: a football player stationed wide of the formation slightly behind the line of scrimmage as a pass receiver. — called also flanker back.

What does flanker mean?

flanker. / (ˈflæŋkə) / noun. one of a detachment of soldiers detailed to guard the flanks, esp of a formation. a projecting fortification, used esp to protect or threaten a flank.

Is flanker back a football position?

Flanker/Flanker back (Z or FL or 6 back): Frequently the team's featured receiver, the flanker lines up a yard or so behind the line of scrimmage, generally on the same side of the formation as a tight end.