running back
noun
: a football back (such as a halfback or fullback) who carries the ball on running plays
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In recent days, Penn State lost several four-star commits including offensive tackle Marlen Bright, tight end Pierce Petersohn, and running back Messiah Mickens, who have all committed to Franklin and Virginia Tech.
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Michael Gallagher, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Nov. 2025
Sixth-year running back Malik Sherrod and redshirt senior receiver Chase Penry both ended the game with six receptions for 56 yards, while redshirt sophomore tight end Matt Wagner had a game-high 64 receiving yards on four catches.
—Idaho Statesman, 29 Nov. 2025
The Panthers then went on a spree, taking a 23-0 lead with 15- and 11-yard scores from running back G’Yrell Smith and a 33-yard touchdown reception by Lorenso Cruz.
—Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Nov. 2025
McDaniels can call short passes, misdirection plays or keep a running back or tight end in to block.
—Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 28 Nov. 2025
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Michael Gallagher, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Nov. 2025
Sixth-year running back Malik Sherrod and redshirt senior receiver Chase Penry both ended the game with six receptions for 56 yards, while redshirt sophomore tight end Matt Wagner had a game-high 64 receiving yards on four catches.
—Idaho Statesman, 29 Nov. 2025
The Panthers then went on a spree, taking a 23-0 lead with 15- and 11-yard scores from running back G’Yrell Smith and a 33-yard touchdown reception by Lorenso Cruz.
—Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Nov. 2025
McDaniels can call short passes, misdirection plays or keep a running back or tight end in to block.
—Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 28 Nov. 2025
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“Running back.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/running%20back. Accessed 1 Dec. 2025.
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