She began the season 'on offense' [=playing on the part of the team that tries to score points or goals], but her coach later put her on defense.
I 'mean no offense' [=I do not want to offend anyone], but isn't there someone more qualified for the job?
Penalties for a first 'offense' range from fines to jail time.
(..) Hobbits. Four Hobbits! What's more,out of the Shire by your talk. What business brings you to Bree? We wish to stay at the inn. Our business is our own. All right,young sir. I meant no offense. It's my job to ask questions after nightfall. There's talk of strange folk abroad. Can't be too careful. (..)2001 The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring