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Definition of backfield

backfield

/ˈbækˌfiːld/
back · field
Plural:backfields
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• noun

1

North American In gridiron football, the offensive players who line up behind the line of scrimmage, such as the quarterback and running backs, or the defensive players stationed behind the linebackers.

Example

"The coach rotated three talented running backs through the offensive backfield during the second half."

2

North American In gridiron football, the area of the playing field situated behind the line of scrimmage (for the offense) or behind the linebackers (for the defense).

Example

"The defensive end broke through the offensive line and tackled the quarterback deep in the backfield."

• Nearby Words

backdrop
backend
backer
backfield
backfill
backfire
backflip

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Backfield. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/backfield
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