Assertion: linebacker | /r/CapableOf | drop into coverage
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text: Those three players are responsible for engaging the other team's offensive line, allowing the four linebackers to either rush the quarterback or drop back into coverage, depending on the situation.
text: When the guard drops back, the linebacker should either drop in coverage or keep eyes on the fullback.
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: The theory of the system is that a 3–4 structure gives the defense the greatest amount of flexibility because the linebackers are versatile players on defense, capable of rushing the quarterback, tackling runners or dropping into coverage.