nickel back

A form of nickelback — A fifth defensive back (in addition to two cornerbacks and two safeties) who is deployed for additional pass coverage.

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Meanings

nounnickel back (plural nickel backs)

plural nickel backs

  1. alternativeAlternative form of nickelback.
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APA

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Chicago

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