A general name for the defensive players who play against pass or receivers: includes cornerbacks and safeties. Puolustuksen takamies, takakentän pelaaja (Pinomaa)
Also known as a “Cornerback” or “Safety”. These players are responsible for defending or “covering” an offensive player of section of the field during an offensive passing play. Man-to-man Coverage refers to DB defending one offensive receiver. In “Zone Coverage”, the DB is responsible for covering a specific section of the field.
a cornerback or safety position on the defensive team; commonly defends against wide receivers on passing plays. Generally there are 4 defensive backs playing at a time; but see nickel back and dime back.
A defensive back is a player whose main job is to block the pass. They tend to be smaller and faster than linebackers, and they are separated into cornerbacks and safeties.
A secondary player whose function is to prevent an offensive receiver from making a catch. Defensive backs need to be extremely quick.
One of the players whose main duty is to cover wide receivers. Typical defensive formations include five defensive backs: two cornerbacks, two defensive halfbacks, and one safety. ;
Defensive back (DB) is a defensive position in American and Canadian football. Defensive backs are charged with the responsibility of preventing receivers from catching passes. However, similar to other defensive players, defensive backs can also sack the quarterback and tackle running backs.
