41.   If the defense plays man-to-man, Gadzuric and Moiso look to score.

42.   In truth, the defense played a solid game and deserved a better fate.

43.   It changes us and it changes how defenses play us.

44.   It depends on how the defense plays you.

45.   It is no coincidence that the New England defense has played two stronger games than it had been playing since Eaton returned after a leg injury.

46.   It is not often that a defense plays musical chairs with its linebackers.

47.   It made the Dallas defense play on its heels, and it kept making big third-down plays.

48.   It is safe to say the offense has caught up to the level the defense has played at this season.

49.   Its defense played like champions all season.

50.   IV. The Broncos defense must play with perfect technique.