The other defenders must play in the gaps between the passing lanes, and try to deny or intercept the pass.

All defensive team members are capable of tackling the ball carrier, but only the player-controlled team member may attempt to intercept a pass.

He intercepted a pass and deflected five others.

He intercepted a pass for a four-yard return and deflected six others.

He intercepted a pass, deflected six others and returned 28 punts for 193 yards (6.9 avg).