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

Quarterback Daniel Jones threw two interceptions, running back Jonathan Taylor had a fumble, the special teams had a punt blocked for a touchdown, and the offense also had a turnover on downs for good measure. — Andrew Greif, NBC news, 19 Oct. 2026

DeMarco Murray becomes the first running back in NFL history to start a season with seven straight 100-yard games in a 31-21 win over the New York Giants. — Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 19 Oct. 2026

Daniels hit Robinson again for a 20-yard score in overtime, but Miami freshman running back Javian Mallory responded with his second score of the game to tie the score at 35. — Adam Lichtenstein, Sun Sentinel, 18 Oct. 2026

Tennessee running back DeSean Bishop rushed for 159 yards and two touchdowns as the Volunteers handed the Crimson Tide its second consecutive loss. — Chantz Martin Outkick, FOXNews.com, 18 Oct. 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