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cornerback

[kawr-ner-bak]

noun

Football.
  1. one of two defensive backs back positioned in the secondary between the linebackers and safeties, responsible for covering the outside areas near the sidelines against end runs and pass plays.



cornerback

/ ˈɔːəˌæ /

noun

  1. American football a defensive back

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51Թ History and Origins

Origin of cornerback1

First recorded in 1965–70; corner + back 1
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McVay was asked about the Rams’ interest in signing two-time Pro Bowl cornerback Jaire Alexander, who was released by the Packers.

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On a Thursday this offseason, the second-year cornerback told Ben Herbert, the Chargers’ executive director of player personnel, that he would “see him Monday.”

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Seen as the best receiver and the best cornerback in the entire draft, Travis Hunter could be one of the biggest stars for years in the league.

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Sanders' father Deion - who had a notable career during which he played cornerback in defence as well as a kick returner and wide receiver on offence - coached his son at Colorado.

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He began at Oregon in 2019 when he redshirted, and after five seasons with the Ducks, Bridges transferred to Florida, where he started games at both cornerback and safety.

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