halfback

Example Sentences

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The exception was Brightwell, who caught the Giants’ interest because of his special teams play along with his ability as a halfback.

From Seattle Times

He starred as a fullback and halfback and also was the team’s main kicker.

From Seattle Times

At Wilberforce University in Ohio, he played quarterback and halfback, and a sportswriter likened tackling Harding to corralling a greased pig.

From Los Angeles Times

Far more significant than the day of the week was a uniform innovation that came courtesy of Los Angeles halfback Fred Gehrke.

From New York Times

In Hill’s four years in New Orleans, Payton has found ways to use him at quarterback, tight end, flanker, slot receiver, halfback and fullback and as a blocker or gunner on special teams.

From Seattle Times