ballcarrier
nounUK /ˈbɔːlˌkæriə/
US /ˈbɔːlˌkæriər/
A ballcarrier is a player who runs with the football.
The ballcarrier dodged two defenders and scored a touchdown.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A player who holds the ball and advances it during a play.
The coach praised the ballcarrier for protecting the football.
3. Any athlete who carries the ball in a sport like rugby or American football.
In rugby, the ballcarrier must stay onside.
4. A person responsible for moving the ball forward on a team.
The ballcarrier kept his eyes on the end zone.