| 单词 | ball carrier |
| 例句 | The odds were tremendously against the ball carrier, so that Phineas was driven to exceed himself practically every day when he carried the ball. A Separate Peace 1959-01-01T00:00:00Z “No. You keep your arms crossed like this on your chest, and you just butt the ball carrier. No elbowing allowed either. All right, Gene, start again.” A Separate Peace 1959-01-01T00:00:00Z “You don’t use your arms when you knock the ball carrier down.” A Separate Peace 1959-01-01T00:00:00Z In conversation, Ms. Buckland compared the ball carrier to a Picasso Minotaur, for brute power and intent. Treating Sports Photographers as the Artists They Are 2016-07-21T04:00:00Z A ball carrier is “down” when a defender pulls off one of the flags. Urban Athlete: New York Gay Football League Soars 2011-11-10T22:14:41Z His comic style being better suited to the role of a sideline taunter than ball carrier, he kept leaning over from the couch into Richard’s frame and repeatedly interrupted with ineffective wisecracks. “I don’t like Chevy”: Richard Pryor and Chevy Chase’s tense post-”Saturday Night Live” battle 2014-11-28T05:00:00Z In the second quarter, linebacker Fa’Najae Gotay was flagged for pushing away a Nebraska ball carrier after the two got up from a tackle. No Harbaugh for Michigan as ‘Big Noon’ visits Maryland for the first time 2023-11-16T05:00:00Z Mo'unga is a rare all-rounder in the 10 jersey, a creative and dangerous ball carrier and distributor as well as a shrewd tactical kicker. Who makes Opta's team of the 2023 Rugby World Cup? 2023-10-30T04:00:00Z And the Huskies let Sun Devil ball carriers slip out of tackles time and time again. Undefeated UW can’t afford to have another performance like Saturday’s win over ASU 2023-10-22T04:00:00Z Both teams have big, powerful ball carriers and a good kicking game so it was always going to be one of those massive games of really big collisions. 'I will fall over backwards if South Africa lose' 2023-10-18T04:00:00Z The league made the horse-collar tackle illegal several years ago because a defender’s body weight ends up on the legs of the ball carrier, enhancing the risk of injury. NFL considers eliminating hip-drop tackles, will review the ‘tush push’ again after the season 2023-10-17T04:00:00Z The league made the horse-collar tackle illegal several years ago because a defender’s body weight ends up on the legs of the ball carrier, enhancing risk of injury. NFL considers eliminating hip-drop tackles, will review the ‘tush push’ again after the season 2023-10-17T04:00:00Z Then while he was out with an injury for the homecoming win over Louisiana, Zach Evans took over as the featured ball carrier for Taylor and kept the freshman award streak going for the Gophers. Michigan has owned the Little Brown Jug. Minnesota will get fewer cracks at it in the bigger Big Ten 2023-10-06T04:00:00Z Several times Butkus crashed into ball carriers well past the sidelines. Dick Butkus, fearsome Hall of Fame Chicago Bears linebacker, dies at 80 2023-10-05T04:00:00Z And when ball carriers find holes and space, thrilling explosive plays can develop just like deep passes. Ranked SEC teams seek balance with rushing games and create opportunities for the passing game 2023-10-04T04:00:00Z Whether he’s hopping on one leg into a huddle to hype up his teammates or intensely chasing down a ball carrier, Eric Gentry’s energy is contagious. USC vs. Arizona State four things to watch: Trojans embrace 'villain' mode 2023-09-22T04:00:00Z They lost their top running back to an injury and had only 13 rushes for 60 yards from their top two ball carriers last week. AP Top 25 Reality Check: Week 1 can be deceiving. Have Deion Sanders and Colorado already peaked? 2023-09-06T04:00:00Z “Oh, no! I am not going up there,” the bruising ball carrier said with a laugh. Titans quarterback Ryan Tannehill takes to the skies with his pilot’s license 2023-08-15T04:00:00Z The hospitality Steele showed a potentially dangerous reptile is similar to the warm welcome this ball carrier, who Kelly has called “a beast,” received from fellow Bruins running backs. Blond, buff UCLA running back Carson Steele misses his pet alligator, Crocky-J 2023-04-27T04:00:00Z "Where are England's ball carriers going to be?" How England can 'hang on' against Ireland 2023-03-17T04:00:00Z "I think it might be much better for the ball carrier, maybe not necessarily for the tackler," Bristol director of rugby Pat Lam told BBC Radio Bristol. Premiership coaches unconvinced by new tackle law 2023-01-25T05:00:00Z There would be no pulling of ball carriers by teammates, but pushing was too difficult to legislate. How did it become legal to be so pushy in the NFL? 2022-12-30T05:00:00Z Middle Tennessee State’s run defense against San Diego State’s array of ball carriers. Middle Tennessee State faces San Diego State in Hawaii Bowl 2022-12-23T05:00:00Z Hurts is also closing in on history as a ball carrier. Hurts runs for three touchdowns as Eagles squeeze by Bears 2022-12-18T05:00:00Z Things got better in the second half, but the Jets need to improve on wrapping up ball carriers if they want to go from being an excellent defense to elite. Mike White can make case he’s the Jets’ QB of now and future 2022-11-28T05:00:00Z Atlanta averaged 5.8 yards per rush on 29 attempts, with all four of ball carriers tallying a rush over 10 yards. Defense again steps up in key moments to lead Commanders to victory 2022-11-27T05:00:00Z Instead of traditional blocking schemes, these surging clusters of humanity turn the ball carrier into a cork bobbing in a wave. How did it become legal to be so pushy in the NFL? 2022-12-30T05:00:00Z Last Sunday against the Arizona Cardinals, the Rams ran the ball eight times — utilizing five different ball carriers — during a 14-play scoring drive on their opening possession. Why does coach Sean McVay keep abandoning the run? Here's why Rams don't get a pass 2022-11-17T05:00:00Z I’d imagine it’s rare that Seattle has had a game with just two ball carriers, if it’s even happened before. Seahawks mailbag: Where will Tre Brown fit in the defense? 2022-11-16T05:00:00Z In truth, most ball carriers have an undeniable fear of flying. Bills quarterback Josh Allen has turn hurdling into art. But is it a good idea? 2022-10-21T04:00:00Z Still, Monday’s game seemed to show that despite preseason success by Homer and DeeJay Dallas, the Seahawks plan to relay on Penny and Walker as their primary ball carriers. Seahawks’ Kenneth Walker III cleared for NFL debut vs. 49ers 2022-09-16T04:00:00Z Nobody kneeling for that prayer can remember exactly what was said, but afterward the Capuchino ball carrier was tackled short of the goal line. Perspective | Was our football coach right to call for prayer during a big game? 2022-08-14T04:00:00Z Defenders would call him something else as they got arms full of air instead of the ball carrier. Hall of Fame NFL running back Hugh McElhenny dies at 93 2022-06-23T04:00:00Z The philosophy of taking running backs deeper into proceedings is nothing new, and several highly accomplished ball carriers were taken in Round 4. Draft Day 3: Kickers and running backs take NFL spotlight 2022-04-30T04:00:00Z Breakdown: Diagnoses plays quickly and arrives at the ball carrier with speed and force. NFL draft: Breaking down top defensive players available 2022-04-24T04:00:00Z We have got to have ball carriers like Mako and Billy Vunipola so we can create an England side like the one that reached the 2019 World Cup final. 'England will not win if focus on Jones' 2022-03-20T04:00:00Z The century club for ball carriers doesn’t have as much clout these days. Game 17 in NFL brings playoff race, record-breaking wrinkles 2022-01-06T05:00:00Z Dean, the Butkus Award-winning linebacker, was diagnosing plays before the snap and chasing down ball carriers from sideline to sideline. Angry Dawgs: No. 3 Georgia beats No. 2 Michigan 34-11 in CFP 2021-12-31T05:00:00Z But the Crimson Tide has had to deal with inconsistent line play and glut of injuries to ball carriers this season. Tide’s Robinson ready to ramp up run game against Cincinnati 2021-12-29T05:00:00Z Mostly, the Bulldogs talked about getting back to basics: Tracking the ball in the air, tackling in space, getting multiple defenders to a ball carrier and communicating. Blueprint: Can ‘Bama’s success help Michigan vs. Georgia? 2021-12-27T05:00:00Z As a linebacker, he used his agility and strength to take down ball carriers in leading Birmingham to the City Section Open Division championship. L.A. Times' high school football back of the year: Arlis Boardingham 2021-12-19T05:00:00Z David Bailey, a Stanford commit, and Te’o use their speed to fill holes and aggressively attack ball carriers. On dominant night, Mater Dei caps unbeaten season with Open Division state bowl title 2021-12-12T05:00:00Z "Any time a ball carrier begins, simulates, or fakes a feet-first slide, the ball should be declared dead by the on field officials at that point," Shaw’s Thursday statement reads. NCAA to implement 'Kenny Pickett rule' 2021-12-10T05:00:00Z Shaw noted the intent of the slide rule was to protect sliding ball carriers who are deemed defenseless. Fake slides now against rules after Pickett’s trick vs Wake 2021-12-10T05:00:00Z “Everybody that runs for them always looks good, and it’s because they have a real commitment to it that’s showing up. They’re running the ball a ton, and he’s their leading ball carrier right now.” Three things to know about the Seahawks’ Week 13 opponent, the San Francisco 49ers 2021-12-01T05:00:00Z “We’ve got three guys there at the point of attack against one ball carrier…We missed a tackle, missed two tackles, missed three tackles, and then he splits us.” What we learned from Chargers' loss in Denver: Too many blown assignments 2021-11-29T05:00:00Z His 89 rushing yards against the Jets were a season high for any Dolphins’ ball carrier. Dolphins trade one attitude for another, and are 3-0 since 2021-11-22T05:00:00Z The starter remains in the concussion protocol, leaving Mike Hollins, a sophomore, as the primary ball carrier. Virginia, without starting QB Brennan Armstrong, proves no match for No. 9 Notre Dame 2021-11-13T05:00:00Z One brother would pose as the ball carrier and the other as a defender standing in his way. UCLA vs. Utah storylines: Bruins have a QB question; Utes found the answer to theirs 2021-10-30T04:00:00Z They emphasize the sport’s focus on tackling technique, which discourages players from using their heads to launch into ball carriers. As USA Rugby pursues an ambitious future, New Zealand’s All Blacks visit for a rare stateside exhibition 2021-10-21T04:00:00Z The Ravens ran it 38 times for 187 yards, and had three ball carriers with at least 44 yards. Chargers go into bye week on down note after loss to Ravens 2021-10-18T04:00:00Z But the havoc an elite interior lineman causes by attracting double teams and clogging gaps often provides their teammates clear paths to ball carriers and quarterbacks, for the stats that garner paydays and hardware. Vita Vea Is a Defensive Minimalist With Maximum N.F.L. Impact 2021-10-07T04:00:00Z On the other side, eager defenders look to rip out the football from the ball carrier. Analysis: Takeaways can win games, giveaways lose them 2021-09-17T04:00:00Z The Cardinals saw 12 ball carriers run it 54 times for 243 yards. Dummett, Lamar dismantle NAIA North American U 47-3 2021-09-02T04:00:00Z The 8-second clip shows a young ball carrier going head-to-head with a would-be tackler. Youth football drill goes viral and causes massive outrage: 'This is child abuse' 2021-05-12T04:00:00Z The Dolphins needed a ball carrier, but Denver moved one spot ahead of them by trading up to select North Carolina’s Javonte Williams. Dolphins add safety Holland, tackle Eichenberg in 2nd round 2021-04-30T04:00:00Z Players are "tackled" when a defender pulls one of the three flags attached to the ball carrier’s belt. Following their passion, women go far to play flag football 2021-04-06T04:00:00Z Players are “tackled” when a defender pulls one of the three flags attached to the ball carrier’s belt. Following their passion, women go far to play flag football 2021-04-06T04:00:00Z It also requires inside linebackers to shed blocks, attack gaps and consistently bring down ball carriers — which Edefuan Ulofoshio certainly did last season. Three key questions: can UW’s defense stop the run (and find its next dominant defensive lineman)? 2021-04-06T04:00:00Z The ball carrier lowers his helmet and runs over the defender, and it appeared the two connected with each other’s helmets. Youth football drill goes viral and causes massive outrage: 'This is child abuse' 2021-05-12T04:00:00Z Dillon in the second round last year, but will need another ball carrier to team up with him if both Jones and Williams depart. Packers need help at cornerback, face potential RB losses 2021-03-12T05:00:00Z The Owls opened their spring season with 10 ball carriers earning positive yardage from the line of scrimmage. QBs lead ground game in Kennesaw St. win over D-II Shorter 2021-02-27T05:00:00Z Akers, the Rams’ rookie ball carrier, was outstanding after not playing two weeks ago. Rams get better of division rivals, toppling Seahawks 30-20 2021-01-09T05:00:00Z The Argentina defense was much better than the score line suggests and the Pumas were still extremely effective in isolating ball carriers. All Blacks’ win over Pumas eases pressure on head coach 2020-11-28T05:00:00Z Still, he acknowledged their performance was plagued by correctable mistakes, such as taking bad angles at the ball carrier. Injuries create uncertainty for USC at linebacker position 2020-11-19T05:00:00Z Everybody else wants to talk about what he does as a ball carrier. ISU’s Campbell says Breece Hall ‘elite’ and getting better 2020-11-03T05:00:00Z There’s plenty of sturdy and eager ball carriers and one of the best groups of wide receivers in the nation, especially if Bru McCoy plays to his prep reputation at Santa Ana Mater Dei. Clay Helton and USC won big this offseason. But now comes the hard part 2020-10-31T04:00:00Z Rhule said wrapping up on tackles isn’t necessarily the issue, but rather how players are closing in on an opposing ball carrier. Rhule: Panthers’ biggest issue is taking poor tackle angles 2020-09-30T04:00:00Z Rhule said wrapping up on tackles isn’t necessarily the issue, but rather how players are closing in on an opposing ball carrier. Rhule: Panthers’ biggest issue is taking poor tackle angles 2020-09-30T04:00:00Z But many teams never did any live hitting, when the ball carrier is taken to the ground, denying players the chance to “callous” their bodies for regular-season rigors. Long shots in NFL face even longer odds during pandemic 2020-09-03T04:00:00Z While he’s sidelined, Kareem Hunt will be Cleveland’s primary ball carrier. Browns RB Chubb out with concussion after practice tackle 2020-08-18T04:00:00Z Sometimes it takes two to tackle a ball carrier. Letters to the editor: Punting on college football season is the right call 2020-08-14T04:00:00Z In the third quarter, according to some accounts, he dived into the legs of Minnesota blockers, trying to impede a ball carrier. A Stadium at Iowa State Says His Name: Jack Trice 2020-07-20T04:00:00Z They somehow cobbled together a running game last season, but now need a ball carrier. What NFC, AFC West teams seek in NFL draft 2020-04-19T04:00:00Z There is a growing trend that a committee of ball carriers is better than one, for both the health of the players and the payroll. Todd Gurley, Melvin Gordon discover NFL trend of running backs becoming less valued 2020-03-20T04:00:00Z The regular season, though, is where Hardman really opened eyes, appearing on the top 20 fastest ball carrier list twice, once for a 63-yard touchdown reception and the other for an 83-yard touchdown reception. Super Bowl LIV will put the Chiefs' speed on full display 2020-01-28T05:00:00Z Higher-scoring games draw better TV ratings, so ball carriers and throwers must be protected from brutal tackles. Beautiful. Violent. American. The N.F.L. at 100. 2019-12-19T05:00:00Z He even turned one of his interceptions into a highlight for himself when he delivered a bone-crunching tackle to a 290-pound ball carrier in a win over the Raiders last week. N.F.L. Week 15 Predictions: Our Picks Against the Spread 2019-12-13T05:00:00Z With Penny having emerged the last two weeks the Seahawks were planning to share time at the tailback spot after Carson had been the primary ball carrier the first 10 games of the season. Rashaad Penny suffers knee injury against Rams, declared out for game 2019-12-08T05:00:00Z Scout 1 sees him as a free agent, someone who hustles and is good laterally but not a “take-on guy” who blows up ball carriers. NFL scouts aren't rushing to Coliseum to see USC and UCLA 2019-11-21T05:00:00Z There were no flags on their waist to grab or two-hand touch to signal the ball carrier was down. Want to know how Seahawks rookie Marquise Blair hits so hard? Start by looking in Wooster, Ohio. 2019-11-01T04:00:00Z He overhauled his diet, altered his body shape, and added destructive ball carrier and potent scrounger at breakdowns to his skills as a formidable scrummager. Ireland skipper Best retires after All Blacks defeat 2019-10-19T04:00:00Z Hhowever, what players have to realise is that flying in for a dominant tackle presents a degree of risk to the ball carrier and also your own presence on the filed. Ireland v Samoa: Rugby World Cup 2019 – live! 2019-10-12T04:00:00Z But when the ball carrier is bent over, the tackler’s options are limited. All Blacks tweaking tackle technique to avoid paying penalty 2019-10-07T04:00:00Z The Jackets used a drill in which ball carriers had to hold on tightly. Injury-plagued Ga Tech reeling on offense, last in nation 2019-10-01T04:00:00Z Instead it was ball carriers and scholarship offers being thrown around. Oxnard Pacifica's Caleb McCullough adds pounds and scholarship offers 2019-09-26T04:00:00Z The Irish are missing injured running back Jafar Armstrong and haven’t gotten much production from their other ball carriers. Georgia-Notre Dame showdown highlights SEC schedule 2019-09-19T04:00:00Z The Irish are missing injured running back Jafar Armstrong and haven’t gotten much production from their other ball carriers. Georgia-Notre Dame showdown highlights SEC schedule 2019-09-19T04:00:00Z “There’s still a lot of people getting concussed who are actually making the tackle as opposed to the ball carrier, so we are in a pattern of trying to fix a problem,” he said. All Blacks tweaking tackle technique to avoid paying penalty 2019-10-07T04:00:00Z The Cougars often seemed content with getting a hand on Hall and Isom, or wrapping the ball carriers up with one arm. Analysis: What we learned from WSU Cougars’ 59-17 win over Northern Colorado 2019-09-08T04:00:00Z Brown was the primary ball carrier for the better part of three quarters and finished with 53 yards on 11 carries. Goff, Gurley lead Rams to 30-27 win over Panthers 2019-09-08T04:00:00Z Jackson and the Ravens must find ways to keep him healthy and keep his workload as a ball carrier within reason. Analysis | NFL power rankings, Week 1: Patriots No. 1 until proved otherwise; Andrew Luck-less Colts drop 2019-08-30T04:00:00Z Virginia is replacing tailback Jordan Ellis, who ran for more than 1,000 yards last season as the primary ball carrier, and wide receiver Olamide Zaccheaus, whose 93 catches made him the school’s career leader. Virginia, Pitt meet in season opener with serious stakes 2019-08-30T04:00:00Z Video shows New England defender Terrence Brooks rolling into Kearse’s ankles as he and another Patriot pursue a Detroit ball carrier. Detroit Lions receiver Jermaine Kearse suffers broken leg in preseason game 2019-08-08T04:00:00Z Gordon last month said running backs were “definitely devalued” and said he understood that injuries at the position were causing teams to rethink how much they wanted to invest in ball carriers. Melvin Gordon tells Chargers he won’t report to camp without a new contract 2019-07-11T04:00:00Z Scoop and score - When a ball carrier loses the football, most sane people would simply dive on it to get or keep possession. NFL language: from Hail Mary to Pick-6 on Any Given Sunday 2019-05-10T04:00:00Z Scoop and score — When a ball carrier loses the football, most sane people would simply dive on it to get or keep possession. NFL language: from Hail Mary to Pick-6 on Any Given Sunday 2019-05-10T04:00:00Z There are some who will tell you that what he had – the burst, the finish, the indefinable nose for the ball carrier – is irretrievably lost. Seahawks’ addition of pass-rusher Ziggy Ansah comes with plenty of hope, and caution 2019-05-10T04:00:00Z Strengths: Covers lots of ground and crushes ball carriers when he arrives. NFL draft: First-round player thumbnails 2019-04-25T04:00:00Z Being an effective tackler, he told those at the seminar, was not just about bringing down a ball carrier, but about maximizing one’s power and control. In Texas, the Land of Football, It’s Rugby to the Rescue 2019-01-02T05:00:00Z He came back from four devastating injuries in college, and he accepted a job hurtling his body full-speed at ball carriers without blinking. Taysom Hill is NFL’s most valuable Swiss Army knife, and a sign of the league’s creativity boom 2018-12-18T05:00:00Z What was surprising were numbers that showed the tackler had a head injury risk almost three times larger than the ball carrier. How rugby and the NFL found common ground on concussion 2018-11-28T05:00:00Z He was the best player on the field on a night Washington needed its senior ball carrier to be just that. Pac-12 football: No. 16 Washington topples No. 7 Washington State 2018-11-24T05:00:00Z But Johnson is expected to miss Thursday’s game against Chicago with a knee injury and Blount should be the top ball carrier for the Lions. FANTASY PLAYS: Players to add with Chiefs, Rams on break 2018-11-20T05:00:00Z The matchup was essentially an elimination game in the Pac-12 North Division race and the Huskies got their senior star ball carrier back on the field just in time. Washington holds off Stanford’s late rally, wins 27-23 2018-11-04T04:00:00Z Ohio State plays an aggressive man-to-man defense, and when a ball carrier gets free of his man, someone else needs to clean up the mess, Meyer said. Ohio State tries to avoid letdown as schedule gets softer 2018-10-05T04:00:00Z When he wasn’t being used as a ball carrier, he proved to be an effective decoy on all four of Carolina’s touchdowns. Panthers’ McCaffrey proving he can be an every-down back 2018-09-27T04:00:00Z The quarterback often determines the ball carrier by reading what the defense does. No. 5 Oklahoma learning how to handle Army’s triple option 2018-09-21T04:00:00Z Too often on Sunday, middle linebacker Kuechly’s path to the ball carrier was hindered by blockers getting to the second line of defense. Panthers coach Rivera won’t tolerate ‘lazy’ play on defense 2018-09-17T04:00:00Z Through two games, the Chargers’ leading pass catcher is the player who’s supposed to be their leading ball carrier. What we learned from the Chargers' 31-20 road win over the Bills 2018-09-17T04:00:00Z His passing was nothing special, but as a ball carrier in coach Rich Rodriguez’s spread offense Tate was dynamic. AP All-America Watch: Kansas’ stopper; CU’s breakout star WR 2018-09-11T04:00:00Z The Swordsmen deployed seven different ball carriers on the night, three of them scoring touchdowns, and combining for 319 yards on 44 carries and four touchdowns. St. Paul’s ground game punishes Birmingham in 31-7 win 2018-09-08T04:00:00Z The Dolphins’ season could depend on how much Frank Gore has left as a ball carrier. No team wants to distance itself from 2017 more than Browns. 2018-09-07T04:00:00Z Former Cardinals coach Bruce Arians, now a CBS analyst, recalled seeing three flags thrown on the defense for helmet-first hits when it was obvious to him that the ball carrier initiated the contact. New helmet-hits rule causing concern heading into season 2018-09-02T04:00:00Z Running back Chris Thompson, who was the ball carrier on the play, said he “really didn’t see anything” but heard plenty from his teammates. Redskins, Jets brawl at first joint practice 2018-08-12T04:00:00Z A ball carrier or an offensive lineman can’t lower his head into a defender, and a defensive player can’t make any part of his helmet the primary point of contact when attempting to tackle. NFL helmet rule enforcement unclear for players, coaches 2018-08-07T04:00:00Z As Rivera describes it, Kuechly was chasing down a ball carrier to the outside when a blocker stepped in his way to cut him off. Panthers All-Pro Kuechly looks to step up pass rush skills 2018-07-29T04:00:00Z He’s got quick and powerful hands and he stacks and sheds on time so that he can get separation and make a tackle on a ball carrier. Analysis | 2018 NFL draft Round 1 recap, analysis: Ravens take Lamar Jackson; Bills trade up for Josh Allen; Browns take Baker Mayfield No. 1 2018-04-26T04:00:00Z “I’m sure many teams will try to attack his left hand and there are many ways that blockers and ball carriers will attack it,” Tuck says. Shaquem Griffin: can a one-handed college star make it in the NFL? 2018-04-26T04:00:00Z “It was a lot of good moves by the ball carrier,” Ash said of the run that would have been the scoring longest run in history of Rutgers, the birthplace of college football. Sitkowski shows off arm and mistakes in spring game 2018-04-14T04:00:00Z Imagine American football with no forward passes, no blocking, no downs and 15 ball carriers on each team. Seattle’s hottest new startup is no tech company: Get to know the Seawolves and professional rugby 2018-04-13T04:00:00Z His speed and ability to chase down ball carriers from sideline to sideline still amazes Rivera, who played linebacker for nine seasons for the Chicago Bears and won a Super Bowl in the 1985 season. Panthers All-Pro Kuechly looks to step up pass rush skills 2018-07-29T04:00:00Z Pruitt noted after Tennessee’s Saturday scrimmage that ball carriers generally weren’t getting tackled the first time a defender grabbed them. Tennessee defense learning to adjust to Pruitt’s schemes 2018-04-11T04:00:00Z The rule potentially applies not only to a defender hitting an offensive player, but also to a ball carrier initiating contact with a defender and also to a blocker. NFL’s new helmet-hitting rule is in place, but will it have the desired effect? 2018-03-28T04:00:00Z His absence leaves Rodney Smith as the only experienced ball carrier. Minnesota RB Brooks to redshirt 2018 with lower-body injury 2018-03-06T05:00:00Z Always understated and humble off the field, Harris was an intense presence on it - earning the nickname “The Hitman” for his penchant for punishing ball carriers. Longtime Jets LB David Harris retires after 11 seasons 2018-02-23T05:00:00Z McCoy said Fitzgerald reminded him that Johnson is more than a ball carrier. Cardinals OC McCoy ready to adjust at QB, has talked to Fitz 2018-01-29T05:00:00Z On the defense, they try to tackle the ball carrier. How to Save Football Players’ Brains 2018-01-19T05:00:00Z N.F.L. rules explicitly state that a teammate may not lift a ball carrier to continue his forward progress, but the penalty is rarely called, and the Rams did not challenge the touchdown. Falcons Hang On Against the Rams for a Tough Playoff Win 2018-01-07T05:00:00Z It’s not easy what Maxwell pulled off because it’s more than just ripping at the ball carrier. Byron Maxwell’s return to Seahawks comes with a punch 2017-12-28T05:00:00Z As is often the case in such plays when the ball carrier is swallowed in a mass of large human bodies, it was difficult to tell precisely where the ball should be placed. Why Doesn’t the N.F.L. Use Tracking Technology for First-Down Calls? 2017-12-18T05:00:00Z Last Sunday, five players eclipsed 20 miles per hour as ball carriers. This stat shows just how fast of a start the Rams are off to this season 2017-11-07T05:00:00Z “The other thing is just collision on the ball carrier,” he said. Cardinals expected defense to be a strength; it hasn’t been 2017-11-02T04:00:00Z In three straight wins, the Knights offense has had five different ball carriers and five different pass catchers. High school football notebook: Is No. 5 Stone Bridge finally ready to get over the hump? 2017-10-23T04:00:00Z He’s waiting for a satisfactory number of white helmets to charge the ball carrier. Penn State’s leading defense depends on swarming to ball 2017-10-18T04:00:00Z But as we’ve seen time and again, playing running back in the NFL is a young man’s game, and the production of ball carriers often drops off shortly as they approach 30. Trade to Cardinals is answered prayer for running back Adrian Peterson 2017-10-14T04:00:00Z Austin, the wide receiver used more often as a ball carrier by McVay, scored the game’s first points when he took a handoff and high-stepped to the end zone early in the second quarter. Seahawks shut down high-scoring Rams for 16-10 victory 2017-10-08T04:00:00Z St. Francis de Sales did just that, and a Knights ball carrier found open field with just Mericle left between him and the endzone. Ohio high school kicker makes game-saving tackle on absolutely insane final play - Golf Digest 2017-10-07T04:00:00Z “And there’s a lot of single wing principles to their offensive, the quarterback is the main ball carrier.” K-State to face rapidly improving Texas defense 2017-10-06T04:00:00Z And now, he’s back in a prominent role with perhaps a chance to claim his place again as Seattle’s primary ball carrier. Seahawks hoping Thomas Rawls can find his role again 2017-10-05T04:00:00Z GROUNDED: With Cook out, Latavius Murray takes over as Minnesota’s primary ball carrier. For Bears, Trubisky Time starts against banged-up Vikings 2017-10-05T04:00:00Z Coach Mike Zimmer confirmed the diagnosis, signaling the switch to Latavius Murray as the primary ball carrier. Monday Sports In Brief 2017-10-03T04:00:00Z Guard Ross Pierschbacher credits running backs coach Burton Burns with repeatedly drilling the point home to the ball carriers. No. 1 Alabama riding 550-play turnover-free streak 2017-09-25T04:00:00Z Four form a tight inner circle of blockers around the ball carrier. Mailbag: Is the quarterback sneak dead at USC? 2017-09-22T04:00:00Z It is everybody involved – the quarterback and the ball carrier., they are not. UW’s Chris Petersen on coaching effort, preparing for Colorado thunderstorm, Hunter Bryant and more 2017-09-21T04:00:00Z For the second time in three years, the Seahawks are on the verge of watching an overlooked rookie running back develop into their primary ball carrier. Chris Carson running into a prominent role for Seahawks 2017-09-20T04:00:00Z No. 7 Stone Bridge can lean on the 6-foot, 215-pound target to lead its offense regardless of the production of its ball carriers. Stone Bridge senior Daniel Thompson has 237 receiving yards as Bulldogs fly past Madison 2017-09-15T04:00:00Z The blowout allowed an opportunity for true freshman Salvon Ahmed to get valuable carries as the primary ball carrier in the second half. No. 7 Washington does as expected, rolls Montana 63-7 2017-09-09T04:00:00Z Jacquizz Rodgers will be the team’s primary ball carrier in Martin’s absence. Winston is confident Bucs can end long playoff drought 2017-09-04T04:00:00Z Seattle begins the season with plenty of depth at running back but no true primary ball carrier. Seahawks believe their title window remains open 2017-09-04T04:00:00Z They rely on form and team tackling rather than brute strength to bring ball carriers down. High school football notebook: The D.C. area’s top contenders are all starting new QBs 2017-08-23T04:00:00Z That will lead to opportunities for Lacy and Rawls to get their share of carries, but both want the chance to be the primary ball carrier. Healthy Rawls ready for RB competition with Seahawks 2017-06-09T04:00:00Z The Cardinals’ current offense features running back David Johnson as a powerful presence as a receiver as well as a ball carrier. Rested Palmer disputes perception he’s ‘over-the-hill’ 2017-06-07T04:00:00Z The difference is that his primary ball carrier won’t get the vast majority of snaps. Broncos coach declares running back job wide open 2017-05-12T04:00:00Z When the Bulldogs coaches saw his skill tracking down ball carriers, they moved him to defensive end where he amassed 44 sacks in three seasons. ‘Like playing with Superman:’ The story of Redskins first-round pick Jonathan Allen’s high school career 2017-05-01T04:00:00Z They need smaller, quicker linemen who can make one fundamental block for the quarterback, then run to another area and make a second block for a ball carrier. High school football notebook: The D.C. area’s top contenders are all starting new QBs 2017-08-23T04:00:00Z Sum-it-up-in-a-sentence scouting report: Athletic outside linebacker who needs to be better working his way through traffic to ball carriers. NFL draft prospects thumbnail scouting reports 2017-04-20T04:00:00Z With Williams in the NFL draft, Snell has spent this spring getting mentally and physically ready for the demands of being the primary ball carrier. Kentucky’s Snell: Freshman year a glimpse of things to come 2017-04-14T04:00:00Z Oakland lost last year’s starting running back Latavius Murray to the Vikings in free agency, leaving the Raiders without a primary ball carrier. Marshawn Lynch, Seahawks running back, expected to be traded to Raiders 2017-04-13T04:00:00Z The monster straight-to-showreel hits are still there, but now he has become a more prominent ball carrier as well. Six Nations: How England 2017 team match up with 2003 World Cup winners 2017-03-13T04:00:00Z They receive points for things like drawing penalties, tackling ball carriers and being the first player downfield on a kickoff. Leader of Chiefs’ Special Teams Gives the Humble Punt Its Due 2017-01-14T05:00:00Z To put it another way, safety for the ball carrier, or even the tackler’s own safety, becomes a consideration only if it doesn’t hurt tackling efficiency. The Dangers of Safety Equipment 2017-01-06T05:00:00Z On both big gains, Thomas’ replacement — Stephen Terrell — took poor angles to the ball carrier, allowing the plays to gain excessive yardage. First impressions: Seahawks get further decimated by injuries, lose grip on No. 2 seed in loss to Cardinals 2016-12-24T05:00:00Z First was Prosise becoming the primary ball carrier in last Sunday’s 31-24 victory over New England , relegating Michael to a supporting role. Seahawks putting hopes of run game on Prosise, Rawls 2016-11-16T05:00:00Z Woody is very good in the line-out, he has a very good work rate, he's disruptive at the breakdown and a good ball carrier when he's used. England v South Africa: James Haskell predicts a physical encounter 2016-11-11T05:00:00Z Carroll was vague about who would be the primary ball carrier against New England, but did say rookie C.J. Much history surrounds Seahawks, Patriots Super Bowl rematch 2016-11-11T05:00:00Z The New Zealanders were able to dominate the middle of the field with powerful ball carriers, and when the defense had been drawn in, to unleash their pace on the flanks. New Zealand Maori beat United States 54-7 2016-11-04T04:00:00Z A journey of a thousand yards for an NFL running back begins with a single step, but not necessarily that of the ball carrier. Rams need to get their line running properly in order for their offense to get off the ground 2016-11-03T04:00:00Z Duke: RB Shaun Wilson takes over as the primary ball carrier with leading rusher Jela Duncan lost for the season with a ruptured Achilles tendon. No. 23 Virginia Tech looks to stay in control of ACC Coastal 2016-11-03T04:00:00Z England cannot allow their ball carriers any momentum - you have to tackle them and get them on the floor early, because otherwise they can be devastating. England v South Africa: James Haskell predicts a physical encounter 2016-11-11T05:00:00Z Damarea Crockett was one of eight ball carriers for the Tigers, leading the way with 13 carries 55 yards. Kentucky piles up yards in 35-21 win against porous Mizzou 2016-10-29T04:00:00Z "He's improved his work-rate, his impact as a ball carrier, and he's certainly above average now," Jones added. Teimana Harrison tipped for open-side flanker role by Eddie Jones 2016-10-26T04:00:00Z Johnson touched the ball on 41 of those plays, 33 as a ball carrier and eight as a receiver. Arians sees positives in bizarre 6-6 tie with Seahawks 2016-10-24T04:00:00Z In 63 plays, Maryland threw the ball just 17 times and used 10 ball carriers, yet no running back rushed more than seven times. No one knows who will run the football for Maryland. And so far, no one can stop it. 2016-10-06T04:00:00Z THE AWAKENING: Christine Michael is going to be Seattle’s primary ball carrier for the time being - with an opportunity to earn the starting job permanently. Seahawks not expecting another slop-fest from Fitz, Jets 2016-09-30T04:00:00Z That left Michael as the main ball carrier, and he looked explosive. Everything went right for the Seahawks -- except for injury to Russell Wilson 2016-09-25T04:00:00Z Long was one of 14 ball carriers for Wofford as it gained 350 yards on 69 carries and passed just six times for 14 yards in the win. Long’s 156 rushing yards leads Wofford over ETSU 31-0 2016-09-24T04:00:00Z “The running back is a legitimate ball carrier; we know running backs don’t get drafted as high as he was unless they’re really good.” Colts looking for way to keep Chargers from grinding out win 2016-09-23T04:00:00Z Though Daniels is more than capable of serving as Iowa’s main ball carrier, Wadley’s play as a sophomore forced the coaching staff to find room for him in 2016. No. 13 Iowa finds potent RB duo in Daniels, Canzeri 2016-09-13T04:00:00Z Outlook: Burly tailback returns as the primary ball carrier. NPSL football preview: Kentwood wants revenge against Woodinville 2016-08-30T04:00:00Z In Columbus, Weber was red-shirted last year after a knee injury in training camp and told to soak up all he could from Ezekiel Elliott, one of Ohio State’s greatest ball carriers. Weber undaunted by replacing Elliott in Ohio State backfield 2016-08-19T04:00:00Z At 6 feet 3, 230 pounds, with speed, agility and a nose for the ball carrier, Victor projects as a potential high-round draft pick. UW’s Azeem Victor wants to make big plays on, off field 2016-08-16T04:00:00Z When they opted not to re-sign him after last season, that left second-year back Matt Jones as the likely starter and lead ball carrier. QB Cousins: ‘I want the Redskins to be like the Spurs’ 2016-08-14T04:00:00Z He was going after the ball carrier on a run play before pulling up and going to the ground. Status of Bills’ Ragland uncertain after left knee injury 2016-08-06T04:00:00Z Ragland was going after the ball carrier on a running play before pulling up and going to the ground. Bills LB Reggie Ragland injures left knee 2016-08-05T04:00:00Z If a quarterback is still in the pocket or a ball carrier is within the tackle box, the nameplate adjustment does not apply. Chop blocks, horse collars among points of emphasis for NFL officials this season 2016-08-01T04:00:00Z For instance, if a ball carrier is ruled down before the ball breaks the plane, then the play is not a touchdown. Report: NFL to put microchips in footballs to study kicks 2016-07-18T04:00:00Z That run ended with a loss to Denver in the divisional round, a game in which Fitzgerald Toussaint served as the primary ball carrier with both Bell and backup DeAngelo Williams sidelined. Steelers RB Bell believes Bengals targeted him 2016-05-24T04:00:00Z Christine Michael returned to Seattle late last season and showed a new maturity, but getting a few more ball carriers would be smart for a team that remains committed to the run game. NFL DRAFT: Time for Seahawks to again find hidden gems 2016-04-21T04:00:00Z Before the championship game against the Browns, Lombardi posted a sign in the locker room that read, “Pursuit is the shortest course to the ball carrier and arriving there in bad humor.” LOVERRO: The last NFL championship game marked the end of a different era 2016-02-04T05:00:00Z He brought down a ball carrier and then was plowed into by an offensive lineman, driving Trevathan’s face into the turf. Denver’s defense has some bite _ and missing teeth 2016-01-01T05:00:00Z Forte might be in his final days with the Bears given that he is at an age - 30 - where ball carriers tend to decline. Bears believe they’re headed in the right direction 2015-12-28T05:00:00Z There were no running lanes open for any of Seattle’s ball carriers. Rams late surge continues taking down playoff-bound Seattle 2015-12-28T05:00:00Z And while 2013 Heisman Trophy wasn't known for his running ability in college at Florida State, he's proving to be an effective ball carrier as a pro. Winston leads third career game-winning drive, Buccaneers rally past Falcons 23-19 2015-12-06T05:00:00Z That awareness — and the risk of reduced playing time — has been instilled in all ball carriers. With N.F.L. Defenses Mining for Fumbles, Runners Treat the Ball Like Gold 2015-11-27T05:00:00Z He brought a combination of blazing speed and raw power that had not been seen in a ball carrier in international rugby. Blending Size and Speed, Jonah Lomu Set New Template in Rugby 2015-11-18T05:00:00Z "In those situations, you want to be that ball carrier," Daniels said, adding that the coaches "put faith in me to go out there and finish that drive." LeShun Daniels runs for 195 yards, 3 TDs and No. 8 Iowa holds off Minnesota 40-35 2015-11-14T05:00:00Z Ideally, the ball carrier should lateral before getting hit - to avoid having a knee touch the ground - and to ensure accuracy of the pitch. Those crazy, end-of-game kick returns? It’s mostly ad lib 2015-11-05T05:00:00Z Ideally, the ball carrier should lateral before getting hit — to avoid having a knee touch the ground — and to ensure accuracy of the pitch. Teams design, practice multiple-lateral kick returns, but it's mostly 'backyard football' 2015-11-05T05:00:00Z At 1:03, a 12th Miami player comes onto the field while the ball carrier is at the Duke 20; no flag. Brace for the Nonstop Football League 2015-11-03T05:00:00Z It also involved what the Atlantic Coast Conference confirmed on Sunday were an illegal block in the back by a Miami player and a knee down by a Miami ball carrier. Fantastic Finishes, and a Domino Effect on the Rankings 2015-11-01T04:00:00Z The only way to totally prevent him ruining or turning over possession is never to allow the ball carrier to become isolated from his support. Hard to bet against NZ - Guscott 2015-10-29T04:00:00Z It is more of a traditional lineup, with Kaino and Read the physical ball carriers and McCaw the master at the breakdown. The Keys to Victory at the Rugby World Cup Final 2015-10-28T04:00:00Z If a ball carrier who stops trying to go forward is still a live-ball runner, then defenders can hit him. So What’s the Patriots’ Secret to Success? 2015-10-27T04:00:00Z Finally the referee announced that no Hurricane ball carrier had been down, that the flag was being picked up, that the touchdown was good. Brace for the Nonstop Football League 2015-11-03T05:00:00Z A week after allowing Seminoles tailback Dalvin Cook to dodge and break tackles, Louisville’s focus is wrapping up ball carriers and making sure they do so for 60 minutes. Boston College brings top-ranked defense to Louisville 2015-10-23T04:00:00Z "They have a good set-piece and some strong ball carriers upfront and in the back - it's what you expect to face at this stage of the competition and we're very excited about the challenge." Pietersen back on wing to face Wales 2015-10-14T04:00:00Z “In this offense, you’re the featured ball carrier, and it’s not your job to dish it to everybody else,” Johnson said. Coach blaming himself, players for Georgia Tech’s slide 2015-10-12T04:00:00Z Instead, we see shoulder rolls into ball carriers, which is about as effective as sneezing at an opponent. Where has all the good tackling gone? 2015-09-25T04:00:00Z Ball carrier after ball carrier comes forward, before Smith goes through one gap and then another up to the line... New Zealand v Argentina: Rugby World Cup 2015 – as it happened 2015-09-20T04:00:00Z The big ball carriers failed to make enough yards. 'Full of promise, but a shaky start' 2015-09-19T04:00:00Z Not only do they have plays designed for him being the primary ball carrier, but they also have plays to get him out of the pocket on the perimeter. It’s one star quarterback after another for Virginia’s defense 2015-09-11T04:00:00Z Smith finished with 88 yards and a touchdown on 16 carries, putting himself on track to be the featured ball carrier moving forward. Bobo, Colorado State face tough challenge in Minnesota 2015-09-11T04:00:00Z Teammates didn’t block for the ball carrier; they rushed to the right spot to receive a pitch. The highly successful high school coach who never punts has another radical idea 2015-08-13T04:00:00Z Ball carrier after ball carrier comes forward, before Smith goes through one gap and then another up to the line... New Zealand v Argentina: Rugby World Cup 2015 – as it happened 2015-09-20T04:00:00Z Former England scrum-half Matt Dawson has questioned Burgess' "game-management" at inside centre, but Lancaster described the former South Sydney player, who switched codes last October, as a ball carrier who could threaten the gain line. Burgess makes England debut at centre 2015-08-10T04:00:00Z He was really valuable as a ball carrier. Georgia Tech’s Snoddy making return from devastating injury 2015-08-08T04:00:00Z It was a recurring theme - high balls and pressure, and belt the ball carrier. Nic White the hero as Wallabies finally overcome All Blacks 2015-08-08T04:00:00Z While the first padded practice didn’t feature any physical Oklahoma-style drills with defenders taking ball carriers to the ground or other full-contact, the mood at practice changed for the players. Raiders excited to break out the pads for first time 2015-08-02T04:00:00Z Zettel spent last season treating ball carriers and offensive lineman like that tree. Zettel will keep taking down ball carriers, but not trees 2015-07-31T04:00:00Z IN THE BACKFIELD: The Lions cut RB Reggie Bush, paving the way for Joique Bell to be the clear No. 1 ball carrier. Despite Suh’s departure, Lions hoping to build on 2014 2015-07-28T04:00:00Z Familiar with their Asian rivals, Stajcic said the key was pressuring Japan’s ball carriers and clogging up the middle so they couldn’t generate chances off their crisp-passing attack. Aussie coach has advice for defending Japan 2015-07-04T04:00:00Z The Australians did a better job than Japan’s previous tournament opponents in bottling up the middle and pressuring the ball carrier to disrupt the Nadeshiko’s crisp, short-passing style. Iwabuchi lifts Japan to semis with 1-0 win over Australia 2015-06-28T04:00:00Z Is it a coincidence that New England’s ball carriers mystifyingly fumble far less than you would expect? Tom Brady knew – and now his legacy is irreparably tainted 2015-05-12T04:00:00Z He says Stuart Lancaster's side employ blocking runners ahead of the ball carrier. England use league tactics - Edwards 2015-02-06T05:00:00Z Players learn to focus on the “near hip” of the ball carrier. When The Seattle Seahawks Win This Super Bowl Defensive Analytics Made The Difference 2015-02-01T05:00:00Z He goes about things a different way than Brady on the field, far more skilled as a ball carrier and on-the-move improviser. Wilson recalls watching as a kid while Brady won Super Bowls 2015-01-27T05:00:00Z He rushed for more yards two seasons ago, but this season was a display of how Lynch has become more than just a ball carrier. Could Super Bowl be Lynch’s finale in Seattle? 2015-01-24T05:00:00Z Luke Kuechly and Thomas Davis launched themselves into running backs and chased down ball carriers from one sideline to the other. Seahawks vs. Panthers: National media marveling at Russell Wilson, Seattle defense 2015-01-11T05:00:00Z It’s in the front of their mind quite often as ball carriers. Quotes and video: Seattle offensive coordinator Darrell Bevell 2015-01-06T05:00:00Z He missed just six games in his first nine seasons and often occupied two blockers, opening space for teammates to stop ball carriers. Wilfork eager for playoffs after injury last year 2015-01-03T05:00:00Z These days, he’s just as adept at bringing down a ball carrier or batting down a pass as he is pummeling a quarterback. Chiefs linebacker Houston setting sights on sacks record 2014-12-24T05:00:00Z The injuries to Gore and Hyde left San Francisco with Alfonso Smith as its primary ball carrier in the fourth quarter. 49ers’ Gore out with concussion 2014-12-14T05:00:00Z The Steelers ask him to rush the passer, cover running backs, tight ends and wideouts in pass coverage and knock down ball carriers. Steady Timmons leading Pittsburgh defense 2014-12-12T05:00:00Z But Unger’s man is closer to the ball carrier, so his missed blocks usually result in a tackle. Hugh Millen’s Seahawks analysis: Breaking down Marshawn Lynch’s runs, Earl Thomas’ pick 2014-11-11T05:00:00Z Then again, it will not matter who takes handoffs for the Giants if opposing ball carriers continue to run wild the way the defending Super Bowl champion Seahawks did. Day After Being Run Over, the Giants Look to Recover 2014-11-10T05:00:00Z Already, he’s lived up to his reputation, blitzing into the backfield from his spot on the corner and lighting up unsuspecting quarterbacks and ball carriers. No. 23 K-State relying on no-name defense 2014-10-02T04:00:00Z Koenning said they didn’t stay in their gaps to clog openings near the line and took bad angles to the ball carrier. UNC looks for better defense heading into Clemson 2014-09-25T04:00:00Z Payton said increased turnovers usually results from doing other things well, such as pressuring quarterbacks and getting multiple tacklers to ball carriers. Saints taking critical look at first win 2014-09-22T04:00:00Z He was going towards the ball; the ball carrier was still running, and he could make a tackle. Eagles prove nothing certain in NFL 2014-09-22T04:00:00Z With the apparent ability to name its score against a program it trailed at halftime two years ago, Michigan State used 10 ball carriers to outrush the Eagles, 336-20. Michigan State bounces back after Oregon loss 2014-09-21T04:00:00Z None of the likely ball carriers for either team Sunday is as well-known as Big Bird. Chiefs, Miami hope backup RBs can get them going 2014-09-20T04:00:00Z So that celebration may be a thing of the past, even if Fournette is only starting to showcase his potential as a ball carrier. No. 12 LSU overwhelms Sam Houston State, 56-0 2014-09-07T04:00:00Z Owens emerged as the primary ball carrier after a big game in the spring. Owens leads Air Force to 44-16 win over Nicholls 2014-08-30T04:00:00Z Although he was a finalist for the Heisman Trophy as a quarterback at Northern Illinois, the Bears saw potential in his vision and balance as a ball carrier so they converted him to running back. Jordan Lynch in first wave of Bears' final cuts 2014-08-29T04:00:00Z Myles Jack starred both ways as a freshman, primarily as a hard-hitting linebacker, but also as an occasional ball carrier. No. 7 UCLA comes east to face Virginia 2014-08-29T04:00:00Z IN THE BACKFIELD: There are five backs in the running to replace Williams as the primary ball carrier, led by sophomores Myles Willis and Tyler Rouse. New QB Boston College coach Addazio hope in Year 2 2014-08-27T04:00:00Z Things as rudimentary as cradling the football properly in your arm as a ball carrier. Seahawks trying to join rare group to repeat 2014-08-26T04:00:00Z When Toby Gerhart, the dependable backup the last four seasons, left as a free agent, the Vikings needed to find another ball carrier. Vikings hope speedy rookie also a quick study 2014-06-18T04:00:00Z What an immense ball carrier and possesses excellent pace. Jonathan Davies' Six Nations Team of the Week 2014-02-02T22:29:46Z A mammoth nose guard who swallows ball carriers as an unmovable, yet deceptively athletic force in the middle of the line of scrimmage. Broncos’ Terrance Knighton: Can Pork Chop stuff Seahawks’ beast of a run game 2014-01-30T22:25:24Z He was 6 feet 3 and 230 pounds, and recruiters from major colleges noticed his talent for pursuing ball carriers and bringing them down. Super Bowl 2014: Bruce Irvin, once a high-school dropout with no home, finds himself a key cog for Seahawks 2014-01-29T00:38:22Z It’s better to have the skin of your arms exposed when playing football, especially as a ball carrier, because one of the “points of pressure” when carrying the ball is the forearm. Op-Ed Contributor: The Coldest Yard 2014-01-16T01:08:38Z The plays effectively used Griffin’s speed and evasiveness as a ball carrier, but his parents let it be known they believed they put him in unnecessary danger. Mike Shanahan hasn’t solved Washington Redskins’ problems during uneven tenure 2013-12-29T01:49:38Z Settle, who says he excelled as a ball carrier throughout his youth – especially at quarterback – saw defenders’ eyes widen as they stacked the box, anticipating a keeper right up the gut. Stonewall Jackson gives 310-pound lineman Tim Settle a tote; Julian Ayala comes up clutch for Forest Park 2013-11-04T17:52:12Z A teammate, Eilar Hardy, burst through and slowed the reversing ball carrier. Notre Dame gets the big stop for win 2013-11-03T02:29:00Z Fletcher hasn’t met ball carriers at the line of scrimmage with the same brute force as he so often did in years past. Veterans London Fletcher, Santana Moss are less productive for Washington Redskins 2013-11-01T18:16:31Z And the second one, that’s when Kehl’s knee actually collapses when he’s making a cut right there with the ball carrier. Redskins acknowledge that their struggles on special teams have been costly 2013-10-15T21:31:26Z In touch football, you tackle the ball carrier by touching him with either one hand or both. Take a timeout from watching football 2013-09-25T22:12:08Z We think we can have an impact on him being a more secure ball carrier. A Giants’ Fumbles Prompt Running Back Tryouts 2013-09-10T01:50:59Z The powerful and ebullient number eight will give Saracens another formidable ball carrier. Premiership team-by-team guide 2013-09-05T11:14:03Z The spin move was daring, the type of move that will often get a ball carrier knocked across the field. Biggs' 10 thoughts after Bears-Raiders 2013-08-24T12:44:00Z While Thomas may not bring down the ball carrier, Maragos argues, he’s often forcing him to cut inside where another defender can tackle him. Earl Thomas burns to be the best for Seahawks 2013-08-10T02:56:58Z But almost every time a ball carrier is encountered by a defensive player, that defender will feint a tackle, then merely tap or tag the offensive player. New Rule at N.F.L.’s Camps: No Tackling. It’s Just Practice. 2013-08-01T00:24:05Z Fletcher tackles ball carriers by wrapping his arms around their legs. Every sport has its old-school players 2013-08-01T00:13:42Z Some players said that was easier said than done; their natural tendency was to run a ball carrier into the ground and finish the play with a sense of authority. N.F.L. Roundup: Panthers Doing Best to Limit Tackling 2013-07-30T01:52:24Z He was sprinting to the sideline to track down ball carriers, the kind of maximum effort you want to see from your highest-paid players. Competition key for Bears defensive ends 2013-07-12T00:29:00Z But the potential change that has drawn the most attention is prohibiting ball carriers outside the tackle box from lowering their helmets and making contact with defenders with the crown. Indianapolis signs ex-Seahawks quarterback Matt Hasselbeck | NFL 2013-03-20T03:40:04Z But he's not a punishing ball carrier and England's problem in that area remains. Wales 30-3 England: how the players in the Six Nations game rated 2013-03-17T00:16:54Z Nowadays, lots of defenders don’t wrap up the ball carrier, they smash into him. Every sport has its old-school players 2013-08-01T00:13:42Z Before the point of attack, he broke into a shorter stride and then exploded through the ball carrier. Bears position analysis: Special teams 2013-02-15T15:13:20Z He's a very traditional prop with the one exception that he's a phenomenal ball carrier. Six Nations 2013: Six players to watch - in pictures 2013-02-01T13:35:18Z Perry, a defensive player, had miraculously morphed into a part-time offensive player, using his massive body to block for ball carriers and, every so often, carrying the rock himself. Prop Bets, Sports Books, And Beyonce’s Cleavage: Everything You Need To Know About Super Bowl Gambling 2013-02-01T13:00:36Z Which of the four is most efficient as a ball carrier facing top-flight defenders? The Fifth Down: 2013 Senior Bowl Preview 2013-01-21T15:18:43Z Stonebreaker remembers laughing on the field as they pulled each other off blocks and raced to the ball carrier. Three Amigos Led Irish Defense to ’88 Title 2013-01-05T04:25:12Z Regardless, whatever formation a team uses, the importance of tackling remains a basic skill in the N.F.L., and the Giants continued to be poor at bringing down ball carriers. Ravens 33, Giants 14: Giants’ Playoff Hopes in Danger After Loss to Ravens 2012-12-24T01:21:25Z Jayron Hosley, a rookie cornerback who also played at Virginia Tech, is confident in Wilson’s ability to be the Giants’ primary ball carrier. Showing Tireless Speed, Giants’ David Wilson Gets a Second Look 2012-12-15T01:26:58Z His production didn't happen just by getting in the way of ball carriers. Q&A: Bears mailbag 2012-12-05T23:57:00Z At number eight we know the recalled Ben Morgan is a great ball carrier, but he's got to do more work defensively. 'Quick ball can help England beat Boks' 2012-11-23T06:50:54Z He flies around a football field overturning ball carriers with full-bore, joyous immersion. The Hard Life of an N.F.L. Long Shot 2012-11-21T21:55:22Z Ireland, meanwhile, were lost in the contact stuff without their main ball carriers and increasingly were being picked off by the Bok back row in which Francois Louw was particularly effective. Ireland's defeat by South Africa could hit World Cup ambitions 2012-11-11T22:30:06Z Instead you see guys, particularly in the defensive backfield, try to bump ball carriers with their shoulders, etc. The Fifth Down: The Giants, Redskins and Eagles: Answers to Readers' Questions 2012-11-09T18:31:25Z The better game for children is flag football — in which kids grab flags rather than each other to stop the ball carrier. Why Kids Under 14 Should Not Play Tackle Football 2012-11-06T12:30:23Z And he should get plenty of opportunity against South Africa's big ball carriers on Saturday. 'Quick ball can help England beat Boks' 2012-11-23T06:50:54Z Seeing that his man wasn’t there, Pat just blew by and got directly to the ball carrier. The Hard Life of an N.F.L. Long Shot 2012-11-21T21:55:22Z On the opening kickoff, Thomas Tutogi had to shed Taimi to try to get to the ball carrier — the first time, he said, they had ever met as opponents in a game. Dogs and Cats: Tutogi brothers go at it Saturday | Husky football 2012-10-17T02:52:04Z Trying to knock the ball carrier down instead of tackling him. The Fifth Down: Mark Sanchez, Peyton Manning, the Giants: Answers to Readers' Questions 2012-10-12T16:47:32Z I think Conte, for the most part, is making good reads, taking good angles and getting to the ball carrier quickly. Q&A: Bears mailbag 2012-10-11T01:05:00Z Against the Boks, England must get more of the ball carriers among the forwards coming from deep with pace, taking contact and off-loading to support. 'Quick ball can help England beat Boks' 2012-11-23T06:50:54Z It helped that the Jaguars chased ball carriers like they were running on a 100-yard Florida swamp, but coordinator Mike Tice's crew established enough momentum to last until they play again in 15 days. Marshall is Bears' homecoming king 2012-10-08T02:49:00Z Frank Gore is still the team's primary ball carrier and one of the league's best, but he is regularly given a breather by Kendall Hunter, who is averaging 4.6 yards a carry. The Fifth Down: Week 5 Matchups: Ryan and Griffin Grab Spotlight 2012-10-05T12:00:23Z Moves were so telegraphed that defenders were able to lie in wait and hit ball carriers with such force that they knocked on. Bath 31-10 Sale 2012-09-29T16:55:14Z Michael Bush served as the primary ball carrier in his place and ran for 55 yards and a touchdown against St. Louis. Jennings, Bears defense rising to challenge 2012-09-24T21:43:08Z Although, when the whirlwind ended, most times a ball carrier emerged free, or a receiver broke open, with room to run. Florida State 49, Clemson 37: Seminoles Stand Atop A.C.C. After Offense Vs. Offense Duel With Clemson 2012-09-23T04:52:44Z I used that throughout my entire career and I was able to anticipate where the ball was going before the ball carrier even got to the hole. 30 Seconds: With Nick Buoniconti 2012-09-22T22:01:08Z That's exactly what Gauta was brought here to do — plug the middle, occupy the attention of multiple offensive linemen and use his large frame to disrupt the path of the opposing ball carrier. Washington State's Ioane Gauta develops name recognition 2012-09-20T03:18:03Z While words like "shifty" and "elusive" tend to describe running backs of a similar stature, that's not necessarily the case with the Wildcats' junior ball carrier. Hubert helping to carry load for No. 16 K-State 2012-09-12T16:54:11Z Play after play, all 11 guys on the field swarm the ball carrier. Does Gus Bradley ever have a bad day? Not coaching this Seahawks defense 2012-09-06T05:06:38Z Under the unforgiving Florida sun, they took turns, as ball carrier and tackler, trying to get by each other. Michigan’s Denard Robinson Tries to Leave Mark 2012-08-27T04:17:22Z The scouts will watch him closely this fall to determine if Lattimore is the same explosive ball carrier he was as a freshman. For South Carolina’s Marcus Lattimore, a Knee Injury, Then Mind Games 2012-08-23T03:26:44Z The next week against Washington, he tackled 11 ball carriers all by himself, and assisted on five more tackles. Jason Pierre-Paul, the Late-Blooming Defensive Wunderkind 2012-08-19T03:23:42Z Ahmad Bradshaw, the only proven ball carrier in a backfield that is six deep, couldn’t cover more than 4 yards on any of his four carries. N.F.L. Roundup: Eager to Run, Giants Still Come Out Throwing 2012-08-11T02:51:40Z It's not as if the Dolphins don't have other ball carriers to feed anyway. The Fifth Down: Miami Dolphins, 2012 N.F.L. Season Preview 2012-08-07T09:44:12Z The fourth-year veteran Shonn Greene is coming off his first 1,000-yard season, but he's not diverse enough to be a featured ball carrier. The Fifth Down: Jets, 2012 N.F.L. Season Preview 2012-08-06T09:55:54Z The scrimmage consisted of 80 plays, and while players were in pads and uniform pants, there was no tackling as plays stopped at first contact with the ball carrier. Tarvaris Jackson leads Seahawks' first team at scrimmage 2012-08-06T04:00:06Z Teams would purposely run to the opposite side of Peppers if he weren't so good at chasing down ball carriers from the backside. The Fifth Down: Chicago Bears, 2012 N.F.L. Season Preview 2012-08-02T10:00:02Z Johnson and Marler are both productive ball carriers and the redeployment of Foden to the wing is a proactive move that should also help to nullify South Africa's aerial kicking threat. England call on Joe Marler and Tom Johnson for first South Africa Test 2012-06-07T21:02:01Z Seau didn’t waste steps on the way to the ball carrier and he kept a wide base to avoid being cut. The Fifth Down: Remembering Junior Seau, the Football Player 2012-05-04T12:00:09Z A ferocious tackler, he'd leap up, pump a fist and kick out a leg after dropping a ball carrier or quarterback. Junior Seau: part of a pattern of NFL deaths 2012-05-03T13:44:12Z He is a downhill player who can put a lick on the ball carrier. Pompei's NFL draft preview: Safeties 2012-04-20T23:11:00Z Charles is a thickly built and swift 6-2 ball carrier with some pop. The Fifth Down: Ranking Tight Ends in 2012 N.F.L. Draft 2012-04-19T10:23:37Z Yet with the game on the line in the fourth quarter, the two-time Super Bowl MVP accepted the responsibility himself and transformed into a ball carrier to deliver what proved to be the game-wining touchdown. Brady finds new way to lead Patriots to Super Bowl 2012-01-23T02:00:50Z That leaves Bell as the primary ball carrier because Matt Forte still is sidelined with a sprained right knee. RB shuffle: Bell in, Barber out vs. Packers 2011-12-23T05:30:00Z The Bulldogs’ three starting defensive linemen average 318 pounds and they plug gaps while allowing linebackers the freedom to get to ball carriers. Georgia Has a Chance to Put Its Mark on the SEC 2011-12-02T00:58:07Z He reads the run well and gets to the ball carrier. Pompei's NFL draft preview: Safeties 2012-04-20T23:11:00Z Size may not be everything, but it has been the biggest factor for the Seahawks' defensive front, which has shown quite an appetite for opposing ball carriers. Super-sized line gives Seahawks solid defensive foundation 2011-11-25T04:06:04Z Now it's getting to the point where you run `to' your gap and you're getting hedgy, looking around, seeing where the ball carrier is, and he cuts back through your gap. Briggs: Age not to blame for Bears' struggles 2011-10-13T22:31:14Z Players line up to form a tunnel, and a ball carrier runs through while his teammates punch and rip at his arms to try to force a fumble. Turnover-Prone Giants Have Turned Stingy 2011-09-30T03:16:17Z Tigers coach Rod Reed brought the Tigers to town a day early in hopes of getting them acclimated to Falcon Stadium’s 6,620-foot elevation, but they were gasping for breath chasing the Falcons’ ball carriers. Air Force runs all over Tennessee State 63-24 and piles up school record 792 yards of offense 2011-09-25T00:05:56Z Tigers coach Rod Reed brought the Tigers to town a day early in hopes of getting them acclimated to Falcon Stadium's 6,620-foot elevation, but they were gasping for breath chasing the Falcons' ball carriers. Air Force runs over Tennessee State 63-24 2011-09-24T22:36:07Z “In high school and college, you might be a ball carrier,” Schmitt said this week as the Eagles prepared to host the Giants on Sunday. Eagles Fullback Is Forceful, Not Flashy 2011-09-24T01:38:10Z The way the line was blocking, and the way Washington's defense lined up, allowed offensive coordinator Tim Beck to even get fullback Tyler Legate involved as a ball carrier. Nebraska line finds success in platoon system 2011-09-18T17:21:09Z The Owls opened like a team playing for a BCS bowl berth, pressuring Rob Bolden and rattling ball carriers that set an early tone. Penn St avoids upset in 14-10 win over Temple 2011-09-17T20:13:31Z On Friday, he was asked to compare Maurice Jones-Drew, the stocky and elusive Jacksonville Jaguars running back, to other ball carriers. Jets Step Into the Past With Their Uniforms 2011-09-17T01:48:03Z The new directives, which ordered defenders to release opposing ball carriers after a tackle and to return to their feet before contesting possession, limited the likelihood of turnovers. Rugby World Cup Undergoes Change 2011-09-08T02:20:06Z A speedy, athletic middle linebacker who gobbled up ball carriers, Lemon made 133 tackles last season — 56 more than any of his teammates. No. 9 Oklahoma State turns to unknowns to fill void left by leading tackler Orie Lemon 2011-08-30T09:40:26Z His open field skill as a ball carrier is excellent. The Fifth Down: Q. and A. With Matt Waldman, Author of Rookie Scouting Portfolio 2011-04-26T14:00:12Z How does one improve his vision as a ball carrier? The Fifth Down: Q. and A. With Chad Spann, Underrated RB Prospect 2011-04-20T23:10:43Z His physical presence was instrumental in Ireland's tactic of keeping the ball carrier off the ground in contact. Six Nations 2011: Ireland v England player ratings 2011-03-19T21:36:50Z Ireland were doing a great job of turning over possession as they prevented the England ball carrier from getting to ground, and Declan Kidney's side were also playing with pace and width in attack. Ireland 24-8 England 2011-03-19T18:43:40Z There are not many better ball carriers around Wales that I've seen. Morgan 'flattered' on Wales link 2011-03-03T07:37:32Z This habit leads to drops after contact and fumbles as a ball carrier. The Fifth Down: Q. and A. With Matt Waldman, Author of Rookie Scouting Portfolio 2011-04-26T14:00:12Z The five midfielders dropped to halfway as a group and then hunted Arsenal's ball carriers down as a pack with terrific team spirit. Arsenal laid low by Birmingham City's astute use of Nikola Zigic 2011-02-27T20:51:17Z There were times last week when we offloaded to people who weren't in better positions than the ball carrier. Live - Ireland v France 2011-02-13T14:02:02Z And nobody spots the correct angle to run or the ideal distance from the ball carrier better than Ashton. Johnson may forgive exuberant England 2011-02-12T18:50:31Z Capers and LeBeau use a two-gap philosophy on the defensive line: Linemen are expected to control the gaps to their left and right instead of knifing past their blockers to tackle the ball carrier. Tanier: Packers, Steelers about to inspire defensive imitators 2011-02-02T01:20:27Z WR Niles Paul, Nebraska: At the weigh-in, Paul showed that he has a great lower body to generate power and explosion as a ball carrier after the catch. The Fifth Down: Senior Bowl, Day 3: Risers, Fallers and Steady as They Go 2011-01-27T12:00:43Z They are going to turn your ball carrier around, and both of them are pretty good in coverage as well. The Fifth Down: Mike Tomlin and Rex Ryan Like Each Other 2011-01-19T11:00:32Z He served as the Chiefs’ primary ball carrier in 2000, and he woke up Monday mornings with pains in muscles he never knew existed. Clock Ticks for a Jet, and a Record Approaches 2010-12-31T01:40:51Z Then, the quarterback was treated like any other ball carrier. The Fifth Down: Where Does Giants' Collapse Rank? 2010-12-20T13:30:49Z “Again I want to emphasize that wasn’t an illegal hit on that one; it was a ball carrier in the open field,” Collinsworth said. In NBC Booth, a Candid Collinsworth 2010-12-11T19:09:00Z Playing right cornerback, he burst across the line and hit the ball carrier. Sports of The Times: Cosby?s Football Dream Interrupted by Reality 2010-12-04T19:52:00Z To eliminate the deadly mass plays that hid brutalities from view, like rugby-type scrums that pushed the ball carrier forward, the rules required seven men on the line of scrimmage. A History of Dealing With Football?s Dangers 2010-11-20T19:59:00Z He could sort the plays in a variety of ways: by down and distance, by ball carrier, by formation, by yardage gained - or lost. Coaches look to save time, improve scouting 2010-11-12T05:11:00Z In the Honey Bear approach, he used his chest, shoulders and arms to wrap up, or bearhug, a ball carrier when bringing him down. Sports of The Times: Hall of Famer?s History of Compassionate Hits 2010-10-23T18:13:00Z Rod Woodson, a Hall of Fame defensive back, said that when he was growing up, he was taught to dip his knees, then rise when he struck the ball carrier. N.F.L.?s Crackdown Tests the Boundaries of Mayhem 2010-10-23T16:44:00Z The league also needs to consider banning all helmet-to-helmet hits involving receivers and ball carriers, defenseless or otherwise. PFT 10-pack: Eagles should stick with Kolb 2010-10-18T15:33:00Z He said the presence of the wedge made it easier for coverage players to spot where the ball carrier was. Kick Returns Are Facing Weakened Resistance 2010-10-16T22:09:00Z The gave up on Lynch as their featured ball carrier on Tuesday, trading him to Seattle for a pair of undisclosed draft picks. Bills Send RB Lynch to Seahawks 2010-10-06T02:14:00Z When ball carriers are running with the football, they must keep it high and tight. Seahawks are better than they look on paper 2010-09-28T01:46:00Z That is, a defender taking on a block knows where his most likely help will be and turns or spills the ball carrier in that direction. Guide to N.F.L. Defenses, Part 3: The 4-3 Front Continued 2010-09-08T12:00:00Z As a Mormon, there is much more to his life than just knocking down ball carriers as a linebacker. Manti Te'o feels at home in South Bend 2010-08-25T18:10:00Z In the Tampa 2, offensive ball carriers are funneled to the defensive weak side. Silva: Young, old among our preseason NFL All-Pros 2010-08-23T23:05:00Z Kelly’s offense also calls for the quarterback to be a ball carrier at times. Notre Dame Will Try to Tap a Famous Bloodline 2010-08-14T00:31:00Z Anderson missed spring practice with a shoulder injury but is expected to be the main ball carrier for the Cardinals. New coaches facing varied challenges in Big East 2010-08-10T18:40:00Z He’s a very patient runner with good balance, and in many respects his approach as a ball carrier reminded me a lot of Chris Johnson. Fantasy Rookies in Context: Part II, Pass Catchers 2010-08-10T12:17:00Z Cornerback Kennard Cox hit ball carrier Louis Rankin into the sideline with a shoulder drop at the end of a running play. Pete Carroll all smiles to begin new Seahawks era 2010-07-31T23:58:00Z Yet England also need ball carriers capable of knocking opponents backwards and blasting holes in the defensive line for their support runners to exploit. Courtney Lawes can be the heir to the talented Mr Ripley 2010-06-18T14:00:00Z He was a very good ball carrier and I think there are areas where we can improve his game. Exeter sign Luke Arscott and James Phillips from Bristol 2010-06-08T13:56:00Z Usually playing in the middle of the line in nine pro seasons, Hand fended off the blocks of offensive linemen, freeing his defensive linemates and linebackers to tackle ball carriers. Norman Hand, 37, Who Helped Saints to First Playoff Win, Dies 2010-05-18T00:08:00Z Instead of tackling, a defensive player must pull a flag attached to the ball carrier’s waist. As Flag Football Blossoms in Florida, Some Ponder the Point 2010-05-15T15:48:00Z Coaches are looking for two of the front row to be ball carriers and Jenkins ticks that box and more. The Challenge Cup has stood on its own two feet and started to run 2010-04-29T23:10:00Z “That’s what has to be re-established again — keep some people clean so they can go to the ball carrier,” Giants Coach said, referring to the team’s linebackers. Giants Gain More Weight in Draft?s Second Round 2010-04-24T02:25:00Z The trouble was that the final pass tended to be forced and went to ground, Or the support players overran the ball carrier. Worcester 18-39 Leicester | Premiership match report 2010-03-27T18:31:00Z The gun went off with a roar, and Jenkins hit Griffin like a tackler slamming into a ball carrier. Castle of Terror Shaking off the men who held him, he ducked his head and hit the line of soldiers like a blocking back clearing a path for a ball carrier. A Yankee Flier in Italy The ball carrier's got to be given plenty of chance after taking the lateral to spot a receiver for the forward. Interference and Other Football Stories "I'll show Coach Edward whether I'm a ball carrier or not!" Interference and Other Football Stories If he did not, he so thoroughly removed the interference that he forced the ball carrier in the open and made him comparatively easy prey for fellow Seconds to bring down. 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