on the defensive

Example Sentences

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"Just wanted to come out early in the game and set a tone for us on the defensive end," Leonard said.

From Barron's

"When you think he should be on the defensive, he's able to use that core strength and come back on the offensive."

From BBC

The Chargers re-signed Teair Tart to a three-year contract Monday, keeping their anchor on the defensive line.

From Los Angeles Times

But Messerschmidt now finds himself on the defensive.

From Los Angeles Times

USC still managed to add five players on the defensive end, including one of the top defensive backs available in Iowa State’s Jontez Williams.

From Los Angeles Times