Striker vs Star: Defensive X-Factors in UM vs UF

Photo by Mark Brown/Getty ImagesIn a previous article we, outlined the impact of No. 4 for both teams. Today we throw the defense a bone, highlighting a couple of defenders who have similar roles for their perspective teams and just as big of an impact. We’re talking about the “star” position of the Florida Gators and “striker” for the University of Miami. Are both positions essentially the same job? What are the differences between the two? How do the personnel match up for both sides?

We’ll explore those answers together.

State of The U’s own Justin Dottavio covered Floida’s defense in his Film Room Series a couple of months ago. In the film breakdown, you’ll notice that the Gators employ a…