The linebacker is more often around the middle of the field. From Wordnik.com. [Can you hear me now? Radio calls in NFL defenders' helmets] Reference
Succeeding at linebacker is "not complicated," Ray Lewis says. From Wordnik.com. [USATODAY.com - Linebacker Lewis plays tough with a passion] Reference
The ability to play inside linebacker is not easy to find these days. From Wordnik.com. [Dallas Cowboys Team Report] Reference
A lot of times they think a middle linebacker is only big and only stop the run. From Wordnik.com. [San Francisco 49ers Team Report] Reference
Carson became the first inside linebacker from a 3-4 defense to make it to Canton. From Wordnik.com. [USATODAY.com - Tearful induction into Hall of Fame for White family, Madden, others] Reference
Thornton, a starting linebacker, is one of 11 unrestricted free agents on the Colts 'roster. From Wordnik.com. [USATODAY.com - Colts news: Team weighs drafting RB vs. keeping Edge; Brock stays] Reference
But, now more than ever, the priority of a 3-4 outside linebacker is to rush the quarterback. From Wordnik.com. [USATODAY.com - In NFL, a little can add up to a lot] Reference
The swift and sure linebacker is headed to his sixth consecutive Pro Bowl after making 170 tackles. From Wordnik.com. [USATODAY.com - Up front it's speed vs. beef] Reference
"He (Cobourne) is a smaller, elusive back and he is very strong," Wisconsin linebacker Jeff Mack said. From Wordnik.com. [NCAA Division I College Football - West Virginia vs. Wisconsin] Reference
Everyone has him listed as a linebacker, but I'm not sure that linebacker is really his best position. From Wordnik.com. [USATODAY.com - A look at the top outside linebackers] Reference
Marvin Byrdsong (6-3, 235, 4.5) of Longview, Texas is another great linebacker from the Lone Star State. From Wordnik.com. [USATODAY.com - Texas shootout showcases Madison duo] Reference
A rush linebacker is nothing more than an outside linebacker that may be one of the top athletes in the country. From Wordnik.com. [USATODAY.com - An Early Look: the top 10 defensive ends] Reference
A rush linebacker is nothing more than an outside linebacker that may be some of the top athletes in the country. From Wordnik.com. [USATODAY.com] Reference
Jason Taylor, who doubles as a rush end and outside linebacker, is back, and so are Vonnie Holliday and Keith Traylor. From Wordnik.com. [Dolphins' fate: All depends on who takes the snaps] Reference
Joey Porter, the outside linebacker, is pretty extraordinary, and strong safety Troy Polamalu is being used so effectively. From Wordnik.com. [USATODAY.com - Martz: With everything on line, advantage Seahawks] Reference
But if you don't believe me just read the words of Miami Dolphin linebacker Channing Crowder as told to the Associated Press. From Wordnik.com. [Dr. Johnny Benjamin: Miami Dolphin Channing Crowder inadvertently makes a compelling argument for NFL Suspensions] Reference
The Tampa Bay linebacker is the NFL's reigning defensive player of the year and a cornerstone of the Bucs 'No. 1-rated defense. From Wordnik.com. [USATODAY.com - Holding the line] Reference
An interception by Wisconsin linebacker Mark Zalweski led to a field goal just before halftime, giving the Badgers a 20-3 lead. From Wordnik.com. [USATODAY.com - College Football - W. Illinois vs. Wisconsin] Reference
linebacker: Brian Urlacher might not be the player he was a few years ago, but the middle linebacker is still the defense's linchpin. From Wordnik.com. [Even with Jay Cutler in place, can Bears put it all together?] Reference
They played an integral role in linebacker James Harrison's 100-yard interception return for a touchdown at the end of the first half. From Wordnik.com. [Steelers' secondary survives prime falloff] Reference
This week the New England Patriots inside linebacker is battling a pesky leg injury suffered in the waning moments of the AFC title game. From Wordnik.com. [USATODAY.com - Heart: Bruschi will leave it all on field] Reference
On defense, the linebacker was the Skiers 'second-leading tackler. From Wordnik.com. [Aspen Times - Top Stories] Reference
The 6-3, 235-pounder can also play linebacker, which is evidence of his athletic ability. From Wordnik.com. [Around the Sun Belt Conference] Reference
The linebacker was the first player to sign an extension with the Packers during the season. From Wordnik.com. [WBAY Action 2 News] Reference
Braxton Kelley is moving to inside linebacker, which is what he played prior to this season. From Wordnik.com. [Kentucky Sports Radio] Reference
"Joey — you need that kind of linebacker, that brashness," Brooks says. From Wordnik.com. [All-star squad: The best 53-man roster of NFL's past 10 years] Reference
Plus, some positions, such as linebacker, are expected to have more tackles than others. From Wordnik.com. [Statistical analysis: Lucky turnovers, misleading tackle stats and other notes] Reference
That strategy backfired as Wisconsin linebacker. From Wordnik.com. [USATODAY.com] Reference
He has what I believe you call linebacker eyes. From Wordnik.com. [Time Trials and Time Travel: The Advantages of Life in the Future] Reference
No, I don't think the Jaguars have that kind of linebacker in their group. From Wordnik.com. Reference
The Trojans have also gone national to recruit linchpins such as linebacker. From Wordnik.com. [Scout.com > Scout.com] Reference
Al Afalava but perhaps bad news for guys such as linebacker Tim Shaw and Iglesias. From Wordnik.com. [chicagotribune.com -] Reference
(notes) mix in with esteemed rookies such as linebacker. From Wordnik.com. [Yahoo! Sports - Top News] Reference
(notes) mixed in with esteemed rookies such as linebacker. From Wordnik.com. [Yahoo! Sports] Reference
The public's disdain certainly extends to the case of Baltimore Ravens linebacker Ray Lewis. From Wordnik.com. [So Much For Role Models] Reference
Her Medea stalks the stage like a linebacker in flowing crimson, barefoot and surprisingly asexual. From Wordnik.com. [How Do You Solve A Problem Like 'Medea'?] Reference
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