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Cornerback
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a defensive player in American football who covers wide receivers to prevent them from catching passes and defends against deep throws
Example
The cornerback intercepted a pass in the end zone to stop a scoring drive.
With precise footwork, the cornerback mirrored the receiver's route and forced an incomplete pass.
As a cornerback, he excels in man-to-man coverage and zone defense strategies.
The cornerback's speed allowed him to close the gap and tackle the receiver immediately after the catch.
He's known as the team's top cornerback, adept at breaking up passes.
