Players start on outside shoulder. Bring extra attackers in with pads to simulate attacking backline.
Start with each defender making a tackle and progress to actual functioning defensive unit
Line speed and alignment are paramount. Communication!
14 and 15 with pads to come into line to make defence talk and identify the threat.
in more ways than one
in more ways than one
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