| Clue | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Heroic football defense when one's opponents are on the verge of a touchdown | New York Times Easy Mode | 23 Sep 2026 |
| Defensive effort in the red zone | New York Times | 18 Sep 2026 |
| Defensive play near the end zone | Universal | 30 Nov 2024 |
| Defense of three feet? | ||
| Tree holder, in an indoor football game? | ||
| Phrase from the sports page. |