| Answer | Crossword Clue |
|---|---|
| SAFETY | Defensive backfield position, in football |
| END | Football position: defensive ... |
| RIGHTEND | Football defensive line position |
| TIERCE | Defensive position in fencing |
| LINEBACKER | Defensive stalwart, in football |
| REDZONE | Defensive team's goal line to 20 yard line, in football lingo |
