The Panthers play a rugged, man-to-man defense that demands a lot of effort.

With the Cowboys, he played mostly man-to-man defense.

This has helped Texas develop a distinct image, predicated on a fast-break offense that is complemented by physical, man-to-man defense.

The Friars also flashed a little more man-to-man defense, as they were primarily a zone team last season.

He can play great man-to-man defense or roam the field in a zone.

"I was telling them to play me a little man," said Fitzgerald, who was hoping to see man-to-man defense.

Carson, who had wanted to put in an aggressive, man-to-man defense, was stymied.

But I know Gene will show man-to-man defense and an uptempo game using the 3-point shot a lot.

"We play man-to-man defense and run the red offense."

In that game and in most others, the Falcons played man-to-man defense almost exclusively.