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Short-area quickness improving for UNC's defensive front


A new term surfaced this past spring, at least with respect to how North Carolina’s defensive coaches speak with the media. It first came from defensive coordinator when describing tackle . "He’s got really good short-area quickness, toughness, brings a presence to the middle of the defense," Chizik said. Short-area quickness? (Tar Heel Illustrated)

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Short-area quickness improving for UNC's defensive front