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defensive lineman

NOUN
nose guard
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Udeze, from the class of 2000, was an All-American defensive lineman at USC and later first-round draft choice.

From Los Angeles Times • May 5, 2026

Last year, the Rams signed Adams before free agency began, and then signed center Coleman Shelton, defensive lineman Poona Ford and linebacker Nate Landman after it started.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 3, 2026

They traded a couple of picks, including a second-rounder, to acquire defensive lineman Leonard Williams from the Giants.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 9, 2026

Patriots defensive lineman Milton Williams played last season for the Super Bowl-champion Philadelphia Eagles.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 4, 2026

Crystal can turn into a full-on defensive lineman when she wants to.

From "The Benefits of Being an Octopus" by Ann Braden




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