Football 101...Training Camp for the Fan.

[ElGringo]

I have been wondering since the draft (it may have been answered and I missed it). I believe the were talking about Jackson being a "5 technique" what is that anyway?

[Coach]

Originally Posted by ElGringo

I have been wondering since the draft (it may have been answered and I missed it). I believe the were talking about Jackson being a "5 technique" what is that anyway?

Using the 3-4 defensive graphic on my previous post, a "5 technique" means that the defensive lineman had his nose on the outside shoulder of the offensive tackle.