running back
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Marshall Faulk, the Hall of Fame running back and former Rams star, says he was diagnosed with Parkinson’s about 18 months ago after noticing hand rigidity while golfing.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 23, 2026
While one fan shouts criticism at an official’s call at Mira Costa High, Grandma and Grandpa Reis calmly and confidently root for their grandsons, Christian, a running back, and Weston, a linebacker.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 21, 2026
"She came running back and she said, 'Mammy, I forgot to give you a kiss'," Jeanette said.
From BBC ● Oct. 19, 2026
The running back now leads the NFL with 665 rushing yards, a record from a player's first five games with a new team, and the Chiefs visit his former team Seattle next Sunday.
From BBC ● Oct. 19, 2026
Degalis threw his sword against the stone wall with a clang, and began running back towards the tower by the moat His iron feet threw echoes down the yard.
From "The Once and Future King" by T. H. White
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