Only 2 blitzes so far in Pre-season

[theogt]

This is what I found with a google search:

A defensive maneuver which is used to put pressure on the quarterback. Blitzes are utilized by linebackers or secondary players in an effort to sack the quarterback.
www.uncoverthenet.com/football-glossary.php - Definition in context

Right. That definition is for a 4-3 defense. When you have a LB or a secondary rushing its a blitz because you already have the 4 linemen and you're adding a 5th rusher. Therefore, 5 players rushing equals a blitz.

 

[Rack]

I'd suggest people not try and prove theogt wrong on this one. A blitz IS when a 5th (or more) player is sent on a given play.


And that definition listed is incorrect. Blitzes aren't JUST to put pressure on a QB. Ever heard of a "Run blitz"?

 

[Bob Sacamano]

I'd suggest people not try and prove theogt wrong on this one. A blitz IS when a 5th (or more) player is sent on a given play.


And that definition listed is incorrect. Blitzes aren't JUST to put pressure on a QB. Ever heard of a "Run blitz"?

guess I just learned something today