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Originally Posted by Urc Burry
Generally speaking..
DE is exclusively a 4-3 defensive end. Nick Bosa would be labeled a DE
Edge will be a guy who’s more versatile and is a pass rusher who can play end in a 4-3 or OLB in a 3-4. Like Von or Mack
3-4 DEs are usually going to be found in the DT pool. Because they usually need to be at or around 300 lb
This is how I interpret it at least  |
DE, strictly 4-3
EDGE are tweeners, that are a better fit for a 3-4 alignment