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Old 07-01-2005, 11:49 AM   #20
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Originally Posted by Gaz

In general terms, the Strong Safety is oriented more towards run defense. He often lines up closer to the LOS. The Free Safety is oriented more towards pass defense. He is generally lined up behind the CBs and is the proverbial last ditch defense.

Speaking in very general terms again, the SS is bigger, while the FS is faster.

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Thank you Gaz. I just found a Football For Dummies site that goes over all this. I can't believe I never looked before.
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