Defensive end

Defensive end Everson Griffen with the Minnesota Vikings (No. 97 in white jersey) rushing Chicago Bears quarterback Jay Cutler (No. 6 in navy blue jersey) at Soldier Field in 2014

Defensive end (DE) is a defensive position in the sport of gridiron football.

This position has designated the players at each end of the defensive line, but changes in formations over the years have substantially changed how the position is played.

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