Associations to the word «Backfield»

Wiktionary

BACKFIELD, noun. (soccer) The area of play behind either the offensive or defensive line.
BACKFIELD, noun. The players positioned in this area.

Dictionary definition

BACKFIELD, noun. The offensive football players who line up behind the linemen.

Wise words

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