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

A week after the Chiefs made life hell for Broncos quarterback Bo Nix, Jones was prepared for every blitz, and the Chiefs couldn’t pressure him with just four rushers. — Sam McDowell, Kansas City Star, 21 Sep. 2026

Senior edge rushers Koron Hayward and Paul Oyewae produced sacks on back-to-back plays to force a punt. — Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 Sep. 2026

The Miami Dolphins have activated the most experienced, and most inexperienced pass rushers on the roster to address the absence of Chop Robinson for Sunday’s game against the San Francisco 49ers. — Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 20 Sep. 2026

Anthony Ivey had seven catches for 150 yards, and Jabari Bates led all rushers with 94 yards on 19 carries. — ABC News, 20 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1618, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for rusher

• crusher
• gusher
• usher