Defenders with this ability have an improved chance to force catch knockouts, a longer knockout window, and react quicker in any mid-field zone coverage, less than 20 yards from the LoS inside the numbers and 10-20 outside. Upgrades with ZCV, PRC, and AWR.

Defenders with this ability will have an increased chance to win impact blocks against receivers and running backs. Upgrades with BSH, TAK, and AWR.

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