second stringer
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But the production of veterans like Flacco, who is 2-1 with the Browns, and young standouts like Purdy shows the value of a solid second stringer.
From Seattle Times • Dec. 19, 2023
All of which means the Wildcats’ quarterback room features a starter who’s as likely to make big mistakes as big plays, plus an unproven second stringer.
From Seattle Times • Aug. 29, 2023
He began last season as the second stringer to Tyrod Taylor.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 19, 2021
Hahnemann is now a second stringer for an E.P.L. team, Wolverhampton, that seems destined for relegation.
From New York Times • May 5, 2011
He had climbed aboard Calumet's second stringer, Iron Liege, and won the Derby when Willie Shoemaker stood up in his stirrups on Gallant Man a few yards from the finish.
From Time Magazine Archive
