October 13, 2012; Pasadena, CA, USA; Utah Utes defensive tackle Star Lotulelei (92) breaks through the defense of UCLA Bruins center Jake Brendel (54) during the first half at the Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports

Defensive Tackles

It starts up front and in the trenches.  Look no further than a guy like Haloti Ngata of the world champion Baltimore Ravens to see the difference that an impact defensive tackle can make on a team.  There are a lot of different ways that teams can approach the position, whether they play a 3-4 or 4-3 and different schemes within those base defenses.  It’s one of the most widely varied positions with someone out there for everyone.  (more…)