linebacker
1. [ noun ] (sport,american football,games) a defensive football player who takes a position close behind the linemen
Synonyms: line_backer
Related terms: football_player
2. [ noun ] (sport,american football) the position of a defensive football player who plays close behind the line of scrimmage
Synonyms: line_backer
Related terms: back football_team
Similar spelling:   Lineback
  line_backer
  Linebaugh