tight end
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of tight end
An Americanism dating back to 1960–65
Example Sentences
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Mendoza has first-round picks around him already with running back Ashton Jeanty and Brock Bowers at tight end, while the Raiders splashed out big money to grab centre Tyler Linderbaum to add yet more assistance.
From BBC • Apr. 27, 2026
British tight end Seydou Traore was a late-round pick in the NFL Draft along with Uar Bernard, a Nigerian yet to play a game of American football.
From BBC • Apr. 26, 2026
Former tight end Steve Jordan, who played nine seasons with Browner in Minnesota, recently visited his former teammate in the Twin Cities, according to a Vikings news release.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026
The Chargers didn’t hesitate to bolster their run-blocking options for new offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel, agreeing to terms with former Baltimore Ravens tight end Charlie Kolar.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 13, 2026
On the video Jerry Hix faked to the fullback, dropped back, and hit the tight end for a touchdown.
From "Friday Night Lights: A Town, A Team, And A Dream" by H.G. Bissinger
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