Defenders with this ability have improved run shed moves and disengage angles for a better chance at stopping runs within 5 yards of the goal line. Upgrades with BSH, TAK, and STR.

Defenders with this ability will dominantly win run blocks when they correctly use the Guess Play adjustment to predict a run. Incorrect guesses will result in a high chance of a loss. Upgrades with BSH and TAK.

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