linebacker
noun
a player on defense who takes a position close behind the linemen.
linebackers
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pluralof linebacker.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Servite has lots of speed and a trio of outstanding linebackers, plus new quarterback Gino Wang, so let’s see if the Friars can stay close.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 19, 2026
As an NFL fullback, Patrick DiMarco faced linebackers the size of French Door fridges.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 19, 2026
He wanted a challenge — and he’ll get a double dose with USC’s linebackers and special teams units.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 23, 2026
Two defensive analysts were also promoted to full-time roles, as Skyler Jones, in his third season on staff, will coach defensive tackles and AJ Howard, entering his second, will coach outside linebackers.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 13, 2026
The ball would go to Comer on the pitches and the sweeps and he would lead the noble but anonymous charge trying to take out the defensive ends and the linebackers.
From "Friday Night Lights: A Town, A Team, And A Dream" by H.G. Bissinger
