Assertion: linebacker | /r/CapableOf | make play
Facets:
value: on the field
type: LOCATION
value: on the ball
type: LOCATION
Source sentences:
text: Linebackers must be strong enough to take on a 300-pound lineman and make a tackle, but they must also be elusive enough to drop into coverage and make a play on the ball.
text: This gives me a count of tackles made and missed, but also a picture of where on the field the linebacker is making his plays.
text: In particular, the nose tackle, who plays over the offensive center, must be able to hold ground and to occupy several offensive blockers to allow the linebackers to make plays.
text: In particular, the nose tackle, who plays over the offensive center, must be able to hold ground and to occupy several offensive blockers in order to allow the linebackers to make plays.
text: The three down lineman must be able to control the running lanes, execute an effective pass rush, and be able to keep the opposing offensive line occupied so that the linebackers can make plays.
text: Defensive linemen in this system tend to be stouter, as they need to be able to hold their place without being overwhelmed in order to allow the linebackers behind them to make plays.