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front four

American  

noun

Football.
  1. the four defensive players positioned on the line of scrimmage in a common defensive alignment to guard against the run and to rush the passer.


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Saka was part of the front four and Bellingham assisted his first goal with a high quality cross.

From BBC ● Oct. 3, 2026

Milan's back three would drop deep, baiting United's front four to step up and press them.

From BBC ● Aug. 19, 2026

But only one of England's starting front four against Norway - Madueke - will play in the Premier League next season.

From BBC ● Jul. 14, 2026

The Anteaters went on a 3-0 run to make it 15-11, but Hawaii’s front four proved to be a problem as the group sparked a 25-18 set win.

From Los Angeles Times ● May 12, 2026

The front four of Carter was exhausted and barely charging.

From "Friday Night Lights: A Town, A Team, And A Dream" by H.G. Bissinger

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