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Defense
Front in College Football
In college football, Front means: The defensive alignment near the line of scrimmage, usually describing linemen and linebackers. It is used to describe defense context in college football.
Definition
The defensive alignment near the line of scrimmage, usually describing linemen and linebackers.
How CFB Track Uses It
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Related Glossary Terms
Defensive LineThe defensive front that lines up closest to the ball.Odd FrontA defensive front with an odd number of down linemen, often three.Even FrontA defensive front with an even number of down linemen, often four.3-4 DefenseA defense with three defensive linemen and four linebackers.4-3 DefenseA defense with four defensive linemen and three linebackers.A-GapThe gap between the center and guard.
Last reviewed 2026-04-24