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About Football Glossary - Defensive Tackle

By James Alder, About.com

Definition: A defensive player who lines up on the interior of the defensive line.
Examples: The duties of a defensive tackle include stopping the running back on running plays, getting pressure up the middle on passing plays, and occupying blockers so the linebackers can roam free.
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