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

Jaydon Blue takes advantage of Mafah fumble The backup running back role is up for grabs going into training camp, and Wednesday served as the first opportunity for the players behind Javonte Williams on the depth chart to make an impression. — Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 July 2026

Panthers running back Jonathan Brooks — whose back-to-back ACL injuries have limited him to nine NFL carries since being drafted out of Texas in 2024 — is up and running. — Tyler Estep, AJC.com, 29 July 2026

Later, Pickett tossed a rainbow down the field to running back Jonathon Brooks, who made an excellent two-handed catch with Thornton trailing him. — Charlotte Observer, 29 July 2026

Linebacker Drue Tranquill broke up a fade attempt to running back Kenneth Walker, leading to Mahomes amusingly calling for a flag from phantom officials. — Kansas City Star, 29 July 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