running back
noun
: a football back (such as a halfback or fullback) who carries the ball on running plays
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Nickel corner Keionte Scott forced a fumble against Louisville running back Isaac Brown that safety Zechariah Poyser recovered and returned to the 12-yard line.
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Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 18 Oct. 2025
Adding a running back at the right price wouldn't be a bad idea, but choosing to target that position over defense is just a head-scratching proposition.
—James Brizuela, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Oct. 2025
Williams, a linebacker and complementary running back, was one of The Tennessean's top defensive players at the TSSAA football midseason for a reason.
—Tyler Palmateer, Nashville Tennessean, 18 Oct. 2025
At the same time, Freeze’s offense has failed to establish a consistent rushing attack despite junior running back Jeremiah Cobb’s breakout campaign.
—Zach Sweet, Kansas City Star, 17 Oct. 2025
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Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 18 Oct. 2025
Adding a running back at the right price wouldn't be a bad idea, but choosing to target that position over defense is just a head-scratching proposition.
—James Brizuela, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Oct. 2025
Williams, a linebacker and complementary running back, was one of The Tennessean's top defensive players at the TSSAA football midseason for a reason.
—Tyler Palmateer, Nashville Tennessean, 18 Oct. 2025
At the same time, Freeze’s offense has failed to establish a consistent rushing attack despite junior running back Jeremiah Cobb’s breakout campaign.
—Zach Sweet, Kansas City Star, 17 Oct. 2025
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“Running back.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/running%20back. Accessed 20 Oct. 2025.
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