Assertion: linebacker | /r/CapableOf | make tackle
Facets:
value: without shedding blocks
type: MANNER
value: versus wilson
type: OTHER
value: behind the line of scrimmage
type: LOCATION
value: on any given play
type: TEMPORAL
Source sentences:
text: This drill requires the player to weave through two bags before he makes a tackle.
text: A normal defensive scheme will have the defensive linemen holding their ground on blockers while the defensive backs in the secondary are locked in pass coverage, so the linebackers are usually the ones making the tackle on any given play.
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: And the result is a negative play for the Seahawks after the linebacker works to the edge of the defense and makes a tackle versus Wilson behind the line of scrimmage.
text: This allows the linebackers to "flow downhill" and make tackles without shedding blocks.
text: Since he is set back from the line of scrimmage, he must get to the ball carrier as quickly as possible and make the tackle.
text: If grass shows, the linebacker attacks the grass at 45 degrees to one yard beyond the line of scrimmage, then pursues ball carrier inside out to make the tackle.
text: On most plays, a defensive lineman holds up a blocker or two, and the linebacker makes the tackle.