Toal was also used as a goal-line and short-yardage running back. From Wordnik.com. [USATODAY.com] Reference
RB Tim Hightower, picked in fifth round, is a good short-yardage back. From Wordnik.com. [Draft grades: Which team scored the best?] Reference
It was one of many problems the Packers had in short-yardage situations. From Wordnik.com. [USATODAY.com] Reference
And the short-yardage running game that all but disappeared last season?. From Wordnik.com. [USATODAY.com - College Football - Arkansas St. vs. Texas] Reference
And he can line up in an "all-tough guy" short-yardage package with Csonka. From Wordnik.com. [All-time Super Bowl team: Tight ends] Reference
We used him in nickel and goal line and short-yardage and some other things. From Wordnik.com. [Albert Haynesworth's status no longer an issue] Reference
When given the chance, the Sooners pounded the Tigers with short-yardage rushing TDs. From Wordnik.com. [USATODAY.com] Reference
As a run-pass threat, Tebow would be dangerous on short-yardage situations in the NFL. From Wordnik.com. [Tim Tebow: Is he a miracle worker, or just an average QB?] Reference
Michael Pittman, 32, adds short-yardage and receiving elements and pass-blocking power. From Wordnik.com. [After humbling season, Broncos' goals refocused] Reference
At the season's outset, Payne was used largely as a short-yardage and goal line option. From Wordnik.com. [Keith Payne taking advantage of 'Dr. Phil sessions' with Mike London] Reference
The Razorbacks outgained South Carolina 356-187, but struggled in short-yardage situations. From Wordnik.com. [USATODAY.com - Scores] Reference
It was his 10th career touchdown and the fourth of this season for the short-yardage specialist. From Wordnik.com. [USATODAY.com - College Football - Maine vs. Boston College] Reference
Jason Webster on two short-yardage efforts, forcing Atlanta to punt with 10: 02 left in overtime. From Wordnik.com. [USA TODAY Latest news] Reference
Although Anthony Fasano showed promise as a rookie, he needs to be a better short-yardage blocker. From Wordnik.com. [Hiring of Phillips means a new approach in Dallas] Reference
On his only carry of the day, Jacobs, the team's short-yardage back, fumbled away a scoring chance. From Wordnik.com. [USATODAY.com - Fickle '05 class remains mystery in '06] Reference
Used as a fullback in short-yardage situations, he scored four touchdowns and six two-point conversions. From Wordnik.com. [West Virginia - Team Notes] Reference
Brings tremendous size and determination to the field and is tough to stop in short-yardage situations. From Wordnik.com. [USATODAY.com] Reference
Coaches had said they could envision Adams playing this season in short-yardage or goal-line opportunities. From Wordnik.com. [Adams as an option at running back] Reference
He does provide some good, much-needed inside running and could land a lasting role as a short-yardage back. From Wordnik.com. [USATODAY.com - Hold your horses on Broncos rusher] Reference
RB Curtis Dukes -- The bruising 240-pound redshirt freshman could give Penn State a nice short-yardage option. From Wordnik.com. [Penn State - Team Notes] Reference
In close losses at Washington and Denver, the Saints (2-2) were stuffed on a half-dozen short-yardage situations. From Wordnik.com. [USATODAY.com] Reference
The Vols hadn't been very successful on short-yardage plays all year, and were 2-of-5 on fourth-down conversions. From Wordnik.com. [USATODAY.com - College Football - Georgia vs. Tennessee] Reference
WRs Tiquan Underwood and Kenny Britt are deep threats, but Rutgers needs to do better in short-yardage situations. From Wordnik.com. [Weekend Preview: Loaded Big 12 kicks off conference play] Reference
Gore has fumbles in each of the first three games, and rookie Michael Robinson likely will take more short-yardage snaps. From Wordnik.com. [USATODAY.com - Week 4 NFL grid] Reference
` ` I saw him take off and knew it was a short-yardage kind of situation and I tried to be aggressive and get him down. ''. From Wordnik.com. [USATODAY.com - College Football - Wisconsin vs. Ohio St.] Reference
` ` This was a major wake-up call, '' said senior defensive tackle Derek Lokey, who also plays fullback in short-yardage situations. From Wordnik.com. [USATODAY.com - College Football - Arkansas St. vs. Texas] Reference
Was the most consistent receiver at the Senior Bowl, showing strong, secure hands in short-yardage receptions, as well as deep speed. From Wordnik.com. [USATODAY.com - Wideout pool starts shallow, gets deeper] Reference
Dallas traded Anthony Fasano to Miami this week, but Fasano was a better blocker than Bennett and saw time in short-yardage packages. From Wordnik.com. [Day 1 picks: Analyzing the draft's top 63 players] Reference
Robinson, who is only used in short-yardage situations, said he knew the Bulls would try to take advantage of UConn's aggressive defense. From Wordnik.com. [USATODAY.com - College Football - South Florida vs. Connecticut] Reference
The Eagles punted after Westbrook couldn't gain 1 yard, continuing the offense's inability to convert in crucial short-yardage situations. From Wordnik.com. [USATODAY.com] Reference
His number was called in eight of the final 13 short-yardage plays. From Wordnik.com. [Yahoo! Sports - Top News] Reference
He'll play there Saturday, though mostly in short-yardage situations. From Wordnik.com. Reference
These bursts show that he may be more than a tough, short-yardage back. From Wordnik.com. [Sports News : CBSSports.com] Reference
Tebow didn't carry on any of Florida's first six short-yardage situations (3 yards or less). From Wordnik.com. [The Lubbock Avalanche-Journal:Today's Headlines] Reference
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