Boot Camp DL Quiz

Out of our base four front (over), the defensive tackle is responsible for the _ gap.

• A

• B

• C

• D

If "even pinch" is called, the defensive line is responsible for filling which gaps?

• A & B gaps

• C & D gaps

• Both B gaps

• A & C gaps

If "even wide" front is called, what should the DL alignment be?

• 4, 2, 2, 4

• 6, 3, 3, 6

• 5, 3, 3, 5

• 5, 2, 2, 5

What should a DE do when he sees the offensive tackle downblock?

• Hit the quarterback

• Violently shove the downblockers hip and keep shoulders square to the LOS while staying in the C gap

• Hit the RB

• Beat the downblock to fill the B gap

On a pass play, a DL should NEVER be upfield past ___?

• 5 yards

• 7 yards

• 10 yards

• Depth of QB's throwing shoulder

What is the base alignment/assignment of a defensive end?

• Align: 4

  Gap: B

• Align: 6

  Gap: D

• Align: 5

  Gap: C

• Align: 5

  Gap: D

What is the base alignment/assignment of a DT?

• Align: 5

  Gap: C

• Align: 3

  Gap: B

• Align: 1

  Gap: A

• Align: 1

  Gap: B

What is the base alignment/assignment of a NT?

• Align: 3

  Gap: B

• Align: 5

  Gap: B

• Align: 3

  Gap: C

• Align: 1

  Gap: A

What is the name for the strong side DE?

• Pirate

• Stud

• Anchor

• Sam

When playing a team that runs the triple option, which positions are responsible for stopping the dive?

• DE & DT

• DE & NT

• DT & NT

• DE & $