Cornerback

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  • noun. Either of two defensive backs normally positioned behind the linebackers and toward the sidelines.
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  • noun. The defensive players who are in position on each side farthest laterally from the ball and whose principal responsibility is to defend against passes
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  • noun. a defensive football player stationed outside the linebackers
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    "I'm glad that the cornerback is finally getting this recognition over the past few years."
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