In 1978, they were considered the strength of the Charger's defense.

The Kings were coming off their most successful season ever, built largely on the strength of their defense and goaltending.

Shinjo was a star in Japan on the strength of his defense.

The Giants, though, do not want to give up any edge on their pass rush, which is the strength of their defense.

St. Anthony's, a dominating offensive force during its reign in the 1990's, will challenge this season on the strength of its defense.

The strength of their defense is right up the gut.

However, McNeil was confident in the strength of his defense and refused to surrender.

The strength of the Giants' defense is the front seven.

Last week, they won on the strength of their defense and special teams, while their offense stalled repeatedly.

The Hoyas stayed in most games on the strength of their defense, which forces numerous turnovers.