Sentences with phrase «on defensive side»

You've immediately put yourself on the defensive side of things and have to work your way around a preconceived notion.

«Something important was that the team played very well together on the defensive side,» Balderrama said.

The perspective he gained on the defensive side of litigation proves valuable for current clients, who appreciate Mr. Gallagher's well - rounded and realistic analysis of their legal options.

New on the defensive side are Boost towers, small platforms that not only serve to block aliens from progressing, but also allow other towers to be built upon them for improved stats, as well as new upgrade options, like more firepower for towers, or the ability to reveal invisible enemies or disable enemy shields.

Bonus points because protagonist Stefan Djordjevic is a safety — you don't see many football movies about guys on the defensive side of the ball, let alone guys in the secondary.

«Finally, I do think there will be one more signing and that will be on the defensive side of things.»

While the goals were nice, DDR's real contribution has always been on the defensive side of the ball, and brother, Danielino was back with a vengeance this season.

Much of the nationwide attention that's currently surrounding the University of Michigan's football program involves the overall resurgence of the program under former Wolverine Jim Harbaugh, as well as the sheer dominant performances on the defensive side of the ball under the guidance of D.J. Durkin.

Berardi even bests Perisic on the defensive side of the ball, too.

Sometimes we lost offensive potential by focusing on our defensive side, but every time we attacked we had chances.

While most fans might question his leadership abilities, there was very little to prove otherwise on his defensive side of play.

I think he's a good player and I think he just needs to work on the defensive side of his game, but I would have played him on the left when Monreal came off, because the game is done and Palace were offering nothing.

The numbers are decent, but not overly impressive on the defensive side of the ball.

He helps on the defensive side, he knows how to assist, and to score goals.

They have been very benevolent on the defensive side permitting 5.1 yards per rush versus teams normally getting 4.4, 8.1 passing yards per attempt to 7.5 and 6.4 yards per play to 5.7.

On the defensive side of the ball, Buffalo could solidify the defensive tackle position with Vita Vea or Da'Ron Payne or grab cornerback Denzel Ward, who has slipped in this mock.

They just suffered some injuries on the defensive side including J.J. Watt, but they have to be pleased with the early play of Deshaun Watson.

On the defensive side of things, Miranda is also back to continue his impressive partnership with Milan Skriniar.

We'll be stronger on the defensive side, where I think we really got hurt, either because of injuries or because the guys hadn't played together» — James Pallotta.

Jalen Ramsey's flashes of versatility on the defensive side of the ball give Florida State defensive coordinator Charles Kelly all... more

Derwin James is a freakishly athletic safety that has the ability to play anywhere on the defensive side of the football.

The more rock - solid on the defensive side of the ball in that grouping is Arizona forcing 3.1 more.

«He helped me a lot on the defensive side of things.

On the other side Alberto Moreno would take up a more all - encompassing left wing back position, keeping an eye on the defensive side of his role, even when the team had the ball.

Quickly adjusting to the unique demands of the frenetic Premier League, Coutinho realised it was important to work on the defensive side of his game.

It is apparent that his skill set calls more for a four man defense, but he was still able to aid the team both on the defensive side of the ball and the offensive.

On the defensive side of things, the teams who see less of the ball, and therefore have more defending to do, tend to dominate the numbers.

The more rock - solid on the defensive side of the ball in that grouping is Chicago by 1.4.

On the defensive side (what little Liverpool had to do), the whole game, he was not dribbled past.

He could do with a bit of work on the defensive side of the game, but that will come with time.

The more rock - solid on the defensive side of the ball in that grouping is Denver forcing 3.3 more.

Arsenal, on the other hand, have struggled to figure out the right balance, especially on the defensive side of the ball.

The Spartans do really well on the defensive side of the court and in transition, but the half court offense needs to improve.

The kaleidoscopic puzzles that opened on the defensive side of the ball on every play simply were not as puzzling to him as they were to everyone else.

Boniek really struggled on the defensive side of the ball.

i thought flamini and ramsey were doing ok but wilshere, ozil and walcott let them down on the defensive side.

So Mata worked and worked on the defensive side of his game.

Tyrone Mears was a capable right back and his departure leaves a significant and important spot to fill, but I think veteran Brad Evans will probably be just fine in his place, at least on the defensive side of things.

Lampard was talking about Ramsey and saying that although he is impressed with the talent and attacking intent that Rambo showed in his two starts back in the central position vacated by the injury hit Santi Cazorla, he feels that the Arsenal star needs to focus more on the defensive side of things, especially in games against bigger teams like Man City.

Wenger's biggest priority, IMO, are on the defensive side of the pitch.

Liverpool have finally found a full - back who can do well on the defensive side of the game and also provide options when going forward.

On the defensive side of the ball, Darren Sharper is a solid safety along with defensive lineman Will Smith and linebacker Johnathan Vilma.

As long as he keeps doing what he has been doing on the defensive side, that would be great.

This past season Cal regressed significantly, going just 5 - 7 and struggling on the defensive side of the ball.

I wasn't getting butthurt because Alabama was flagged, I was just just trying to note that UTSA had some pretty solid coaches on the defensive side of the ball (especially for a D2 program) who presumably worked with Davenport.

He can't organise a team, nor puts focus on defensive side of the game.

Yes, we can be countered, but Ramsey and Cazorla are actually quite good as a 2 on the defensive side of things, at least agains the smaller teams.

Gabriel is 6ft 2in tall and can also play at right - back and left - back if needed, and has been compared to the ex-Chelsea centre - back David Luiz, but Wenger believes that Gabriel is much more concentrated on the defensive side of the game.

Also noteworthy is that although the number one overall pick has been named Rookie of the Year six times, none of them have been on the defensive side of the ball.

Rosicky can also be great in this role as long as he remains disciplined on the defensive side.