nickelback
See also: nickel back
English
Etymology
Modelled on quarterback: both the quarter and the nickel are American coins, though quarterback was not named for the coin.
Noun
nickelback (plural nickelbacks)
- (American football) A fifth defensive back (in addition to two cornerbacks and two safeties) who is deployed for additional pass coverage.
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