1. Big Play Cornerback formerly on the St. Louis Rams, now plays for the Detroit Lions.
2. Former North Carolina Tar Heel star.

n. One who engages in the running of routes at all times. i.e. Going out to hook up with morally casual ladies. A true route runner never takes a play off, and understands that the game never stops. Routes can be run via text, facebook, phone, or in person. However, routes are never run on MySpace.

1. to run crisp, full speed routes: to put on a move breaking through double coverage; to avoid a linebacker dropping into coverage; to wear down the opposing DB through the use of continual full speed play or through the use of multiple game changers.
2. one who looks for one on one coverage from a db with a weakness you know you can exploit, such as a disappointing previous romantic history, low self-esteem, or unhealthy need for approval. "Daddy Issues" are a route runners greatest ally.

3. a team of route runners knows that multiple routes run in the same area of the field can overwhelm the coverage and virtually ensure success

The unfortunate circumstance of a defensive player who is carrying the football carelessly en-route to a touchdown after a turnover and an opposing player comes from behind and punches the ball out.