Defense
What is Missed Tackle in college football?
In college football, Missed Tackle means: A failed tackle attempt by a defender. It is used to describe defense context in college football.
Quick Answer
In college football, Missed Tackle means: A failed tackle attempt by a defender. It is used to describe defense context in college football.
Definition
A failed tackle attempt by a defender.
How CFB Track Uses It
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Related Glossary Terms
TackleA defensive stop that ends the ball carrier's advance.Broken TackleA play where a ball carrier avoids or escapes a tackle attempt.Yards After ContactRushing yardage gained after a ball carrier is contacted by a defender.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