive, 21 Nov. 2022 Like defensive lineman Dre'Mont Jones, who was named the AFC Defensive Player of the Week. —

Victoria Hernandez, USA TODAY, 3 Nov. 2022 See More

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