Shutdown

Shutdown defenders have the talent to erase receivers from the game. When they enter the zone, their coverage is tighter and interceptions are more frequent on contested catches.

Deep Out Zone KO

Defenders with this ability force more catch knockouts and react quicker in deep zone coverage, 20+ yards from the LoS and outside the hash marks.

Medium Route KO

Defenders with this ability force more catch tackle knockouts in man-to-man versus medium routes, 10-20 yards from the LoS.

One Step Ahead

Defenders with this ability generally react much faster to receiver cut moves when in man coverage

Inside Shade

Defenders with this ability generally react much faster to receiver cut moves when in man coverage and inside the numbers

Outside Shade

Defenders with this ability generally react much faster to receiver cut moves when in man coverage and outside the numbers