Dimeback

The dime defense (4 cornerbacks), lined up against 4 wide receivers on offense. A conventional dime formation would have 4 linemen and only one linebacker.

In

nickelback. The dimeback position is essentially relegated to backup cornerbacks and safeties who do not play starting cornerback or safety positions. Dimebacks are usually fast players because they must be able to keep up on passing plays with 3+ wide receivers

.

Dimebacks are brought into the game when the defense uses a

defensive lineman

in their dime formation.

References

^ Biggs, Brad. "Difference between nickel and dime positions on defense?". Chicago Tribune. Retrieved 2022-08-18.

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[1] Biggs, Brad. "Difference between nickel and dime positions on defense?". Chicago Tribune. Retrieved 2022-08-18.