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About Football Glossary - Defensive Line

By James Alder, About.com

Definition: The defensive players who line up on the line of scrimmage opposite the offensive linemen. A team's first line of defense.
Pronunciation: di fens' iv - lin
Examples: The defensive line is usually made up of the biggest defensive players, including defensive ends and tackles.
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