Run Stopper

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Run Stopper

Plays to penetrate their gap assignment to stuff runs before they get started.

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Strengths

  • Stuffs runs before they get started
  • Penetrates gap assignment
  • Strong against the run

Weaknesses

  • Often a liability in pass rush
  • Less effective vs. pass-heavy offenses

Most Relevant Attributes

Block SheddingTacklePlay RecognitionPursuitHit PowerPower Moves

Archetype Fit Players

Perfect

Portrait of Maxx Crosby
R1-25
X Factor development
Maxx
6'5"255 lbs29 yrs
Crosby
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Portrait of Will Anderson Jr
R1-30
Superstar development
Will
6'4"243 lbs24 yrs
Anderson Jr
Texans logoLEDGE
Portrait of Nick Bosa
X Factor development
Nick
6'4"266 lbs28 yrs
Bosa
49ers logoLEDGE
Portrait of Aidan Hutchinson
X Factor development
Aidan
6'6"265 lbs26 yrs
Hutchinson
Lions logoLEDGE
Portrait of T.J. Watt
X Factor development
T.J.
6'4"252 lbs31 yrs
Watt
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Compatible Schemes

This archetype is used in the following schemes:

3-4 Under

The 3-4 Under adds even more flexibility with linebackers that can line up on the defensive line. Using bigger linebackers, the defense looks to switch the roles play to play to keep the offense off balance.

4-3 Quarters

Quarters, also known as Cover 4, is a scheme that puts four defenders deep, but allows for opportunities to split the field in man and zone coverage. As such, 4-3 Quarters is a good match against versatile offenses like Spreads.

46 Defense

The 46 Defense features 8 players in the box, and a weak side defensive line shift. Designed to confuse blocking assignments and bring heavy blitzes to outman and overwhelm offenses.

Other Left Edge Archetypes

Power Rusher

Knocks linemen off balance with strength to blast through blockers on their way to the quarterback.

Speed Rusher

Uses quickness and fancy moves to dart around slow offensive linemen.