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RB stands for running back in football. They are responsible for carrying the ball on running plays and catching passes on passing plays. Basically, they're the ones who do the running while everyone else is trying to tackle them. Hope that clears things up for you, sport!
An "RB" is an abbreviation for "Running Back." His primary job is to run the ball after receiving a hand-off from the quarterback. Secondary roles include catching the ball and blocking to protect the quarterback on other pass plays. It's a glory position, since that other than the Quarterback, the Running back almost always touches the ball the most. All-time Professional examples would include Emmitt Smith (Cowboys), Barry Sanders (Lions), and Walter Payton (Bears). Current prominent professionals would include: Adrian Peterson (Vikings), Thomas Jones (Jets), and Brandon Jacobs (Giants).