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Defense
Solo Tackle in College Football
In college football, Solo Tackle means: A tackle credited to one defender. It is used to describe defense context in college football.
Definition
A solo tackle is credited when one defender is primarily responsible for stopping the ball carrier.
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Related Glossary Terms
Assisted TackleA tackle credited to more than one defender.TackleA defensive stop that ends the ball carrier's advance.Tackle for LossA tackle that stops the offense behind the line of scrimmage.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