backfield

noun

back·field ˈbak-ˌfēld

: the football players whose positions are behind the line of scrimmage

also : the positions themselves

Examples of backfield in a Sentence

a tackle made in the backfield The team has a strong backfield.

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Belichick has a history with the Tar Heels as his father, Steve Belichick, coached the team's backfield from 1953-55. —

Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024 With Murphy and Joyner departing, both the backfield and the offensive line represented glaring holes that Riley probably would have to plug through the portal. —

Ryan Kartje, Los Angeles Times, 10 Dec. 2024 During the game, Devin Singletary had seven carries, essentially splitting the backfield with Tracy who had nine. —

Steve Bradshaw, Forbes, 28 Nov. 2024 The defensive backfield got hammered by injury and the special teams had yet another huge, minus play, as no narratives were eradicated. —

Kenny Rosarion, Sun Sentinel, 28 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for backfield