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Positions
Strong Safety in College Football
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In college football, Strong Safety means: A safety often used closer to the line of scrimmage or against stronger offensive formations. It is used to describe positions context in college football.
Definition
A safety often used closer to the line of scrimmage or against stronger offensive formations.
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Related Glossary Terms
Safety (Scoring Play)A two-point score for the defense, usually when the offense is tackled or commits certain fouls in its own end zone.Run FitA defender's assigned responsibility against the run.BoxThe area near the line of scrimmage where defenders align to stop the run.CenterThe offensive lineman who snaps the ball.CornerbackA defensive back who primarily covers wide receivers.Defensive EndA defensive lineman who plays on the edge of the line.
Last reviewed 2026-04-24