rushing

noun rush·ing \ ˈrə-shiŋ \

Updated on: 21 May 2018

Definition of rushing

: the act of advancing a football by running plays : the use of running plays; also : yardage gained by running plays

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Two years ago, Turbin’s first with the Colts, no running back in football had as many touchdowns (seven) in fewer rushing attempts (47).

— zak keefer, Indianapolis Star, "Insider: Is Marlon Mack ready to become the Colts' lead back?," 7 May 2018
The 2016 Heisman Trophy winner, Jackson flustered defenses throughout his three-year run as a starter, scoring 119 touchdowns (69 passing and 50 rushing).

— michael middlehurst-schwartz, USA TODAY, "Lamar Jackson's NFL draft fall ends with Ravens taking QB with first round's last pick," 26 Apr. 2018
With Murray dealing with injuries last season, Henry led the Titans in rushing and had some opportunities to shine in 2017.

— mark inabinett, AL.com, "Watch Derrick Henry hug the Heisman, give draft-day advice," 22 Apr. 2018
The Patriots ranked 31st, allowing 4.7 yards per rushing play.

— USA TODAY, "Titans' Henry looks to build on postseason debut vs Patriots," 11 Jan. 2018
Anderson and Mannion were last in their classes in career rushing yards.

— jake lourim, The Courier-Journal, "The NFL, Lamar Jackson and a system that de-emphasizes his greatest attribute," 19 Apr. 2018
These are the top DFW defensive linemen to watch in 2018 Kennedale running back D.J. Kirven (28) breaks a long run for one of his five rushing touchdowns in Friday’s Class 4A playoff semifinal win over Stephenville.

— brian gosset, star-telegram, "Polls are open for fan vote on the top Fort Worth-area RB in 2018 | Fort Worth Star-Telegram," 16 Apr. 2018
Wood totaled 291 rushing yards and five scores on 28 first-half attempts in burying District 7’s Gateway, 49-14, in the state final at HersheyPark Stadium.

— rick o'brien, Philly.com, "Steve Devlin resigns as Archbishop Wood football coach, takes Ursinus post," 9 Mar. 2018
His career ended with 75 combined rushing and receiving touchdowns, just ahead of Earl Campbell and Fred Taylor.

— conor orr, SI.com, "Aaron Rodgers's Contract Could Blow Other QB Contracts Out of the Water," 28 Feb. 2018

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