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Running 'Targeted' Coverage from a Split-Field Structure.

Exploring the use of coverage rotations in the split-field schemes used by the Michigan Wolverines and Baltimore Ravens. This isn't your father's Cover…

22 hrs ago

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The Saints Stubbie Coverage vs. the Packers

I examine a clip from the Saints/Packers game that illustrates how Stubbie coverage is played as well as how offenses attack it. Plus, a look at a…

Apr 13

22:46

The Browns Double Edge Pressure vs. the Ravens

To keep Lamar Jackson in the pocket, Cleveland's Defensive Coordinator Jim Schwartz used a double edge blitz path to build a wall around the mobile QB.

Apr 11

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MatchQuarters ICYMI - Week of 4/8/24

Here's what you missed (or didn't) from MatchQuarters... Plus, a clinic on the Saints' Stubbie coverage vs. the Packers.

Apr 12

7:45

Fitting Counter GT with the Oregon Ducks.

I examine how the Oregon Ducks fit a common gap scheme in their game with the Washington Huskies, who use 'push' motion to create space in the box.

Apr 9

The Atlanta Falcons 'Soft' Bracket

Exploring newly appointed Jacksonville Jaguars defensive coordinator Ryan Nielsen's Bracket coverage against the Carolina Panthers.

Apr 8

6:24

The Steelers Double Bracket

In the Red Zone, Pittsburgh used a Double Bracket concept to cut off the LA Rams' two best WRs, Cooper Kupp and Puka Nacua.

Apr 6

MatchQuarters ICYMI - Week of 4/1/24

Here's what you missed (or didn't) from MatchQuarters... Plus, a clinic on 'Double Bracket' via the Steelers/Rams matchup.

Apr 5

15:32

The Raiders Boss (Load) Wrap Stunt

Las Vegas used an overload front to isolate their star DE Maxx Crosby against the Colts. I detail how they used the Boss Front and a Wrap stunt to…

Apr 4

59:15

The Art of X Show: Mike Macdonald and the New Look Seahawks

I talked to Matty Brown of 'Seahawks on Tape' about newly appointed Seattle Seahawks Head Coach Mike Macdonald, the moves the team has made thus far, …

Apr 3 •

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Vic Fangio's 3-Site

Exploring The Eagles' Vic Fangio's Innovative Approach to Building Reads in Cover 3 - Analysis of 3-Site And Film Review

Apr 2

The Carolina Panthers' Early Down Safety Pressure: Base Rain/Lightning

Ejiro Evero has made a name for himself in NFL circles as one of the league's best defensive coordinators. Against his opponents in the NFC South, he…

Apr 1

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