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About Football Glossary - Carry

By James Alder, About.com

Definition: The act of running with the ball. In a game's box score, a runner's rushing attempts are listed as carries.
Also Known As: rush, rushing attempt
Examples: Many teams use a short-yardage back to carry the ball in goal-line situations.
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