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What Is The Definition Of Assisted Tackle In Football?
1. An assisted tackle in football is when two or more defenders tackle an opponent at the same time. It is up to the home team’s statistician to determine which player, if any, gets a solo tackle on a play and who is given an assist on a tackle.
Example Of How Assisted Tackle Is Used In Commentary
1. Lewis and Suggs greet the running back in the backfield and will both be credited with an assisted tackle on the play.
Sport The Term Is Used
1. Football