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[fool-bak] / ˈfʊlˌbæk /


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After San Francisco 49ers fullback Kyle Juszczyk hauled in a touchdown pass against the Miami Dolphins last weekend, he trotted out his signature celebration.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 25, 2026

Ingold comes in at fullback after playing four seasons under McDaniel in Miami.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 7, 2026

As French fullback Lucas Digne attempted to clear his own header, he swung around to boot the ball and kicked Yamal instead.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 14, 2026

Former Miami Dolphins fullback Alec Ingold reunites with Chargers offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel in L.A. on a multiyear deal.

From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 9, 2026

Papi whistles to a guy named José, and I’m in as a fullback.

From "Merci Suárez Changes Gears" by Meg Medina

Arsenal's fullbacks, Piero Hincapie and Jurrien Timber, began deep towards the back post.

From BBC ● Mar. 8, 2026

Offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy talked in the spring about UCLA’s fullbacks playing “a huge role when needed.”

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 8, 2024

Sounders general manger Craig Waibel returned the entire defensive line — inking new deals for fullbacks Alex Roldan and Nouhou and re-signing keeper Stefan Frei.

From Seattle Times ● Feb. 23, 2024

Also of note: The use of the guardian cap - a padded addition that fits over a regular football helmet - will be expanded during the preseason to include running backs and fullbacks.

From Washington Times ● Mar. 28, 2023

Our fullbacks, Dolly Elias and a big guy they call Mano, were able to clear out every ball that came close.

From "Tangerine" by Edward Bloor




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