Defenders with this ability have 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 have an improved chance to succeed at catch tackle knockouts, and a longer knockout window, in man-to-man versus short routes less than 10 yards from the LoS. Upgrades with MCV, AWR, and ACC.

Defenders with this ability will cause increased fatigue penalties when tackling a ballcarrier with a non-conservative tackle. Upgrades with TAK and POW.