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Football terms defined
MightyGiants:
It's always helpful to understand and be able to use the proper terms. Here are some websites that define most of the terms used.
http://www.bigblueinteractive.com/glossary/
http://www.4malamute.com/definitions101.html
http://www.footballoutsiders.com/glossary_general.php
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nygiants1086:
Anyone know why the MLB SLB and WLB are called Mike Sam and Will?
akrdjr3340:
believe it or not....I think they were just names given to the part of the field in which they played...
Sam - Strong side.
Mike - Middle
Will - Weak Side
Now if there is a certain reason why it was those names, that I am not too sure about.
MightyGiants:
I believe the names were given to make it easier to call plays. They are most likely derived from the name alphabet with Mike substituting for Mary. Because it's not official, there are sometimes variations such as the Mac being substituted for Mac.
vette:
Mike - The 'M' represents the 'M' in middle linebacker. In a 4-3 formation, the Mike (sometimes referred to as the 'Inside' or 'Mack' linebacker) is the middle linebacker. In a 3-4 formation, the Mike is weak side middle linebacker, since there are two middle linebackers. (Weak refers to the non-tight end side, strong refers to the tight end side.)
Will - The 'W' represents the 'W' in weak side inside linebacker. In a 4-3 as well as 3-4 defense, this is the inside linebacker on the weak side.
Sam - The 'S' represents strong side linebacker. In a 4-4 defense the strong safety plays just like a linebacker, but also has the option of dropping back into the safety position if the offense lines up with a one, or no back set. In a 4-3 scheme, the Sam linebacker plays the strong side. In the 3-4, the Sam is the outside linebacker on the strong side.
Ted - The 'T' represents the 'T' in tight end. In a 4-3, the Ted is not used. In a 3-4 and 4-4 scheme, the Ted is the middle linebacker on the strong side.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Linebacker
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