backfield

Noun

Meaning

the offensive football players who line up behind the linemen

Source: WordNet

Synonyms

end back defense establishment pocket detachment outfield fielder linebacker fieldsman backcourt attackers back territory back zone behind lines

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Hypernyms

formation

Examples

After Carlson left the backfield midway through the game, Bitzan took most of the carries. Source: Internet

And can the defensive backfield once again be the true strength of the defense? Source: Internet

Bennett, who spent almost as much time in the Denver backfield as Elway, had another great game, constantly pressuring Elway, sharing one sack, and tackling Denver rushers behind the line of scrimmage three times. Source: Internet

But the flashy backfield seems to have everyone’s attention. Source: Internet

After Williams, Devante Mays and fullback Aaron Ripkowski are next in line to handle the backfield work Sunday. Source: Internet

Because McCoy is an elite pass-catcher out of the backfield, he should be viewed as an incredibly valuable piece. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

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