SportsAugust 25, 2026
knockback
NOCK-back
Definition
The ability of a defensive player to forcibly drive an opposing blocker or offensive player backward upon initial contact.
Etymology
The word is a compound of the verb 'knock' and the preposition/adverb 'back,' emerging in Middle English to describe the physical act of forcing something in a reverse direction.
In the news
The word describes the physical impact Corey Randolph delivers at the point of attack, which college recruiters highlighted as a key strength in his gameplay.
In honor of grandmother, Boston College commit Corey Randolph plays certain way for Simeon: ‘Important for me’
Read the full article ↗Chicago Tribune