route runner

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a player in American football skilled at running planned routes

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  • The coach praised the young route runner for his precise movements.
  • In the offensive scheme, the route runner is crucial for drawing coverage.
  • He's known as a versatile route runner, capable of running short and deep passes.
  • The quarterback looked for his favorite route runner on that play.
  • Developing a good route runner takes a lot of practice and understanding of the game.
  • The defense struggled to contain the speedy route runner all game.
  • Teams often draft players with the potential to become elite route runners.
  • His ability to find open space makes him a dangerous route runner.
  • The playbook detailed specific route runner responsibilities for each formation.
  • Learning to anticipate the ball's trajectory is key for any route runner.