rusher

noun

rush·​er ˈrə-shər 

: one that rushes

especially : ballcarrier

Examples of rusher in a Sentence

He was the team's leading rusher last year.

Recent Examples on the Web

Those three players are separating themselves as pass rushers. — Austin Meek, New York Times, 14 Sep. 2026

Judging by the recent production of edge rushers selected in the top five, Bailey could reasonably be expected to finish with seven or eight sacks this season. — Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 11 Sep. 2026

Please report eligible rushers (minimum 250 yards), passers (400 yards) and receivers (200 yards) by replying to this email or clicking here. — Ajc Sports, AJC.com, 10 Sep. 2026

Aaron Donald, one of the fiercest pass rushers in NFL history, is coming out of retirement to rejoin the Rams in hopes of winning another Super Bowl title. — Los Angeles Times, 6 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1618, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for rusher

• crusher
• gusher
• usher