Definition of "tacklers" [tacklers]

• Plural form of tackler. (noun)

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• "As for Terrell, Moore said he is "very similar to Jennings" and that he has "unbelievable shake," referring to Terrell's ability to elude tacklers."
• "The Cyclones have 7 returning defensive starters, including 5 of last year's top 6 tacklers, and I rate the ISU defense at 0.2 yppl better than average heading into this season with potential to be better."
• "Remember that he ran for a club-record 1,516 yards in 2005, alternately avoiding tacklers with suave cuts and knocking them down like bowling pins."