Defenders with this ability have an increased chance to avoid fakeouts and succeed when using conservative, diving, or strip tackles. Upgrades with TAK and PUR.

Defenders with this ability have greatly improved run shed moves and disengage angles for a better chance at stopping inside run plays. Upgrades with BSH, POW, and TAK.

Defenders with this ability do not need to spend stamina on shed attempts during a run play and their run sheds are more effective. Upgrades with BSH and STR.