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standout defender refers to someone who is exceptionally good at protecting and defending their team or position in sports. They are highly skilled and noticeably better than others in their ability to prevent the opponent from scoring or progressing.
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He was
the standout defender at the senior bowl so there's that.
Eric Baily has been
the standout defender for United so far, but the Ivorian's injury has led to a downfall for the Red side of Manchester ever since.