SportsAugust 16, 2026

fullback

FULL-bak

Definition

An offensive football player who lines up behind the quarterback, typically serving as a lead blocker for the running back or carrying the ball in short-yardage situations.

Etymology

The term is a compound of 'full' and 'back,' originating in the late 19th century to describe a player positioned furthest back from the line of scrimmage in rugby and early football.

In the news

The article mentions that Wisconsin's offense is incorporating a fullback role alongside its tight end room to help reestablish a physical identity in the running game.

What we heard from Nate Letton about Wisconsin football’s tight end room

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