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The ins and outs of defense.(Kickoff)
THERE'S AN OLD SAYING THAT defense wins championships. With that in mind, we have a special section this issue--"Defense Rules"--that is devoted to the men whose job it is to stop ball carriers.
The section kicks off with a story on the 3-4 defense, which is back in fashion again thanks to the success of teams like the New England Patriots and Pittsburgh Steelers. Numerous teams now are using the 3-4 as their base defense, so it definitely constitutes a trend.
Remember the 46 defense that the Chicago Bears used to win their Super Bowl 20 title? Well, that scheme is back, too. The Baltimore Ravens have dusted it off and are using it this season. The Ravens have turned to it mainly because they think it will give middle linebacker Ray Lewis more of a chance to roam the field and do his thing.
The man overseeing the scheme in Baltimore is Rex Ryan. The name may ring a bell. Rex's father, Buddy Ryan, was the original architect of the 46 with the Bears. It will be interesting to see if the Ravens wind up getting the same types of results from the 46 that the Bears did.
Our special section winds up with a look at defensive ends--and not just the ones who rush the passer with a vengeance. We're more interested in highlighting the well-rounded ends--players like Michael Strahan, Julius Peppers, and Simeon Rice. These guys excel in all aspects of the game, especially when it comes to ...
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...the Colts in Super Bowl XLI, the defense is again on the spot because a shootout...Former Bears defensive coordinator Buddy Ryan of the 1985 champions suggests blitzing...coach Jim Dooley, who helped coach defense under George Halas and defensive...
Source: HighBeam Research, The ins and outs of defense.(Kickoff)