Dictionary of synonyms

Synonyms and antonyms of the word: upfield

Synonyms:

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Usage examples:

Before he has any time to turn upfield, Fitzpatrick arrives with a violent form tackle, allowing no opportunity for yards after the catch and forcing a third and medium attempt.

Source: https://steelersdepot.com/2023/06/film-room-the-interchangeable-skills-of-minkah-fitzpatrick-and-damontae-kazee/

Brex then the younger Garbisi work the space on the right wing where Bruno breaks upfield.

Source: https://www.theguardian.com/sport/live/2023/mar/18/scotland-italy-six-nations-2023-rugby-union-live-updates

Hamer sends a brilliant ball upfield to spring Godden in behind but the striker's attempt goes wide.

Source: https://www.coventrytelegraph.net/sport/football/match-reports/leicester-versus-coventry-city-live-27461144

Hargrave worked as a new-school nose tackle with the Steelers, getting upfield and playing more aggressively.

Source: https://steelersdepot.com/2023/02/they-just-cut-me-loose-dt-javon-hargrave-says-eagles-gave-him-more-freedom-than-steelers/

He caused Norway all kinds of problems with his lightning-quick breaks upfield.

Source: https://www.thenational.scot/sport/23596475.norway-1-scotland-2-instant-reaction-burning-issues/?ref=rss

He has good snap quickness and upfield burst and can be slippery around the edge or as the looper on stunts.

Source: https://steelersdepot.com/2023/03/2023-nfl-draft-player-profiles-wisconsin-edge-nick-herbig/

Ireland’s pack showed their power in the ensuing minutes with scrum and maul penalties, allowing them to march upfield and create another fine score.

Source: https://www.thejournal.ie/ireland-romania-report-2-6164581-Sep2023/

It was a matter of when, not if, Kane would become England’s outright leading scorer, given he is 29 and pretty much in his prime as an all-round striker who can drop deep to link up play or be further upfield as an out-and-out center forward.

Source: https://wtop.com/sports/2023/03/kane-breaks-rooneys-england-scoring-record-with-goal-no-54/

“Latu does a good job catching on the run and transitioning quickly upfield, but he’s inconsistent catching in traffic and does not show a second gear as a runner after the catch.

Source: https://www.deseret.com/2023/4/28/23697585/2023-nfl-draft-olympus-high-alum-cameron-latu-san-francisco-49ers

Longelo was caught upfield and Sanderson was beaten inside the box.

Source: https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/birmingham-city-vs-stoke-live-28350413

Moore caused trouble only for Bears skipper Ryan Brackpool to hoof upfield and then a smart backheel from Cody set Davidson up for an attempt which was always rising, With three minutes to go Chichester lost CB Pashley and Aubrey was given a booking.

Source: https://www.sussexexpress.co.uk/sport/football/3g-3-points-davision-delights-chichester-city-as-they-christen-new-oaklands-park-pitch-with-win-4457818

This ensured 1-on-1 coverage for tight end Hunter Henry, who angled toward the sideline as he ran upfield from the right slot and steered away from the single-high safety.

Source: https://www.bostonherald.com/2023/11/07/patriots-commanders-film-review-the-patriots-are-tracking-to-become-the-nfls-worst-team/

We had to combat Gloucester's lumping the ball upfield and our centre-backs were immense.

Source: https://www.buxtonadvertiser.co.uk/sport/football/dull-draw-at-gloucester-city-but-buxton-on-a-roll-after-five-games-unbeaten-4282150