0 a defending player in games such as football and hockey who plays near the end of the field, or an attacking player in American football whose position is behind the quarterback and beside the halfbacks --
1 a player in some games who plays near the goal and tries to prevent the other team from scoring --
With the fullback in the backfield as a blocker, runs can be made to either side of the line with his additional blocking support.
He played multiple positions including linebacker, strong safety and fullback.
He has also played fullback and wide receiver.
He can play as a fullback, fly-half and centre.
His usual position was at fly-half or at fullback.
He played as a fullback and as a fly-half.
He was primarily a fullback but also starred on the offensive line.
He plays at fullback or scrum-half, but can also operate on the wing.
