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

Good

Portrait of Myles Garrett
R1-18
X Factor development
Myles
6'4"272 lbs30 yrs
Garrett
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Portrait of Micah Parsons
R1-11
X Factor development
Micah
6'3"245 lbs27 yrs
Parsons
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Superstar development
Danielle
6'5"263 lbs31 yrs
Hunter
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Superstar development
Brian
6'5"250 lbs28 yrs
Burns
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Portrait of Josh Hines-Allen
X Factor development
Josh
6'5"255 lbs29 yrs
Hines-Allen
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Compatible Schemes

This archetype is used in the following schemes:

Base 3-4

The base 3-4 defense utilizes bigger DL to eat up blockers, allowing four LBs to attack from multiple angles. The 3-4 excels at generating pressure with clever blitzes and is a solid defense against running plays.

Other Right 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.