Clear
Clear verb - To rid the surface of (as an area) from things in the way.
Muck up
Muck up verb - To make or do (something) in a clumsy or unskillful way.
Both terms in one sentence
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Their goal is primarily to muck up whatever the offensive line is trying to do: If they're trying to clear a hole for a run, it's their job to plug it and if possible tackle the runner.
Source: Useful Notes / American Football
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