fullback

noun

full·back ˈfu̇l-ˌbak

: an offensive football back used primarily for line plunges and blocking

: a primarily defensive player usually stationed nearest the defended goal (as in soccer or field hockey)

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Lost during last week’s inquisition into the Hail Mary and botched fullback dive was a careful examination of more macro issues the Bears are dealing with. —

Brad Biggs, Chicago Tribune, 4 Nov. 2024 In addition to Cooper now apparently not playing, the team is short fullback Reggie Gilliam, who head coach Sean McDermott confirmed earlier this week is out with a hip injury. —

David Faris, Newsweek, 3 Nov. 2024 The San Francisco 49ers fullback Kyle Juszczyk's wife creates custom looks that often incorporate the number or name of their partners on the field through her Designs By Kristin brand. —

Alexandra Schonfeld, People.com, 7 Oct. 2024 Chicago even overcame a fullback fumble at the goal line that cost it a potential touchdown with 6:18 remaining. —

Andrew Greif, NBC News, 28 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for fullback