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| 1 | 99% | 9 | Exact Match! | |
| 2 | 51% | 13 | Defensive players positioned behind the line of scrimmage | |
| 3 | 49% | 9 | A term used in American football to describe a situation where a defensive lineman penetrates the offensive line and tackles the ball carrier behind the line of scrimmage | |
Players Behind The Line Of Scrimmage Crossword Clue
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We've checked our database and believe the answer is
BACKFIELD which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
BACKFIELD
Updated: October 10, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "BACKFIELD" which means:
- noun
- • The offensive football players who line up behind the linemen
An example sentence would be:
- • "The quarterback handed the ball off to the running back in the backfield."
- • "The fullback blocked the defensive player rushing into the backfield."
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