Synonyms of tailbacks

tailbacks

noun

plural of tailback, British

as in jams

a crowded mass (as of cars) that impedes or blocks movement

stuck in a five-mile tailback on the southbound carriageway

Synonyms & Similar Words

• jams
• snarls
• bottlenecks
• congestions
• backups
• logjams
• traffic
• jam-ups
• delays
• tangles
• tie-ups
• locks
• gridlocks
• stoppages
• slowdowns
• crawls

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of tailbacks

That should allow star running back De’Von Achane to find space to scoot around the edge, or for rotational tailbacks Jaylen Wright and Ollie Gordon II to pound it along the left side. — David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 17 July 2026

The team’s tailbacks were led by Jordan James and rookie Kaelon Black. — Matt Barrows, New York Times, 29 May 2026

During last week’s practice that was opened up to the media the Dolphins offense was picked off three times, and a ton of passes were check-down passes thrown to the tailbacks and tight ends. — Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 27 May 2026

At some point on Saturday, or before, look at the tailbacks most likely to be on the board after Round 2 or Round 3. — Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 21 Apr. 2026

The Broncos also will need more production from tailbacks Jaleel McLaughlin and RJ Harvey, who combined for 41 rushing yards across just 10 carries against Buffalo. — Baltimore Sun Staff, Baltimore Sun, 23 Jan. 2026

The 49ers didn’t have a single running back break 300 yards last season, and while the line struggled to open holes, the tailbacks couldn’t hold on to the ball. — Hunter Bailey, Charlotte Observer, 19 Jan. 2026

But mostly, the Bills have allowed star tailbacks to run amok. — Robert Marvi, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Nov. 2025