Edge rusher

Defensive ends ("DE") in a 4–3 defense
Outside linebackers ("OLB") in a 3–4 defense

Edge rusher, also called an edge defender or simply edge, is a position in gridiron football. The position is used as an alternate term for a pass rushing defensive end or outside linebacker and is sometimes considered its own position entirely.

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