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"About Football Glossary - Defensive Lineman"

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Definition: The players who line up on the defensive line and are responsible for stopping the run on running plays and rushing the quarterback on passing plays.

Examples: The defensive line is comprised of a combination of defensive tackles or nose tackles, and defensive ends.

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