71.  As the most feared defensive player of his time, Taylor defined the position of outside linebacker.

72.  Four defensive players have been suspended for the season for either academic or legal problems.

73.  Free safety Shaun Williams, who was named defensive player of the week against Washington, won't play because of a knee sprain suffered Tuesday in practice.

74.  Free-agent receiver Chad Luttrull did not have a defensive player within 10 yards of him when he dropped a pass on a crossing route last Saturday.

75.  From the baseline to the foul line, defensive players can no longer initiate contact with their forearm.

76.  Four of their seven picks were defensive players.

77.  For the past two years, he has been named Virginia's top offensive and defensive player.

78.  Gbandi was voted the tournament's outstanding defensive player.

79.  Giants defensive players, preparing for Sunday's game by watching the Ravens (1-1) on videotape, have noticed a change in Testaverde.

80.  Giants defensive players are getting tired of the musical quarterbacks.