Football 101: Basic Positions on Defense - LiveAbout
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Football 101: Basic Positions on Defense Defensive End The defensive end lines up at the end of the defensive line. There usually are two defensive ends, one at either end. ... Defensive Tackle The defensive tackle lines up on the interior of the defensive line. ... Nose Tackle The nose tackle, also known as:the nose guard, lines up directly across from the other team's center. ... Linebacker ... Cornerback ... Safety ... Nickel and Dime Backs ...
Defensive End The defensive end lines up at the end of the defensive line. There usually are two defensive ends, one at either end. ...
Defensive Tackle The defensive tackle lines up on the interior of the defensive line. ...
Nose Tackle The nose tackle, also known as:the nose guard, lines up directly across from the other team's center. ...
Linebacker ...
Cornerback ...
Safety ...
Nickel and Dime Backs ...
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