two-back

I this this league is transitioning to a two-back system, but for me to sit with the idea that I'm a No. 2 back, I would never do that.

Portis goes out with a [redacted] 2011

The Aztecs moved Brandon Sullivan to fullback so they can use two-back sets to run the ball more effectively.

Around the Mountain West Conference 2010

McCoy's addition should put the Eagles squarely in the category of teams with two-back systems now that Brian Westbrook has reached 30. 54.

Draft analysis: Jets trade up to No. 5 to select Mark Sanchez 2009

“If [the tight end] is in the backfield and you get a two-back set, sometimes the tight end is off the ball,” London said.

Position battle at fullback heating up 2010

" I think more teams are going to the two-back approach, just because of the violent nature of the position, " Mr. Richardson said.

Not Pretty, but Still Effective Scott Cacciola 2010

He hurdled his way to a first down, revealing both his 37 ½ -inch vertical leap and the benefits of the Jets ' two-back system.

Not Pretty, but Still Effective Scott Cacciola 2010

Don't expect Parker to run for 1,500 yards again — could he even be on the trade block? — as it appears the Steelers will adapt the popular two-back platoon.

Day 1 picks: Analyzing the draft's top 63 players 2008

It figures Peterson will be better off and absorb less punishment if he's integrated into a two-back system that eight of last year's 12 playoff teams featured.

Adrian Peterson runs through anger to the NFL 2007

They broke up a two-back combination of Thomas Jones and Cedric Benson by trading Jones to the New York Jets.

Bears have many issues as they line up for 2007 2007

"We talk a lot about teams having that two-back system," Faulk says.

Headed for Glendale: Some in NFL elite retool better 2007