tight end

noun3

1. •
   The position at the end of the offensive line whose primary jobs are to block and serve as a short receiver.

   • Jones played tight end.
2. •
   A player (called an end) playing the position of tight end.

   • The tight end caught the pass.
3. •
   The position at the end of the offensive line whose primary jobs were to block and serve as a short receiver; this position is no longer used.