linebacker

• Defensivspieler im American Football, der hinter der Angriffslinie steht und dafür verantwortlich ist, Laufangriffe zu stoppen, Pässe abzudecken und Druck auf den Quarterback auszuüben.

A defensive player in American football who lines up behind the defensive linemen, responsible for stopping runs, covering passes, and rushing the quarterback.

1. Defensive football playerB2formalamericansport

   A defensive player in American football who lines up behind the defensive linemen and is responsible for stopping runs, covering passes, and rushing the quarterback.

   Verteidigungsspieler im American Football

   • The linebacker made a crucial tackle on the running back.
   • He has been playing linebacker for the team for three seasons.
   • The linebacker intercepted the pass and ran it back for a touchdown.

2. Defensive positionB2formalamericansport

   The specific playing position in American football for a player who lines up just behind the line of scrimmage, often considered the leader of the defense.

   Defensive Position

   • He was drafted to play the linebacker position.
   • The coach praised the linebacker's ability to read the offense.
   • She studied the role of the linebacker in modern football strategies.