A LOLB or left outside linebacker has essentially the same role as his counterpart on the right side of the ball, which is to either fill a gap, blitz the run or pass, drop off into zone coverage, or defend an eligible receiver on his side of the center. Specific duties of this position may differ depending on the scheme type being run, but in general, as a defensive player on a football team, a linebacker pretty much has to prevent touchdowns by tackling ball-carriers and forcing turnovers.
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