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Defense
Base Defense in College Football
In college football, Base Defense means: A team's standard defensive personnel package before substituting extra defensive backs. It is used to describe defense context in college football.
Definition
A team's standard defensive personnel package before substituting extra defensive backs.
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Related Glossary Terms
Nickel DefenseA defensive package with five defensive backs.Dime DefenseA defensive package with six defensive backs.4-3 DefenseA defense with four defensive linemen and three linebackers.3-4 DefenseA defense with three defensive linemen and four linebackers.A-GapThe gap between the center and guard.Assisted TackleA tackle credited to more than one defender.
Last reviewed 2026-04-24