running back

noun

: a football back (such as a halfback or fullback) who carries the ball on running plays

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Jones will be the first line of defense against Eagles running back Saquon Barkley, who has followed up a record-setting regular season with an even more impressive postseason. —

Dave Skretta, Chicago Tribune, 8 Feb. 2025 Father and son watched in the stands as Saquon Barkley, the Eagles star running back, pirouetted in midair and hurdled backward over a defender for a 14-yard gain. —

Frank Langfitt, NPR, 8 Feb. 2025 After seven seasons in Houston, the Texans made the stunning decision to trade Hopkins to the Arizona Cardinals for running back David Johnson and a couple of draft picks. —

Kyle Feldscher, CNN, 8 Feb. 2025 Even though the Baltimore Ravens missed their opportunity to head to the big game Feb. 9 in New Orleans, their star running back is still looking to score — at least in the real estate market. —

Tj MacIas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 Feb. 2025 See all Example Sentences for running back