cornerback
noun
cor·ner·back
ˈkȯr-nər-ˌbak 
: a defensive halfback in football who defends the flank
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Former Panthers cornerback James Bradberry, now with the Eagles, might makes sense if he’s released in the wake of a youth movement at the position in Philadelphia.
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Mike Kaye, Charlotte Observer, 22 May 2024
Broncos wide receiver Marvin Mims Jr. and cornerback Riley Moss are among second-year players who could see their role increase in 2024.
—Ryan McFadden, The Denver Post, 21 May 2024
Others who missed the workout include running back Christian McCaffrey, left tackle Trent Williams, cornerback Charvarius Ward, new defensive tackle Maliek Collins, defensive end Drake Jackson and wide receiver Jauan Jennings, who hasn’t signed his one-year tender as a restricted free agent.
—Cam Inman, The Mercury News, 21 May 2024
From cornerback to edge rusher to running back, there are holes in the roster that need to be addressed.
—Brian Wacker, Baltimore Sun, 21 May 2024
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Mike Kaye, Charlotte Observer, 22 May 2024
Broncos wide receiver Marvin Mims Jr. and cornerback Riley Moss are among second-year players who could see their role increase in 2024.
—Ryan McFadden, The Denver Post, 21 May 2024
Others who missed the workout include running back Christian McCaffrey, left tackle Trent Williams, cornerback Charvarius Ward, new defensive tackle Maliek Collins, defensive end Drake Jackson and wide receiver Jauan Jennings, who hasn’t signed his one-year tender as a restricted free agent.
—Cam Inman, The Mercury News, 21 May 2024
From cornerback to edge rusher to running back, there are holes in the roster that need to be addressed.
—Brian Wacker, Baltimore Sun, 21 May 2024
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“Cornerback.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cornerback. Accessed 6 Jun. 2024.
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