tight end

American  

noun

Football.

1. an offensive player positioned at one extremity of the line directly beside a tackle, used as both a blocker and a pass receiver.

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Etymology

Origin of tight end

An Americanism dating back to 1960–65

Example Sentences

McVay’s shift to an offense that featured expanded use of multiple tight ends also could impact a decision regarding veteran tight end Tyler Higbee, who is a free agent.

From Los Angeles Times

"I've got to shout out our offensive line, tight ends, our receivers and of course our running backs for everything that they did tonight. It was special in the run game," he said.

From Barron's

The Seattle Seahawks have a British coach on their staff, while a German tackle and a Dutch tight end bolster the New England Patriots' practice squad.

From Barron's

“You know what these tight ends are so relaxed about?” asks former National Football League coach Bruce Arians in an ad for Novartis also starring current and former players.

From The Wall Street Journal

“He’s screaming,” tight end Davis Allen said Wednesday, chuckling.

From Los Angeles Times