Defense
What is A-Gap in college football?
In college football, A-Gap means: The gap between the center and guard. It is used to describe defense context in college football.
Quick Answer
In college football, A-Gap means: The gap between the center and guard. It is used to describe defense context in college football.
Definition
The gap between the center and guard.
How CFB Track Uses It
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Related Glossary Terms
GapThe space between offensive linemen that defenders are assigned to control.CenterThe offensive lineman who snaps the ball.Defensive TackleAn interior defensive lineman who plays inside against the run and pass.3-4 DefenseA defense with three defensive linemen and four linebackers.4-3 DefenseA defense with four defensive linemen and three linebackers.Assisted TackleA tackle credited to more than one defender.
Last reviewed 2026-04-24