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When a defense can anticipate the Zone’s direction, these interior twists can be deadly. In the clip, the Chargers run a NOT stunt (Nose 1st) against a Pistol Split-Zone concept from the Broncos. The line will work to the defensive right, & the stunt uses that movement to cut off the RB. Denver's RB goes wide & is run down by the Nose. Learn more about internal twists on MatchQuarters: --

When a defense can anticipate the Zone’s direction, these interior twists can be deadly. In the clip, the Chargers run a NOT stunt (Nose 1st) against a Pistol Split-Zone concept from the Broncos. The line will work to the defensive right, & the stunt uses that movement to cut off the RB. Denver's RB goes wide & is run down by the Nose. Learn more about internal twists on MatchQuarters: --

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Nice "coffeehouse" blitz by the Buccaneers from a double-mugged alignment vs. the Texans. Tampa is attempting to overload the side of the RB. Both the RB & the RB latch onto the blitzing Safety, leaving no one for the LB working back into the box. --

Nice "coffeehouse" blitz by the Buccaneers from a double-mugged alignment vs. the Texans. Tampa is attempting to overload the side of the RB. Both the RB & the RB latch onto the blitzing Safety, leaving no one for the LB working back into the box. --

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This isn't college tape; this is the NFL. Here is the Arizona Cardinals 3-High Tite Front defense defending a Counter GY from the Cowboys. The coverage rotation sends the Ni to the Post with the two other Safeties working into the Weak Hook and Seam. The move places 3 bodies at the point of attack with one puller to block them. Find more resources on this unique defense at MatchQuarters. Search "Cardinals". --

This isn't college tape; this is the NFL. Here is the Arizona Cardinals 3-High Tite Front defense defending a Counter GY from the Cowboys. The coverage rotation sends the Ni to the Post with the two other Safeties working into the Weak Hook and Seam. The move places 3 bodies at the point of attack with one puller to block them. Find more resources on this unique defense at MatchQuarters. Search "Cardinals". --

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Going to see this defensive "picture" a lot more at the higher levels. Definitely a trend in the NFL. Here is Oklahoma "walking" to a 5-1 look from their Nickel package vs. Texas. --

Going to see this defensive "picture" a lot more at the higher levels. Definitely a trend in the NFL. Here is Oklahoma "walking" to a 5-1 look from their Nickel package vs. Texas. --

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The Cardinals, Chiefs, Vikings, and Buccaneers have led the way in recent years in using open post coverage behind pressure. This year, Tampa remained in the top 10 but reduced its usage, relying more on traditional Fire Zone coverage. With that schematic pivot, Tampa focused heavily on "roll" coverages to "Trap 2's" and non-traditional Tampa coverages. Here is an example of a Safety 5-man pressure with a 2-Roll concept behind it against the Lions. --

The Cardinals, Chiefs, Vikings, and Buccaneers have led the way in recent years in using open post coverage behind pressure. This year, Tampa remained in the top 10 but reduced its usage, relying more on traditional Fire Zone coverage. With that schematic pivot, Tampa focused heavily on "roll" coverages to "Trap 2's" and non-traditional Tampa coverages. Here is an example of a Safety 5-man pressure with a 2-Roll concept behind it against the Lions. --

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Against the Lions, Jeff Hafley wanted to use this Post-to-Buzz rotation in his Inverted 2 scheme. The Post Safety will "steal" the Seam. Because there is a Post Safety to start, the Mike doesn't have to get into the deep middle "right now!" That allows him to reduce his early down conflict. Green Bay was able to get a pick in the Red Zone off this rotation earlier in the game. --

Against the Lions, Jeff Hafley wanted to use this Post-to-Buzz rotation in his Inverted 2 scheme. The Post Safety will "steal" the Seam. Because there is a Post Safety to start, the Mike doesn't have to get into the deep middle "right now!" That allows him to reduce his early down conflict. Green Bay was able to get a pick in the Red Zone off this rotation earlier in the game. --

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Ohio State majored in Cover 3, and they used their 3-Safety system to get into Tampa looks. Under Matt Patricia, they ran Tampa and Quarters/6 coverages at about the same rate (~17%). Here is a look at a popular 2-Hole "rotation." Show Cover 3/1, "pop" to the Deep 1/2, and let the Post Safety play from depth. --

Ohio State majored in Cover 3, and they used their 3-Safety system to get into Tampa looks. Under Matt Patricia, they ran Tampa and Quarters/6 coverages at about the same rate (~17%). Here is a look at a popular 2-Hole "rotation." Show Cover 3/1, "pop" to the Deep 1/2, and let the Post Safety play from depth. --

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Ohio State with a "3-Thru" concept, overloading the A-gaps of Rutgers. --

Ohio State with a "3-Thru" concept, overloading the A-gaps of Rutgers. --

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This has arguably been Jeff Hafley's #1 pressure call and coverage during his tenure with the Packers. Fully expect this to show up in Miami. Internal sim from an off-ball alignment and Inverted 2 behind it. ...

This has arguably been Jeff Hafley's #1 pressure call and coverage during his tenure with the Packers. Fully expect this to show up in Miami. Internal sim from an off-ball alignment and Inverted 2 behind it. ...

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Toledo's defense acts as a vice when you run into it. The structure is a 5-across 4-2-5 that turns into an 8-man box when you run. Hash Safeties vice the RB. --

Toledo's defense acts as a vice when you run into it. The structure is a 5-across 4-2-5 that turns into an 8-man box when you run. Hash Safeties vice the RB. --

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Ohio State's "Walk" (50) front vs. a Counter GT by Indiana. --

Ohio State's "Walk" (50) front vs. a Counter GT by Indiana. --

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PUNCH THE POCKET!!! 💥 --

PUNCH THE POCKET!!! 💥 --

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There is no better team to watch in regard to playing everything from a 2-High shell than the Panthers. No one does it more often than Carolina. The trend in the NFL is to marry Weak Rotation Cover 3 with Quarters or a Fangio-style "rotational" split field system. --

There is no better team to watch in regard to playing everything from a 2-High shell than the Panthers. No one does it more often than Carolina. The trend in the NFL is to marry Weak Rotation Cover 3 with Quarters or a Fangio-style "rotational" split field system. --

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Ohio State's NFL-style defense was highlighted by the use of a Penny (5-1) alignment within their 4-2 Nickel defense. Arvell Reese (Giants) and Caleb Downs (Cowboys) were the main leverage points of the defense. Below is a look at the hybrid nature of the defense. Reese will cut to the flat once he sees pass, morphing the defense back into a traditional 4-2 weak rotation Cover 3 look. --

Ohio State's NFL-style defense was highlighted by the use of a Penny (5-1) alignment within their 4-2 Nickel defense. Arvell Reese (Giants) and Caleb Downs (Cowboys) were the main leverage points of the defense. Below is a look at the hybrid nature of the defense. Reese will cut to the flat once he sees pass, morphing the defense back into a traditional 4-2 weak rotation Cover 3 look. --

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Indiana was 10th in the nation in Stunt% (PFF). The Hoosiers may have a "small" DL, but they can move. Mix it in with blitzes and... 💥 --

Indiana was 10th in the nation in Stunt% (PFF). The Hoosiers may have a "small" DL, but they can move. Mix it in with blitzes and... 💥 --

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Excellent look at how the Base (3-4) defense for Texas Tech functions. Shiel Woods stems from the Wofford defensive tree, meaning he runs the East Coast 3-4. The system uses "strong" & "weak" reductions (movements) to get into Over or Under looks. Here, the Nickel inserts off the edge with Cover 3 behind it; a standard install in this system. Learn more about the system here: --

Excellent look at how the Base (3-4) defense for Texas Tech functions. Shiel Woods stems from the Wofford defensive tree, meaning he runs the East Coast 3-4. The system uses "strong" & "weak" reductions (movements) to get into Over or Under looks. Here, the Nickel inserts off the edge with Cover 3 behind it; a standard install in this system. Learn more about the system here: --

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Ohio State is running an NFL favorite weak-side overload pressure. This is Mike Macdonald's "Sand" path, but instead of "Deuce" (Palms), the Buckeyes run it as a traditional Fire Zone (3u/3d). --

Ohio State is running an NFL favorite weak-side overload pressure. This is Mike Macdonald's "Sand" path, but instead of "Deuce" (Palms), the Buckeyes run it as a traditional Fire Zone (3u/3d). --

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Oklahoma running a LB "plug" pressure to the TE vs. a QB Power concept by Ole Miss. Match a vertical running play with a vertical pressure. --

Oklahoma running a LB "plug" pressure to the TE vs. a QB Power concept by Ole Miss. Match a vertical running play with a vertical pressure. --

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Seahawks Cover 6 vs. the Patriots. The Quarters Safety is playing vision, back to the passing strength. Cover 2 safety is high, allowing him to sling to the post to make the interception. Elite play by Coby Bryant (8). --

Seahawks Cover 6 vs. the Patriots. The Quarters Safety is playing vision, back to the passing strength. Cover 2 safety is high, allowing him to sling to the post to make the interception. Elite play by Coby Bryant (8). --

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DBs, want to get out of your break faster? - Don't change your pad level. - Stay in your "tuck." D'Angelo Ponds keeps his feet underneath him, breaks on the ball, & finishes the drill! 💥 --

DBs, want to get out of your break faster? - Don't change your pad level. - Stay in your "tuck." D'Angelo Ponds keeps his feet underneath him, breaks on the ball, & finishes the drill! 💥 --

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Seahawks running "Cover 8" (HQQ) against the 49ers. This "Fangio" coverage is now on most 2-High zone teams across the league. --

Seahawks running "Cover 8" (HQQ) against the 49ers. This "Fangio" coverage is now on most 2-High zone teams across the league. --

133,093 views • 5 months ago

The LB position might be the worst-coached position in football. Let me explain... Listen to Let's Talk Ball! wherever you pod. --

The LB position might be the worst-coached position in football. Let me explain... Listen to Let's Talk Ball! wherever you pod. --

60,771 views • 6 months ago

Most defenses sacrifice execution for complexity. 👉 Brent Venables defies the rule. Oklahoma is an absolute outlier—running a massive volume of coverages/pressures while staying elite at all of them. felix johnson & I previewed the CFP Playoffs & more. Links below. ...

Most defenses sacrifice execution for complexity. 👉 Brent Venables defies the rule. Oklahoma is an absolute outlier—running a massive volume of coverages/pressures while staying elite at all of them. felix johnson & I previewed the CFP Playoffs & more. Links below. ...

55,769 views • 7 months ago

For the most part, the Cardinals are a "Build a 3-4" defense from their 3-High structure. One of the Safeties will drop down and become the "Will" LB on most downs. Below is an example of a "Build a 4-2" rotation vs. the Cowboys. This is a true hybrid defense. --

For the most part, the Cardinals are a "Build a 3-4" defense from their 3-High structure. One of the Safeties will drop down and become the "Will" LB on most downs. Below is an example of a "Build a 4-2" rotation vs. the Cowboys. This is a true hybrid defense. --

24,185 views • 2 months ago

Xavier McKinney creates open windows just to slam them shut. 💥 --

Xavier McKinney creates open windows just to slam them shut. 💥 --

38,400 views • 6 months ago

The Mint/Tite packages have been figured out. The Over 4-2-5 has been figured out. Offenses each week presents different challenges. Cookie-cutter defenses don't work. Saban explains this & illustrated why you need to be multiple in '23 vs. UGA. |

The Mint/Tite packages have been figured out. The Over 4-2-5 has been figured out. Offenses each week presents different challenges. Cookie-cutter defenses don't work. Saban explains this & illustrated why you need to be multiple in '23 vs. UGA. |

52,547 views • 1 year ago

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