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

Leipold — in response to the injury news — has added former Kennesaw State running back Chase Belcher to the roster. — Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 28 Sep. 2026

If Hall misses time, Braelon Allen is expected to take over as the starting running back. — Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 28 Sep. 2026

Amir Morton, a junior running back who transferred from Sierra Canyon, is expected to provide immediate help for Crespi. — Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 28 Sep. 2026

Cowboys running back Tyler Goodson will make his team debut with Emari Demercado getting the clipboard today. — Jim Barnes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Sep. 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