In this episode, I talk about:

* Quickly review the offseason moves by all four teams in the division

* Highlight how the defenses in this league are primed to make it interesting

* Introduce the DB Havoc metic

* Analyze the Coverage Matrix for all four teams as well as their DB Havoc Rates

* Review free agent signings along with current draft picks to give perspective on scheme

* Everyone is doing grades, but no one is giving you context, which is what this pod aims to do

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In this episode, I talk about:

* How would you define Patrick Graham’s philosophy after working with him and watching his film?

* How is Graham’s approach in ‘23 markedly different than previous years?

* How is Graham creating pressure in the passing game?

* How does the addition of iDL Christian Wilkins (Dolphins) affect the Raiders' defense's overall plan?

* What was the biggest reason for improvement during the season?

* What are the biggest needs for the Raiders defensively heading into the draft? 

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» Connect with Ted:

* Twitter

* YouTube

* Patrick Graham Article (The Athletic)

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In this episode, I talk about:

* Coverage Expense Account

* Basic coverage rotations in Cover 3

* Creating a simple Match 3 (Rip/Liz or 3Y)

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» Articles on the above topics…

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» For a comprehensive breakdown of how I teach & categorize my coverages, check out my full-length book on the topic, Match Quarters - A Modern Guidebook to Split-Field Coverages

» DB 101 Playlist full of quick clinics on techniques, drills, & fundamentals.

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In this episode, I talk about:

* Re-designing Cover 6 (QQH)

* Fangio’s “Zeus” call to target the best WR

* What is Tampa 2?

* Non-Traditional Tampas (NTTs)

* Different variations of NTTs with real-life examples

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» Articles on the above topics…

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» For a comprehensive breakdown of how I teach & categorize my coverages, check out my full-length book on the topic, Match Quarters - A Modern Guidebook to Split-Field Coverages

» DB 101 Playlist full of quick clinics on techniques, drills, & fundamentals.

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In this episode, I talk about:

* Why Bracket is so prevalent at the high levels of football

* Bracket vs Cone & how to adjust the coverage to a stud WR outside

* Why Bracket is the key to modern coverages

* Trap coverage schemes & techniques

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» Articles/Links on the above topics…

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» For a comprehensive breakdown of how I teach & categorize my coverages, check out my full-length book on the topic, Match Quarters - A Modern Guidebook to Split-Field Coverages

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» Last week’s episode:

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In this episode, I talk about:

* Different schemes used to defend Trips

* Solo/Poach Coverage

* Stress Coverage

* Special/Stubbie & Stump Coverage

* Different strategies for defending the backside WR

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» Articles on the above topics…

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» For a comprehensive breakdown of how I teach & categorize my coverages, check out my full-length book on the topic, Match Quarters - A Modern Guidebook to Split-Field Coverages

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In this episode, I talk about:

* Foundations of coverage - Sky/Cloud

* Alignment, assignment, & techniques

* Formation adjustments

* Adjustments in coverage & different techniques

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» For a comprehensive breakdown of how I teach & categorize my coverages, check out my full-length book on the topic, Match Quarters - A Modern Guidebook to Split-Field Coverages

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Last week’s episode…

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In this episode, I talk about:

* Coverages are just shapes / The Geometry of football

* Six words I use to define roles within coverage

* Terms to know / Technique glossary - Split flow vs. Load Flow / Push & Tack-Back

* Defining verticals & Smash Rules

* Alignment basics - Safety spokes

» For a comprehensive breakdown of how I teach & categorize my coverages, check out my full-length book on the topic, Match Quarters - A Modern Guidebook to Split-Field Coverages

Last week’s episode:

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» In this episode, I talk about:

- What is Odd and Even spacing

- Examples of 7, 8, & 9-man run spacing

- Examine different run-fit structures 7-man

Spacing Resources:

» Belly-Key

» Gap Exchanges

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»» In this episode, I talk about how the 49ers:

- Eliminated Lamb

- Closed off the MOF

– Run-throughs

- Forced Dak to throw into contested windows

- Gave up the low throws & played top-down coverage

- Made the other WRs win the game

...& Fred Warner is an alien

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»» In this episode, I talk about:

- Trevor Lawrence's early struggles against the Chargers

- Big play to end the half

- 2nd Half adjustments by the Jags

- Detail several plays that led to an improbable comeback

»» In this episode, I talk about:

- Ways to attack the Flexbone offenses using pressure

- Coverage Pressure - ILB "Pops"

- Field & boundary reductions

- Adjustments

Part 1: Defending the Flexbone

Part 2: Defending the Flexbone - Motions

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In this episode, I talk about:

* Overall thoughts on the transition from Pete Carroll to Mike Macdonald

* The additions of Aden Durde & Leslie Frazier, plus the stability of Karl Scott

* Carroll-Adjacent defenses vs. what Macdonald might run in Seattle

* What is the Macdonald system?

* Analyze the Seahawks’ personnel a project what that might look like

* The loss of Quandre Diggs & Jamal Adams

* Devon Witherspoon as a Swiss army knife

* Matty is an expert on all things Seattle, so this is a must listen!

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»» In this episode, I talk about:

- Defending the basic motions from the Flexbone offense

- How to communicate in a split-field coverage structure

- The How & Why behind defending motions

- Answers for how the offense will attack

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**This is Part 2 of 3, so make sure to tune in next week to learn about applying pressure to the Flexbone offense.

Related Content: Listen to Part 1 of Defending the Flexbone

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»» In this episode, I talk about:

- Defending the Flexbone from a 3-4

- Specific formations & alignments

- Basics of coverage

- Basics of defending motions

- Techniques & responsibilities of all positions

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**This is Part 1 of 3, so make sure to tune in next week to learn how to defend the main motions from the Flexbone offense (Part 3 will cover pressures).

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»» In this episode, I talk about:

- The NFL is a pass-protection league

- How to attack the 3 main pass pros

- How to create 1-on-1 matchups

- 5-O alignments

- Blazers/Split Front

- Broncos vs Texans blitz

- Wrap-up

Read the article: Attacking the Guard in Pass Protection

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»» In this episode, I talk about:

- 5 games I’m looking forward to

- 4 things we learned from last week

- 3 predictions

- 2 articles from the MQ archive

- 1 bias to make you think

External Pod Links:

> Apple:

> Spotify:

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»» In this episode, I talk about:

- 5 games I’m looking forward to

- 4 things we learned from last week

- 3 predictions

- 2 articles from the MQ archive

- 1 bias to make you think

External Pod Links:

> Apple:

> Spotify:

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»» In this episode, I talk about:

- Standard types of Cover 3

- Pros/Cons of MOFC

- Why focus on 3x1?

- Skate, Cross, Skinny, Buzz, & Site

- Wrap-Up

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»» In this episode, I talk about:

- Week 0 Review
- Week 1 Preview
- WVU/Pitt, Oregon/Georgia, Cincy/Arkansas, Utah/Florida, & Notre Dame/Ohio St.
- Wrap Up: What P5 will be upset by the FCS, best game no one is talking about, & biggest surprise team for ‘22

»» Watch on YouTube

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»» In this episode, I talk about:

- In-season format transition for The Art of X Show

- UConn vs Utah St.

- North Texas vs UTEP

- Nebraska vs Northwestern (in Ireland!)

- Review of other Week 0 matchups

- Trends to look for in ‘22

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»» In this episode, I talk about:

- These young QBs are built different

- Math problems/Spatial Darwinism

- Run fits matter & the Defensive Paradox

- Tampa Bay vs Philly Film Study (Exit/Tam)

- Wrap-Up

Article:

Pod Links:

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»» In this episode, I talk about:

- The Spread won & NFL trends

- Why the Fangio system is king & the Mahomes “heat map”

- Spacing & front structures

- Detail Fangio’s Cover 6

- Wrap-up

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Related Content: Flipping the Script (Fangio’s C6)

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In this episode, I talk about:

* A step-by-step process for creating and naming defensive plays

* Why it doesn’t matter what you call things

* Why you should create ‘buckets’ or specific families before you name them

* How to create signals for each of your calls

* Building an inventory and why you should do it

* I go through my simulated pressure, or QB ‘family,’ of calls and their signals

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»» In this episode, I talk about:

- Creepers vs Sims Explained

- Brady, Allen (Mex), & Bears

- Early Down Sim & the Troy Trojans (Why?)

- Favorite Simes: Allen & Mahomes (Mars/Marino)

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Related Content: July ‘22 Blitz of the Month (Troy Sims)

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»» In this episode, I talk about:

- Swiss Army Knife your defense

- Football is a Coverage 1st/Pass 1st game

- Steal, the Air Raid Killer

- Miami’s “Zero” EYES in the Red Zone

- Bracket to the boundary

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Related Content: Three Coverages to carry this Fall

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»» In this episode, I talk about:

- Chiefs' offense isn't fair

- Quads Formations

- Box vs Bingo Bunch coverages

- Bills vs Chiefs

- Poaching the back side Safety

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Related Content: Defending "Quads" Bunch Formations

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In this episode I talk about:

* Blitz vs Pressure & Blitz Rate

* Evolution of the modern defense

* Early-down & non-presentation Simulated Pressures

* W. Virginia defense vs Minnesota offense

* MAC 3 simulated pressure

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Related Content: June ‘22 #BOTM - W. Virginia’s MAC 3

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In this episode I talk about:

* Stepping outside my ecosystem & comfort zone

* Bias & how it affects growth

* Cover 3 basics

* How Bracket was “key”

* Teaching 3Y coverage

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Related Content: Creating a simple way to run Match 3

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In this episode, I talk about:

* What really goes on during halftime

* The Bengals 2nd Half adjustments

* Shutting down Mahomes, Kelce, & Hill

* Drop 8 & 1-Cross film study

The film breakdown can be found on YouTube:

In this episode, I talk about:

* The rise of the 4-down defense (Again!)

* The 4-down math problem

* Heavy Technique

* Run Fits

The film is located on YouTube:

In this episode, I talk about:

* Attacking Zone-centric 2-back offenses

* The Aranda Mex Path (Sim) - I call this Allen

* Why "Floating" the Center?

Film examples are found on YouTube:

In this episode, I talk about:

* Why press?

* "Soft" vs "Hard" Press

* Basic fundamentals

* Different press techniques

Film examples are on YouTube:

In this episode, I talk about:

* How does a typical 3-Hi team structure its alignments?

* Coverage variations vs Trips

* Defending a Trips Nub formation

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In this episode, I talk about:

* Types of jargon

* Treat players as non-experts

* Context Clues & Visual Ques

* Building a system

* Technique over scheme

* Start small and build

* Creating an inventory

* Building an install

* Spring vs. Fall insertion

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In this episode, I talk about:

* Why is Bracket the key cog to modern coverage?

* Coverage explanation

* Translating split-field Bracket into single-high variations

* Film examples can be found on YouTube:

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In this episode, I talk about:

* 3-Hi Basics

* Tulsa's iteration of the Iowa St. 3-Hi system

* MQ's #BOTM - Tulsa's SPURS (Back) ADD 0

* Joe Gillespie to TCU

* Hybridization

Related Content: #BOTM Dec. ’21 – Tulsa’s Back SPURS “Add” 0 blitz

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In this episode, I talk about the uniqueness of the Rams’ defense and how it fits into the Fangio culture and philosophy. Topics include:

* What’s in a 5-man rush?

* The Under Tackle is back!

* Base Front mechanics & structures.

* What’s a 2-High defense?

* Cover structures & their Fronts.

* Where are we headed?

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In this episode, I talk about:

* 5-year coverage review

* Coverage trends

* Post-hiring cycle review

* Are we moving on from the Fangio System?

* The ‘new’ Ravens Defense

* Macdonald vs. Minter

* The rise of split-field coverages in the NFL

* Other thoughts - Will we see more Cover 1?

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In this episode, we talk about:

* How can the Chiefs design counters for the 49ers’ ‘static’ mentality on defense?

* What are some ways the Chiefs can attack San Fransisco’s defensive structure?

* Kansas City offenses run some of the highest rates of motion in the NFL and often use quick motion to create. We explain how the Chiefs use motion to set up plays.

* The Chiefs run the highest amount of split-field coverage in the NFL, focusing on playing MOFO coverages on most downs. How does Shanahan generally attack two-high structures?

* How have teams attacked the 49ers with pressure?

* The Chiefs overwhelmingly lead the league in blitzing the CBs at 10.3%, which is down from 11.3% pre-playoffs, mostly using them against reductions. What are some counters to these pressures?

* After watching some Chiefs tape, how do you feel the run game will differ heading into the Super Bowl for the 49ers?

* What is the general plan on 3rd Down for the 49ers, especially against a split-field defense?

* The Chiefs routinely attack a defense with stacks and bunches and utilize their TE, Travis Kelce, in various ways to gain the matchup or leverage they want. What are some concepts to look for?

* Utilizing the running back will be an important area for the Chiefs' offense against San Francisco, especially RB screens. What can you say about their screen game?

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Bobby has written extensively on the 49ers and is one of the best sources for offense in the NFL. He is a coach currently on sabbatical. Most recently, he was the offensive coordinator at Providence Catholic in New Lenox, Illinois, in 2022, which finished as state runner-up.

He is an author who breaks down NFL offenses in more detail than any other resource on the market and started a Substack in 2023 called Alert The Post.

» Substack: alertthepost.com

» Make sure to follow him on Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/b_peters12

» Get his full line of books on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Bobby-Peters/author/B07S84Z3K8

» Last pod: https://www.matchquarters.com/p/nfl-trends-part-2-shawn-syed-sumer-sports

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In this episode, I talk about:

* Hybridization on offenses, especially at the skill positions

* WRs at RB…?

* Offenses going heavier and defending 4-man surfaces

* Running 12p/21p packages while still leaning into the Spread passing game

* Problems within a movement-based scheme

* Deeper discussion on mobile QBs and the evolution of the game

* Non-Traditional Tampas (NTTs)

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» Articles on the above topics…

» Shawn’s article on the Shanahan offense: Shanahan Schemes

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In this episode, I talk about:

* How Shawn & I became great friends

* The continued rise of the 2-high shell

* Why do we see fewer man-match zones in the NFL

* How mobile QBs are reshaping defenses

* How offenses are adjusting to more odd front looks

* Running the ball still matters

* Defending condensed sets

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» Articles on the above topics…

Shawn’s article on the Shanahan offense: Shanahan Schemes

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In this episode, I talk about:

* Building the language

* Creating Quarters tools in your Cover 3

* Buzz/Thumbs

* Match It!/Zone It!

* Route matches

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» Articles on the above topics…

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» Last week’s pod…

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In this episode, we talk about:

* The Bills’ plan for Bosa

* Jaire Alexander’s contract and the Packers’ secondary

* Explosive in creativity in the QB Empty run game

* Rise of 12 pers. and the Double Slot/Wing formation

* Dinosaur offenses are back!

* Screen game explosion

* Dash concepts

Time Stamps:

0:00 - Joey Bosa is the new Von Miller/Bills DL

2:40 - Jaire Alexander and the Packers defense

6:00 - Is the Madden Curse real?

8:34 - Dan Casey opens

9:42 - Empty QB Runs

14:25 - 12 personnel trends

15:45 - Defense’s responses to empty

19:15 - Double YY

25:25 - Doing the things that earn scholarships

28:00 - ‘Position-less’ football

30:10 - New generation/evolution of coaching specific players

34:00 - Coaches adapting schemes to fit rosters

38:00 - The Kotelnicki trend

46:10 - Recruits transitioning philosophies

50:00 - Dinosaur offenses

52:28 - Cross block bubble returns/scheming screen game

1:01:23 - Dash/sprint out/boot

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In this episode, we talk about:

* NFL Headlines

* The Tush Push survives

* Protector of the Year Award announced

* NFL Trends with Bobby Peters

* Screen design is exploding around the league

* Split-Back Gun Runs and the use of the Pony package are expanding

* Will declared Outside Zone

* Enhancing the checkdowns and Escort Screens

* Is the run game back in vogue for NFL offenses?

* What must Kyle Shanahan do to get the 49ers back on track?

* Will the Chiefs’ offense ever go back to being explosive?

Time stamps:

0:00 Richie Gray/Tush Push

5:20 Bucs sign Desmond Watson

8:45 Protector of the Year Award

13:28 Some sacks are QB stats

14:37 Bobby Peters intro

16:00 Screen Design explosion

19:50 What did KOC add to the Shanahan/McVay scheme

23:00 Coen changing things in Jacksonville from TB

30:35 Lions changing coordinators

33:40 Strong Side run (Will declared lol)

37:03 Zone defense changed the NFL/escort screens

39:08 Chiefs bringing deep ball back?

42:10 Run game expansion?

43:30 San Francisco changes without Deebo and paid Purdy

View all of Bobby’s work at: https://alertthepost.substack.com/

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In this episode, we talk about:

* News and Headlines: Caleb, Purdy, and Hendrickson

* The NFL releases its schedule

* Who’s got an easy or demanding early schedule

* Our favorite opening day games

* AFC West = AFC Best

* Our picks for surprise Wildcard teams

* Why are the Vikings spending two weeks across the pond?

0:09 Open- Caleb Williams/Most College QBs don't know how to watch film

6:15 Trey Hendrickson not talking to Bengals

8:40 Brock Purdy extension/49ers schedule

16:30 Arizona Cardinals as NFC shock/set up for division

19:21 Lions’ brain drain/tough road schedule

24:10 Eagles not catching breaks in Super Bowl defense/NFC settings

29:50 AFC West = AFC Best

33:35 Surprise Wild Card Teams

36:40 Bad Monday Night Schedule

37:40 Christmas Bet?

40:00 Cody ranks three games

44:22 Vikings staying overseas for back-to-back weeks

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In this episode, we talk about:

* NFL News and Notes: Saints and Browns QB situations

* Winners and losers around the league post-draft

* Who are the surprise teams heading into the 2025 season?

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In this episode, we discuss:

* Minicamp and OTA Stats Are Bogus

* Trey Hendrickson & Shemar Stewart Contract Situation

* Running Back Longevity and Usage and the Need for Two Running Backs

* Defensive Coverage Disguises

* "Frankenstein" Coverages

* Evolution of Defensive Fronts and Packages

* ...and more!

Timestamps:

1:05 - End of Minicamp/beginning of OTAs

2:08 - Hendrickson and Bengals resume talks

4:55 - RBs extending primes

10:00 - Coverage Disguises

13:32 - Frankenstein Coverages in Buffalo

15:20 - Wide 9s/More 4-down front/Penny Front

19:00 - Spags' 3 Safety looks

22:58 - Personnel changes on the D-line

24:30 - Rams 'Cheetah' package

25:55 - Creativity explosion on defense

26:48 - Hybrid athletes on defense/adding value

29:50 - Josh Metellus and Brian Flores

32:50 - Bigger players/LBs versatility

36:00 - Slot corners taking over

40:00 - Blitzing on early downs

44:33 - The Wave concept

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- College Defenses with Tyler Manes

- College Offenses with Dan Casey

- NFL Offenses with Bobby Peters

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In this episode, we talk about:

* Rodgers finally signs with the Steelers

* Nick Chubb to the Texans

* Jalen Ramsey trade talk and Jaire Alexander cut. Where do they land?

* Why the game is going away from RPOs to more quick game and play-action

* More spot-drop closed-post coverages

* The death of the basic Y-off 11 personnel offense

* Jim Knowles’ three-high defense

* Designed QB runs are making a comeback

* …and a few more!

Timestamps:

1:40 - Rodgers to Steelers

5:10 - Chubb to Texans

9:00 - Jalen Ramsey/Jaire Alexander on the market

16:13 - Tyler Manes opens

17:43 - CFB moving more toward Tampa (Ohio State’s three-high version)

20:45 - CFB defenses getting smarter?

24:00 - Less Rip/Liz, need for blackboard coverages (spot-drop zones)

28:00 - Stopping Kotelnicki and the Penn State multiple offense

32:22 - The death of Y-off means more 12 personnel

38:30 - Coordinators at Penn State from the Big 12

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In this episode, we talk about:

* Analysis of NFL defensive efficiency using the DVOA metric.

* Detailed defensive strategies and player personnel breakdown for key teams like the Seahawks, Chargers, Steelers, and Packers.

* Discussion of various defensive coverages, including Zone Coverage, Cover 3, Tampa 2, and Man-Match Quarters.

* Insights into how teams are building their defensive rosters and acquiring talent.

* The evolving role of defensive linemen, specifically the potential resurgence of the two-gapping nose tackle.

Timestamps:

0:15 - Open

0:44 - 10. Seahawks

3:15 - 9. Chargers

6:00 - 8. Steelers

12:54 - 7. Ravens & 6. Packers

14:30 - 5. Lions

18:07 - 4. Broncos

20:00 - 3. Texans

22:50 - 2. Vikings

26:07 - 1. Eagles

28:30 - Who to watch for in 2025: Cardinals, Patriots, Colts, Bears, Rams

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