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tackler

  • a word derived from tackle.
    tackle
    noun
    equipment, apparatus, or gear, especially for fishing.

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Smith's running ability is clear, but he is an underrated kicker out of hand, finding his wings with well-weighted bombs, and a brave tackler.

From BBC ● Mar. 9, 2026

The team's leading receiver Stefon Diggs, top tackler and defensive play-caller Robert Spillane, top sack leader Harold Landry and defensive giant Milton Williams all arrived in free agency last summer.

From BBC ● Feb. 4, 2026

Whether it was Kupp, leading tackler Ernest Jones or reserve running back Cam Akers — all former Rams — Sunday’s game had personal overtones.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 26, 2026

That includes the Red Raiders’ quarterback, their leading rusher, their top receiver, and their leading tackler.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 30, 2025

And, oh yeah, like his tackler had muscles of stone, as Gary seemed to.

From "Found" by Margaret Peterson Haddix