The 62 consists of 6 down linemen, 2 inside linebacker and 3 secondary players (2 corners and 1 safety).
The 62 consists of 6 down linemen, 2 inside linebacker and 3 secondary players (2 corners and 1 safety). This defense is tough against the inside isolation and power plays. The 62 defense is also good for hiding some of your weaker players (minimum play players) in the interior of the line with little chance of giving up large yardage.  Youth football linebackers are sometimes hard to find, so coaches usually can put your two best players at the inside linebacker positions. Having 6 down linemen will also occupy most of the interior gaps. This will leave your two linebackers free from blocks, allowing them to make plays.