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 Meanwhile, running back Alvin Kamara has averaged 33 yards over the past two while limited by a hand injury. —

Ryan McFadden, The Denver Post, 16 Oct. 2024 Star running back Zach Rogozik, who set a school record with seven touchdowns against Canyon Country Canyon, has brother Josh playing on the JV team. —

Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 16 Oct. 2024 Fryer: Segerstrom senior running back/defensive back Noah Tagaloa. —

Michael Huntley, Orange County Register, 14 Oct. 2024 Currently, the team's record stands at 3-3, and several key players, including star running back Christian McCaffrey, whose wife is Olivia Culpo, are injured. —

Jordan Greene, People.com, 14 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for running back

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