backfield

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Rivers's throw for Sproles out of the backfield is a little long, thanks to the pressure, and they'll punt.

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  1. noun Football The players stationed behind the line of scrimmage.
  2. noun Football The positions filled by these players.
  3. noun Football The area in which these players line up.

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