<Dt> dead - ball foul </Dt> <Dd> A penalty committed by either team before or after the play . If it is after, the result of the play stands and the penalty is assessed from the current position of the ball . Pre-snap penalties on the defense do not require the play to be blown dead unless a defensive player has a clear path to the quarterback . On the offense, some penalties stop the play before it begins and some do not . A dead ball foul that does not stop play cannot be declined . A frequent dead ball foul is delay of game . </Dd> <Dd> A cornerback or safety position on the defensive team; commonly defends against wide receivers . Generally there are four defensive backs playing at a time; but see nickel back and dime back . </Dd> <Dt> defensive end (DE) </Dt>

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