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The phrase "a running back" is correct and usable in written English.
It is typically used in the context of American football to refer to a player position responsible for carrying the ball and making plays.
Example: "The team is looking to draft a running back in the upcoming NFL draft to strengthen their offense."
Alternatives: "a ball carrier" or "a tailback".
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"As a running back, that helps".
A running back makes a line, and a line makes a running back.
But Coach JIM FASSEL said: "If we get a running back, we get a running back.
For that the Packers need a running back.
"I know it's tough for a running back," Manning said.
We're not afraid to pick a running back high.
"He described Trent as a beast of a running back.
I was always looking: Who needs a running back?
What about a running back that runs 4.66-4.69?
Barry James Sanders was destined to be a running back.
That's a tight end not just lining up as a running back but moving the chains as a running back.
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