Answer:

rusher

Answer	Crossword Clue
RUSHER	Defensive lineman, often
RUSHER	Fullback, at times
RUSHER	Guy with the football, often

RUSHER	One in a hurry
RUSHER	O.J. Simpson, once
RUSHER	Ball carrier
RUSHER	Prospective Greek
RUSHER	Jamal Lewis, for one
RUSHER	Handoff recipient
RUSHER	Fullback e.g.
RUSHER	Back, at times

Crossword

a puzzle consisting of a grid of squares and blanks into which words crossing vertically and horizontally are written according to clues.