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General Slang
scat back
SKAT BACK · noun · slang
A small, quick running back.
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A smaller, elusive, fast running back used more for speed and receiving than power.
“They used the scat back on screens and sweeps to get him in space.”
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scat back In A Sentence
They used the scat back on screens and sweeps to get him in space.
Origin & Usage
American football slang; 'scat' meaning to move fast.
Variants
scatback
People Also Ask
What is a scat back in football?
A scat back is a smaller, quick, elusive running back used more for speed, elusiveness, and receiving than for power running.
How is a scat back different from a power back?
A scat back relies on speed and agility in space, while a power back is bigger and built to run between the tackles and break tackles.
How are scat backs used on offense?
They're often deployed on screens, sweeps, and pass routes to get them into open space where their quickness can create big plays.
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