lineman

Example Sentences

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Kevin Johnson, a former NFL defensive lineman for the Philadelphia Eagles and Oakland Raiders, was found dead at a homeless encampment Wednesday, authorities said.

From Los Angeles Times

Mendoza slalomed past a lineman, trucked through a linebacker and launched himself Superman-style, extending the ball over the goal line just as two more Miami defenders crashed into his ribs.

From The Wall Street Journal

“The key to not being too cold out there on the field is to not let them sustain super-long drives,” defensive lineman Kobie Turner said.

From Los Angeles Times

“His songs aren’t necessarily ones that would get you, like, super hype,” said lineman Bray Lynch.

From The Wall Street Journal

While historically great Hurricane squads featured explosive offenses and spectacular playmakers, this one—coached by former Miami lineman Mario Cristobal—is defined by muscular play in the trenches and a sack-happy defensive line.

From The Wall Street Journal