lineman

Example Sentences

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“As the lineman would go down the street, bringing cable to the city, the people would run alongside their trucks, bang on his side, and say, ‘When can we have it?’

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

During similar situations in the past, the Rams awarded then record-breaking extensions to defensive lineman Aaron Donald, running back Todd Gurley and quarterback Jared Goff.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026

And his market figures to be especially robust not only because of his talent, but also because he’s by far the best available offensive lineman.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 4, 2026

Verse and defensive lineman Braden Fiske will be eligible next year.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 1, 2026

Billy Steen, who bore no resemblance whatever to a football player but had become one through sheer will, fighting off an offensive lineman four inches taller and fifty pounds heavier to sack the quarterback.

From "Friday Night Lights: A Town, A Team, And A Dream" by H.G. Bissinger