Defenders with this ability are much more likely to use faster, more dominant pass rush moves while rushing from the edge of the defense, and have more favorable disengage angles. Upgrades with FMV, PMV, and PUR.

Defenders with this ability will win pass blocks when they correctly use the Guess Play adjustment to predict a pass. Incorrect guesses will result in a chance of a loss. Upgrades with FMV, PMV, and AWR.

Defenders with this ability have a greatly increased chance to receive dominant bull rush wins when their stamina is full. This consumes a small amount of additional stamina. Upgrades with PMV, FMV, and STR.

Defenders with this ability allow fewer broken tackles when hit-sticking ballcarriers - regardless of the runner's size or power, have a larger perfect hit-stick window, and cause more fumbles with them. Upgrades with POW, TAK, and STR.