Defense
What is Spy in college football?
In college football, Spy means: A defender assigned to mirror and contain a mobile quarterback. It is used to describe defense context in college football.
Quick Answer
In college football, Spy means: A defender assigned to mirror and contain a mobile quarterback. It is used to describe defense context in college football.
Definition
A defender assigned to mirror and contain a mobile quarterback.
How CFB Track Uses It
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Related Glossary Terms
QuarterbackThe offensive player who usually takes the snap and directs the offense.ContainA responsibility to keep the ball carrier or quarterback from escaping outside.LinebackerA second-level defender who plays behind the defensive line against both 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.A-GapThe gap between the center and guard.
Last reviewed 2026-04-24