Front shift

DefenseAlignmentDTDENTOLB

What it is

A coordinated pre-snap movement of the whole front from one structure to another.

Why it matters

Differs from a stem in that the entire front changes structure together, usually to change strength declaration or gap assignment after the offense has set.

Also called

Programs call this shifting the front. The Coach answers to any of them.

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