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Dime Back

What does Dime Back Mean?

The sixth defensive back deployed in the dime package defensive scheme.


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Sporting Charts explains Dime Back

A base defense calls for four defensive backs, consisting of two safeties and two cornerbacks. The nickel package utilizes a fifth defensive back, leaving the dime package for the sixth.

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