2. • The 4-3 defense was created by Hall of Fame coach Tom Landry.
• Defense consists of a fluid pass rusher, a good middle linebacker, and
zone coverage.
• Geared to stop the run, but has the players needed to force the
quarterback into bad decisions.

3. The 4-3 defense has four
down lineman. Two
defensive ends and two
defensive tackles. Three
linebackers, a
Mike, Will, and a Same
linebacker. Two cornerbacks
and two safeties.

4. - Jarad Allen
Key players in the 4-3 defense are the
defensive ends. These players rush the
quarterback and force the quarterback into
bad decisions.
Julius Peppers -

5. Another key component to the 4-3
defense is the Middle Linebacker. The
Middle Linebacker is the quarterback of
every defense. He calls plays, makes
tackles, and is expected to make key
plays.
Jon Beason -
- Patrick Willis

6. - Nnamdi Asomugha
Troy Polamalu-
The last component of the 4-3 defense is
cornerbacks and safeties. The defensive line
and linebackers stop the run and force teams
to pass. Therefor, the safeties and linebackers
need to be able to cover ground and make
plays.
- Jonathan Joseph

7. Zone blitz-
The 4-3 defense has a variety of plays and schemes that
go with it.
- Cover 2
Cover 3 -

8. Why the 4-3?
 Easy.
 Simple.
 Fun.
 The 4-3 is used with mostly all little league, high school,
college and some pro teams.

9. Quick explanation of the 4-3.