3-4 Defense Formation Explained: Positions and Strategy Guide #1354784 (License: Personal Use)

This diagram illustrates the standard 3-4 defensive formation, featuring three down linemen (two defensive ends and one nose tackle) and four linebackers (two inside MLBs and two outside WLB/SLB). Cornerbacks (CBs) are positioned wide to cover receivers, completing the base structure used by many NFL teams for its flexibility against both run and pass plays.

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