backfield
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noun Football.
1.
( used with a plural verb ) the members of the team who, on offense, are stationed behind the linemen and, on defense, behind the linebackers.
2.
their positions considered as a unit.
3.
the area where the backs play.
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| —n | |
| 1. | (sometimes functioning as plural) the backfield the quarterback and running backs in a team |
| 2. | the area behind the line of scrimmage from which the backfield begin each play |
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Example sentences
Despite versatility, does not have a wealth of experience catching the football out of the backfield.
It's not how good the line is without a good backfield.
But in the postseason, he's been staying in the backfield and has missed a few tackles that he usually makes.
Run to fantasy championship starts in the backfield.
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