ALL meanings of backfield
back·field
B b - noun backfield the area behind the line of scrimmage from which the backfield begin each play 3
- noun backfield the set of four offensive backs, including the quarterback and some combination of running backs and flankers 3
- noun backfield the set of defensive backs, usually three, four, or five, who are primarily responsible for covering the pass receivers 3
- noun backfield either of the areas where the backs are positioned 3
- noun backfield (used with a plural verb) the members of the team who, on offense, are stationed behind the linemen and, on defense, behind the linebackers. 1
- noun backfield their positions considered as a unit. 1
- noun backfield the area where the backs play. 1
- noun backfield The area of play behind either the offensive or defensive line. 1
- noun backfield area of American football field 1
- noun,plural backfield American football: offensive positions 1
- noun backfield (soccer) The area of play behind either the offensive or defensive line. 0
- noun backfield The players positioned in this area. 0