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defensive lineman

NOUN
nose guard
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Last year, the Rams signed Adams before free agency began, and then signed center Coleman Shelton, defensive lineman Poona Ford and linebacker Nate Landman after it started.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 3, 2026

They traded a couple of picks, including a second-rounder, to acquire defensive lineman Leonard Williams from the Giants.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 9, 2026

Nacua, defensive lineman Kobie Turner, edge rusher Byron Young and offensive lineman Steve Avila are players from the 2023 draft class who are eligible for extensions.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 4, 2026

Former NFL defensive lineman Kevin Johnson was found dead at a homeless encampment in Willowbrook on Wednesday.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 4, 2026

Puts a spin move on Justyce’s defensive lineman and gets the first down.

From "Dear Martin" by Nic Stone




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