LINEBACKER


Meaning of LINEBACKER in English

ˈ ̷ ̷ˌ ̷ ̷ ̷ ̷ noun

Etymology: line (III) + backer

: a football player stationed within one to four yards of the line of scrimmage and expected to make quick tackles close to the line of scrimmage on running plays and to protect against short passes

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