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

Biggest concern on defense The run defense is a bit worrisome, but the big concern on defense has to be the edge rushers. — Chad Graff, New York Times, 9 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

On the defensive line, Armondo Blount and Marquise Lightfoot were the edge rushers with defensive tackles Justin Scott and Ahmad Moten Sr. — Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 5 Sep. 2026

Edge rushers Darris Smith and Daeden Hopkins didn’t record a sack but were active in their rush and affected the quarterback’s pocket. — Pj Green, Kansas City Star, 4 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1618, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for rusher

• crusher
• gusher
• usher