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(in sports) the players who try to not allow the opposing team to score; the position or role of these players on the field
a defensive soccer player positioned behind the main defenders to provide additional cover and clearances
the four defensive players, in a soccer match, whose main objective is to stop the opposing team from scoring goals
(American football) a defensive lineman who lines up in the center of the defensive line to stop the run and disrupt the offense
a football player who defends against the run and rushes the quarterback
(American football) a defensive player who stops the run, covers pass receivers, and strike the quarterback when needed
(American football) a defensive player positioned in the center of the field, responsible for coordinating and leading the defense
a defensive player in American football who primarily defends against the run and pass from the outer edges of the defensive formation
a defensive player in American football who covers wide receivers to prevent them from catching passes and defends against deep throws
a defensive back in American football who is the fifth defensive back, often used in passing situations
a defensive player in American football used primarily in situations requiring extra pass coverage
a player in football responsible for preventing the opposing team from completing forward passes and making significant gains
a player who is primarily responsible for defending their team's goal or territory, and preventing the opposing team from scoring
the player who throws the ball toward home plate, aiming to get batters out and prevent runs
a defensive player in baseball who fields positions within the diamond, including first base, second base, shortstop, and third base
a defensive player in baseball who fields positions in the outfield, including left field, center field, and right field
a cricket player positioned on the boundary or deep in the field who catches high balls and stops runs
(baseball) an infielder who plays near first base and catches throws to get batters out
a defensive player positioned on the left side of the field or court in field hockey and soccer
a versatile defensive player in soccer, often acting as a sweeper, positioned behind the main line of defense
a volleyball player who specializes in quick attacks and blocking in the center of the net
a key player in soccer responsible for both defending and attacking, often positioned in the middle of the field
a soccer player positioned centrally who primarily focuses on defending and breaking up the opposition's attacks
(volleyball) a player known for exceptional defensive skills, particularly in receiving serves and digging balls
a player in American football who prevents defensive players from tackling the ball carrier or quarterback
a player in ice hockey, whose primary role is to defend their team's goal and prevent the opposing team from scoring
(basketball) the defensive players responsible for guarding the opposing team's guards
a defensive player in American football who defends against long passes and provides extra coverage in the secondary
