nose tackle

Example Sentences

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This isn’t a one-off gag or stunt—Cillo’s actually doing this, practicing at nose tackle, full pads and a helmet, for the Division III Lycoming College Warriors in Williamsport, Pennsylvania.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 16, 2025

Defensive tackle Devan Thompkins burst through the line on second down to tip Browne’s pass into the air, where it landed in the outstretched arms of massive nose tackle Jamaal Jarrett.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 13, 2025

Pepe, as one of just three players pushing 300 pounds on USC’s defense, is among the few hefty options able to naturally fill that void at nose tackle.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 7, 2024

For veteran Jarran Reed, who is listed as a nose tackle, it means he will likely see significant snaps playing as an end as well as his usual role inside.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 4, 2024

The Rams also selected Florida State defensive tackle Braden Fiske in the second round and Saturday added Washington State edge rusher Brennan Jackson in the fifth and Clemson nose tackle Tyler Davis in the sixth.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 27, 2024