Defenders with this ability have a slightly increased success rate and cause more fumbles when cut-sticking ballcarriers. Upgrades with POW, STR, and TAK.

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

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.