Keeping up with defense, I decided that I have to take a look at the Ravens scheme from last year. While Lamar Jackson and the offense got most of the credit, Defensive coordinator Don “Wink” Martindale was outstanding last year. Listening to NFL broadcasts, have you ever heard an announcer compliment a defensive coordinator forContinue reading “2019 Ravens Defensive Scheme: Pure Aggression”
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Defensive Line Technique
Defensive line play, schematically, is probably the simplest position to understand. There aren’t many things defensive lineman have to do. As opposed to the secondary, where in some defensive systems (think Saban at Alabama) there is a check for every single offensive formation that is signaled in by the coaches. Defensive backs must be ableContinue reading “Defensive Line Technique”
2019 Dolphins: 3rd Down Pressure
The 2019 Miami Dolphins were written off before the season started. just before the season, they traded away starting LT Laremy Tunsil. Then, they traded away former 1st round pick and versatile defensive back Minkah Fitzpatrick during the season. The slogan “Tank for Tua” was thrown around by media and fans. Something that fans andContinue reading “2019 Dolphins: 3rd Down Pressure”
Why Vic Fangio is a defensive genius
When thinking of the best defensive minds in football, most will say Bill Belichick or Wade Phillips. Recently, Ravens’ defensive coordinator Don “Wink” Martindale has put himself into the conversation due to the ravens top defense under his watch over the last two years. One guy that many forgot about is Vic Fangio. He madeContinue reading “Why Vic Fangio is a defensive genius”
Third down fronts to create pressure
The Patriots defensive scheme is a master at creating pressure without blitzing. No, I am not talking about simulated pressure, as I have talked about in previous posts. An effective pass rush plan doesn’t always mean sacks. Sometimes it can be a balanced rush that keeps the quarterback in the pocket and prevents him fromContinue reading “Third down fronts to create pressure”
Patriots scheme: 3rd down coverages
The Patriots and Bill Belichick may not always have the league’s best defense in terms of yards, but they are always among the best in scoring defense. Their ability to limit points has always complimented their high scoring offense. The Patriots defense is always strong on 3rd down and in the red area. The PatriotsContinue reading “Patriots scheme: 3rd down coverages”
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