Trinity - 2006 QB School

QBS Goals/Responsibilites
Qualities of a Trinity QB
Six Second Rule
Defense ID: Fronts
TRINITY FOOTBALL
Defense ID: Coverage
Slot Def.
Run Check Terms

Pass Pre-Snap Terms Passing Game Reads Pass Post-Snap Terms Throws/Ball Placement Drop Summary Run/Pass Calls
Numbers Game Overview

Uncovered Checks
Blitz Procedure
Structures of Routes Route Packages
2:00 Offense: Red Ball

Glossary/Terminology Pg
QUARTERBACK SCHOOL 2006
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GOALS
With greater sophistication comes greater CONTROL. Sun Tzu
1. Gain a foundational understanding of the components of our offense Procedures Terminology Defenses Run game Protections Routes 2. Understand the WHY behind the WHAT 3. Begin to visualize the game Get lots of mental reps Slow the game down 4. Put yourself in a position by end of summer to: 1. Understand and absorb things quicker the second time through 2. Fully show your physical skills because the learning part isnt slowing you down 3. Establish leadership by being able to help teammates know what to do. 5. Learn how to get the most out of watching film 6. Establish a good foundation of footwork skills
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YOUR RESPONSIBILITY
1. Be active and engaged in the learning process 1. Ask questions 2. Make sure you know the why behind the what 3. Checkers: Learn from the other guys repsrep it as if its yours 2. Review for :15 within 24 hours of our meetingsstore in long-term memory
3. Approach the information as though youve never heard it before
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QUALITIES OF A TRINITY QUARTERBACK

*MENTAL (includes intangible) is to PHYSICAL as 4 is to 1 *The game is largely played from the waist down and the neck up *When your best player is also your best guy, you have something special.
AREAS IN WHICH YOU WILL BE EVALUATED 1. Intangibles (Be the right kind of person and teammate) 2. Understanding (Grasps offensive concepts & opposing defenses) 3. Decision-making (Pre- and Post-snap) 4. Footwork & ball-handling 5. Body position & pocket presence 6. Throws (Ball placement, choosing the correct velocity & trajectory)
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*Someone who has the INTANGIBLES we look for is:
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THE MAN: Wants the responsibility, wants to be a guy people looks to A DETAIL PERSON: Cares about/pays attention to the smallest parts of his game A LEADER BY EXAMPLE/: Hardest worker, most visible, embodies what we want GREAT PRACTICE HABITS on & off the field, takes initative, goes above and beyond MENTALLY TOUGH: Handles frustration, responds to adversity FORCES himself to always display POSITIVE body language! COACHABLE: Doesnt think he has all the answers UNSELFISH: Actively takes interest in his teammates, puts them first A GAME MANAGER: Understands situations, is savvy, avoids mistakes that get his team beat BEST IN THE CLUTCH: Wants the ball when the game is tight, not afraid to make the big throw TAKES BLAME/GIVES CREDIT: When things go bad offensively, shields his teammates from criticism by accepting blame. When things go well, deflects praise to his linemen, backs, and receivers.
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*Someone who has the UNDERSTANDING we look for: Is EAGER TO LEARN Thrives on the game, looks at the classroom/film room as a chance to gain an edge KNOWS ALL 11 JOBS Sees each play as a picture and how everyone fits into that picture. Can establish himself as a leader because he helps other positions learn their jobs KNOWS the WHY Not only knows WHAT to do, but WHY we do things. Allows him to make adjustments in the heat of the game when things dont show up exactly like they did in practice UNDERSTANDS DEFENSES So he can attack and manipulate them using the tools available to him, and thus CONTROL the FIELD
The smarter you are, the more you want to learn. If you want to be a great one, you cant just think about this stuff while youre at the facility.
LLOYD CARR UNIVERSITY of MICHIGAN
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*Someone who is the DECISION-MAKER we look for: VISUALIZES TRUSTS the SYSTEM Rehearses plays and situations in his mind throughout the week, slows the game down for himself Doesnt think hes above the rules of the system, because it helps him account for what will happen on the field in an organized fashion and protects him. TRUST of the SYSTEM keeps you from FORCING MISTAKES Is savvy and confident enough to make plays beyond (not against) the system when its time to make a play. Makes YES/NO decisions and does it quickly, without second-guessing himself. Doesnt hesitate. Related to decisiveness and trust. Throws WHEN the read TELLS him to, not when he sees a receiver open. Knows when to: Take a sack throw ball away etc.
but ISNT A ROBOT USES THE :06 RULE Is DECISIVE THROWS ON TIME
SITUATIONALLY SMART
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*Components of great FOOTWORK and BALL-HANDLING: 1. 2. 3. 4. Pushes ball deep to RB in the running game; makes them RB quickly Angle, mesh, and tempo of runs look exactly same as they do on PLAY ACTION Carries out fake with 5 full-speed steps after every run DROPS are consistent and disciplined, serving the following purposes: 1. Get you where youre supposed to be: Each protection and route has a specific depth and angle that you need to get to for the linemen to do their job and for you to get the separation you need from the L.O.S. 2. Get you there when youre supposed to be there: Along with that, each route has a specific TIME when you must be ready to throw! SPEED of the drop is critical! 3. Get your body in a position to deliver the ball when the read tells you to
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*Components of great BODY POSITION: 1. On straight dropbacks: Front shoulder tent pegged & closed to target Ball loaded Instep pointed to target Everything compact 2. On movement passes: Ball loaded Feet chopping Shoulder tent-pegged *Components of great POCKET PRESENCE: 1. FEELS the rush, doesnt LOOK at it (eyes stay downfield) 2. Skilled at ANTICIPATING and AVOIDING rushers with quick foot adjustments, getting quickly back to a ready throwing position 3. Willing to stand in and deliver the ball at the last moment tough & doesnt flee prematurely 4. Secure with the ball (front hand pressure) 5. Knows when and how to scramble
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*Components of great THROWS: 1. ACCURACY: Ball placed correct shoulder for R.A.C. or Gut shot to protect rec. 2. VELOCITY: Thrown at the correct velocity needed for the throw/situation 3. TRAJECTORY: 1, 2, or 3 ball appropriate to the throw and the defense
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SIX SECOND RULE

PREPARED PLAYERS PLAY FAST.
*The most important :06 of any play are the moments AFTER the play has been called, but BEFORE the snap. The Six Second rule is a simple checklist that allows you to make the most of that time, allowing you to be prepared and play fast.
1. Find the :25 clock
1. Less than :12 Take motion/shifts off 2. Less than :10 Take all checks off; call a play out immediately 3. Less than :08 Time out (in key situations, especially 3rd down)
2. Find JACK Need to know right now if youre in Zero Safety mode! 3. Right to left scan: Coverage
1. Are they lined up right? (Uncovered receivers, etc.) 2. Number of safeties 4. Left to right: Front are they lined up right? (2 uncovered OL, 1 & 9 tech, etc.) 5. Pre-snap cues as dictated by play (find the 3 tech, Premium/non-premium, etc.)
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IDENTIFYING DEFENSES: FRONTS

DEFENSIVE LINE Techniques
When identifying the location individuals in the defensive front, we describe them in terms of the technique theyre playing. Understanding these locations, or techniques is critical because:
*It provides a very strong clue as to what gap a man is responsible for, as well as the defenders around him *Often, it determines which way well check a play to insure the best chances of success!
6 4 2 0 2 4 6
*Special note: Defenders aligned in a linebacker position have a 0 added as a second digit to their technique. For example, a linebacker aligned 4-5 yds deep over a guard would be called a 20 technique, or a Deep 2
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4i 2i 2i 4i 6i
9 5 3 Shade 3 5 9
0 Technique Head up on the Center 0 Cheat or Shade - Aligned on one of Cs shoulders 2i Technique Inside shoulder of Guard 2 Technique Head up on a Guard 3 Technique Outside shoulder of a Guard 4i Technique Inside shoulder of Tackle 4 Technique 5 Technique 6i Technique 6 Technique 9 Technique 8 Technique Head up on a Tackle Outside shoulder of tackle Inside shoulder of Tight End Head up on a Tight End Outside shoulder of a Tight End Head up on a Wing player
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The next step in identifying defenses is to classify the front structure in terms of its core. The core refers to the how defenders are aligned within the A and B gaps. There are only 6 basic cores, as identified by the Center at the L.O.S., & they tell us a lot about how the rest of the defense is being played around it & how we want to block! They are named / IDed as follows:
DEFENSIVE CORES
Cores with 1 DL V V V
V V
-Center has a down lineman on him (0 or Shade) -Either one or both of the guards does NOT have a DL on him. -TWO LB are in the core --------------------------------
Core is ODD
BASE DEFENSE FOR: X (Lou) CHANGE-UP FOR: Eastern, X (Cincy), Ballard, Seneca, Manual
-Center has a down lineman on him (0 or Shade) -Either one or both of the guards does NOT have a DL on him. -ONE LB is in the core --------------------------------
Core is STACK
BASE DEFENSE FOR: Ballard, Eastern, X (Cincy) CHANGE-UP FOR: X (Lou), Seneca, Southen
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DEFENSIVE CORES
Cores with 2 DL V V V V V
V V
-Center does not have a DL on him (possible shade), but Guards do -TWO players at LB depth are in B gap to B gap area --------------------------------
Core is SPLIT
BASE DEFENSE FOR: X (Lou), Manual CHANGE-UP FOR: Shelby Co., Seneca, Male
-Center does not have a DL on him (possible Shade), but Guards to -ONE player at LB depth in the B gap to B gap area --------------------------------
Core is EVEN
BASE DEFENSE FOR: Southern, X (Lou), Shelby Co. CHANGE-UP FOR: Fern Creek
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DEFENSIVE CORES
Cores with 3 DL V
V V V
-Center has a DL on him (0 or Shade) ,as do both Guards (usually 3, sometimes 2s) -NO LB players are in the B gap to B gap core -Usually, 2 of them will be C gap players --------------------------------
Core is BEAR ZERO

BASE DEFENSE FOR: -CHANGE-UP FOR: --
-Center has a DL on him (0 or Shade), as do both Guards (usually 3, sometimes 2s) -ONE player at LB depth in the B gap to B gap area --------------------------------
Core is BEAR ONE

BASE DEFENSE FOR: Oldham County, Fern Creek, Male CHANGE-UP FOR: Ballard, Henry Clay
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IDENTIFYING DEFENSES: SLOT DEFENDERS

One of the areas in which we will see the most variety is the manner in which defenses align their Outside LB/Nickel Players related to our Slot or Slot receivers. These players will tell us much about:
1.Checking run versus pass, 2. Uncovered checks (whether we are uncovered and which type to use), 3. Our screen game, and 4. Pressure / Protection checks.
Because this information is vital to our being able to control the field, we need a great way to communicate all the things we can see very quickly. Our system of labelling the different alignments we see follows.
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Two receiver side
HIP TUCK
Inside the Tackle

IKE SHADE IT IKE OLLIE
Outside shade or leverage on widest slot
V V
V VV V
Between Inside rec and Tackle
Head up on Inside rec
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Three receiver side
IT IKE MILT MOE

HIP
TUCK
Inside the Tackle
OLLIE
Outside shade or leverage on widest slot
V V
V
Between Inside rec and Tackle
V
Between Middle and Inside rec
V V
Head up on Inside rec
Head up on Middle rec
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IDENTIFYING DEFENSES: COVERAGE

Coverages are grouped in families according to the number of defensive backs they have in areas of DEEP responsibility (8 yds or deeper) in between or just outside the hashes. By understanding the Coverage Family (0 Safety, 1 Safety, or 2 Safety), you already know a great deal about the defenses overall philosophy, numbers against the run, and ability to blitz.
STEP 1: COVERAGE FAMILIES
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0 Safety Family
*No one in the hash area (8 yds or deeper, between or within 2 yds of the hash) *MAN coverage family *Run defenders: Def +2 *Pass rushers: Def +1 *JACK tells you where were outnumbered *COVERAGES: 0, 0 Str, 0 Weak, 0 Press
1 Safety Family
2 Safety Family
*1 player in the hash area (Jack) *2 players on/near hash area *MAN or ZONE coverage family *MAN or ZONE coverage family *Run defenders: Even *Run defenders: Def +1 *Pass rushers: Off +1 *Pass rushers: Even *Safeties relationship to hash *CB D.E.L. will tell you the will change when ball is actual coverage on the hash! *COVERAGES: *CB D.E.L. & Safety align 1, 1 Press, 3, 3 Fire, 3 Cloud, 5 will tell you actual coverage *COVERAGES: 2, 2 Man, 4, 8, 8 Press, 28
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0 Safety Family
*No one in the hash area (8 yds or deeper, between or within 2 yds of the hash) *MAN coverage family *Run defenders: Def +2 *Pass rushers: Def +1 *JACK tells you where were outnumbered *COVERAGES: 0, 0 Str, 0 Weak, 0 Press
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1 Safety Family
*1 player in the hash area (Jack) *MAN or ZONE coverage family *Run defenders: Def +1 *Pass rushers: Even *CB D.E.L. will tell you the actual coverage *COVERAGES: 1, 1 Press, 3, 3 Fire, 3 Cloud, 5
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2 Safety Family
*2 players on/near hash area *MAN or ZONE coverage family *Run defenders: Even *Pass rushers: Off +1 *Safeties relationship to hash will change when ball is on the hash! *CB D.E.L. & Safety align will tell you actual coverage *COVERAGES: 2, 2 Man, 4, 8, 8 Press, 28
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In situations where you need to know more than the coverage family, you next look to the CB to clue you in. Youll get what you need by finding their DEL Depth, Eyes, Leverage
STEP 2: CORNERBACK D.E.L.
ZONE Corner
DEPTH
*Usually deeper than man *Generally 6 or deeper
MAN Corner
DEPTH
*Tighter in general *Mostly 5 or tighter
EYES
*Looks inside/at you *Can see STRIPE on his helmet
EYES
*Looks at receiver *Cannot see stripe
LEVERAGE
*Outside
**Note: The term PRESS is tagged to describe a CB or a coverage in which CB are less than 5 yards deep. It can be applied to Man (Inside) or Zone (Outside) technique.
LEVERAGE
*Inside; occasionally head up
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Against two-safety defenses, you can often anticipate the behavior of safeties and, as a result, other players in the coverage, by looking at the safeties depth and relationship to the hash. Generally, hash safeties are either defending a QUARTERS of the field, a HALVES of the field, or are SUPPORT players who will become quarters or man players once they read pass. *10-12 yds deep, loose or outside the hash: HALVES (Cov 2) *10-12 yds deep, tight to or on the hash: QUARTERS (Cov 4) *10 yds or tighter, tight to or on the hash: SUPPORT (Cov 8) **You will also see COMBINATION coverages; one safety in Halves alignment & one in Quarters or Support alignment (Cover 28, 24, etc.)
STEP 3: SAFETY ALIGNMENT
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IDENTIFYING DEFENSES: COVERAGES

COVER 0
FAMILY: 0 Safety CORNER D.E.L.: Man
Why used:
Pressure to free up rushers to outnumber protection and the run game. For some teams, a Red Zone/GL coverage only.
Weaknesses/Thoughts of attack:
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Individual matchup routes based on CB/Safety depth Undefended deep hole in the middle Crossing routes w/ stairstep technique Rub routes Alley Screens Timed breakout routes to inside receivers against inside leverage LB or safeties (4 route, 5 route, Bronco)
BASE DEFENSE FOR: -CHANGE-UP FOR: Southern, X (Cincy), Ballard
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COVER 0 PRESS
FAMILY: 0 Safety CORNER D.E.L.: Man PRESS
Why used:
Pressure to free up rushers to outnumber protection and the run game. Played consistently, it is a statement of arrogance about their DBs athleticism compared to our WR; a challenge. For some teams, a Red Zone/GL coverage only.
1. Same as Cover 0, but especially FIRE routes to inside receivers and DOUBLE MOVES (Utah, Horn, Takeoff)
BASE DEFENSE FOR: Male, Fern Creek CHANGE-UP FOR: --
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COVER 1
FAMILY: 1 Safety CORNER D.E.L.: Man
Why used:
To defend the run and create some pressure without the risk of emptying the deep middle. Can be a Red Zone change-up
V V V V V
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Individual matchup routes based on CB/Safety depth Sneak & Crossing routes w/ stairstep technique Rub routes Alley Screens Timed breakout routes to inside receivers against inside leverage LB or safeties (4 route, 5 route, Bronco)
BASE DEFENSE FOR: Fern Creek, Oldham Co. CHANGE-UP FOR: Male, Henry Clay, X (Cincy)
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COVER 1 PRESS
FAMILY: 1 Safety CORNER D.E.L.: Man Press
Why used:
To defend the run and create some pressure without the risk of emptying the deep middle. Can be a Red Zone change-up
1. Same as Cover 1, with special emphasis on FIRE routes inside and DOUBLE MOVES outside.
BASE DEFENSE FOR: Fern Creek CHANGE-UP FOR: Male
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COVER 3
FAMILY: 1 Safety CORNER D.E.L.: Zone Why used:
Allows for fronts that outnumber the run, while providing safe pass coverage that limits big plays and forces offense to execute underneath.
V
V V V V
1. 2. 3. 4. Short outside throws Now, Quick Out, Stop, Hitch, Comeback, Orbit Areas between the 4 underneath defenders: Spacing, especially Creating 2 on 1 situations agianst the Jack safety in the middle with vertical routes on the hashes: BOX Creating 2 on 1 situation on the flat defender: Bronco, Flood
BASE DEFENSE FOR: X (Lou), X (Cincy), Seneca, Ballard, Eastern CHANGE-UP FOR: Oldham Co., Shelby Co.
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COVER 2
FAMILY: 2 Safeties CORNER D.E.L.: Zone, possibly press SAFETY ALIGN: Halves (Wide) Why used:
To be physical against the outside run with CB support and constrict short passing lanes with 5 defenders underneath
1. 2. 3. Holes at the second level: Deep middle and pocket areas on the outside; Box, Corner, Pocket Routes that put CB in a bind with receivers in front & behind: 2, 4, E/W Routes that wall off OLB and work in crease inside QB: Spacing, Slick
BASE DEFENSE FOR: X (Cincy) CHANGE-UP FOR: X (Lou), Southern
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COVER 2 MAN
FAMILY: 2 Safety CORNER D.E.L.: Man Press SAFETY ALIGN: Halves Why used:
Heavy pass coverage on obvious pass downs or two minute situations to allow underneath defenders to be aggressive, knowing they have help over the top.
1. 2. 3. Matchup: MLB on the back QB run/Option/Scramble/Run support on edges Same underneath route concepts as Cover 1 and 0 Press (Rubs, Crosses, Out-breaking routes to Inside rec.)
BASE DEFENSE FOR: -CHANGE-UP FOR: Male
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COVER 4
FAMILY: 2 Safeties CORNER D.E.L.: Zone SAFETY ALIGN: Quarters (tight)
V V V V V
Why used:
To eliminate deep, vertical throws
1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
Short outside throws Now, Quick Out, Stop, Hitch, Comeback, Orbit SHORT areas between the 4 underneath defenders: Spacing, especially Intermediate areas in front of safeties behind LB: Over, Curl BASE DEFENSE FOR: X (Lou), Southern 4 route! CHANGE-UP FOR: Ballard, Eastern Creating 2 on 1 situation on the flat defender: Bronco, Flood
Note: J safety will typically Cross key #3 receiver in a Trips set & lock on him if he runs a Hole, Slash, or Verticaltype route
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COVER 8
FAMILY: 2 Safeties CORNER D.E.L.: Loose Man SAFETY ALIGN: Support
Why used:
To maintain a form of 4-deep coverage while adding two safeties to the run support equation.
V V V
V V
1.
2.
Safeties have two jobs: Must use effective PLAY ACTION to exploit this (216-217, 226-227) Otherwise, same types of throws we use against Cover 4
BASE DEFENSE FOR: Southern CHANGE-UP FOR: X (Lou)
Note: J safety will typically Cross key #3 receiver in a Trips set & lock on him if he runs a Hole, Slash, or Verticaltype route
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COVER 3 f/ 2-SAFETY LOOK: Cover 3 Sky Rotation
FAMILY: 1 Safety CORNER D.E.L.: Zone SAFETY ALIGN: Creeps Why used:
To disguise intentions, add run defender to box or adjust to formations/motion *Will recognize week to week by certain players cheating off normal 2-saf alignment OR use Quick Frosty to get them to Creep *Doesnt necessarily affect us other than Box conversions & recognition in Key defender throws. LOVE Box away from rotation!
V V V V V
V V
BASE DEFENSE FOR: X (Lou), X (Cincy), Southern CHANGE-UP FOR:
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COVER 3 f/ 2-SAFETY LOOK: Cover 3 Cloud Rotation
FAMILY: 1 Safety CORNER D.E.L.: Zone SAFETY ALIGN: Creeps Why used:
To disguise intentions, squeeze the Pocket area, constrict strongside throws *Will recognize week to week by certain players cheating off normal 2-saf alignment OR use Quick Frosty to get them to Creep *Will continue to key CB in 2-safety throws, but MUST be careful in the pocket area.
V V V V V
V V
BASE DEFENSE FOR: Manual CHANGE-UP FOR: --
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COVER 2 CONCEPT f/1 SAFETY LOOK: Cover 5
FAMILY: 1 Safety CORNER D.E.L.:
Zone weak; Man str
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V V V V V
Why used:
Tries to outnumber 3 receiver & unbalanced sets by overrotating J strong over the strong receivers, and playing aggressively on #1 and #2. Becomes a form of Cover 2, but with no jam CB weakside.
1. 2. Box area between hashes, deep. (7 Hole, E-W Hole, Bronco Ollie) Solo flight routes of any kind back to weakside
BASE DEFENSE FOR: Henderson CHANGE-UP FOR: --
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RUNNING GAME: Check with me terms

WIDEST TECHNIQUE
Side of the ball where 1st DL is furthest from the Center. 0 technique does not count; Shades do
RUNS COMMONLY CHECKED TO WIDEST TECHNIQUE:
40-41 Slice, 16-17 Trey
EXAMPLE 1: 3 on left, 2i on right *Left side has WIDEST TECHNIQUE
EXAMPLE 2: 0 over C (doesnt count), 4i on left, 5 on right *Right side has WIDEST TECHNIQUE
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TIGHTEST TECHNIQUE
Side of the ball where 1st DL is closest to the Center. 0 technique does not count; Shades do
RUNS COMMONLY CHECKED TO TIGHTEST TECHNIQUE:
42-43 Zone, 46-47 Counter, 14-15 Casino
EXAMPLE 1: 2 on left, 2i on right *Right side has TIGHTEST TECHNIQUE
EXAMPLE 2: Shade on left, 3 on right *Left side has TIGHTEST TECHNIQUE
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LIGHTEST SURFACE
Side of the ball that has the fewest DL compared to the number of blockers. Usually used in balanced, two TE formations. 0 Nose counts as lineman for each side. EXAMPLE 1: 3 DL v. 3 blockers on left; 2 DL v. 3 on right *Right side has LIGHTEST SURFACE EXAMPLE 2: 2 DL v. 3 blockers on left; 2 DL v. 2 on right *Left side has LIGHTEST TECHNIQUE
EXAMPLE 3: 2 DL v. 3 blockers on left; 2 DL v. 3 on right *Neither would be considered a LIGHTEST SURFACE
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OVERHANG
Standing DE or LB outside the box for whom we do not have a receiver & cannot block. Most often, we want to check AWAY from Overhang players, especially 0 series runs. EXAMPLE 1: Player B is an overhang; no blocker available EXAMPLE 3: B is not an overhang; a blocker is available V V V V V V V
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V V
V V
EXAMPLE 2: Player B is not an overhang; a blocker is available
EXAMPLE 4: B is an overhang; no blocker is available V V V V
B
V V
V V
V V V V
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PASSING GAME: Pre-snap decision terms

COVERED DOWN / UNCOVERED
Terms that indicate whether a defense has honored our receivers. If an inside receiver has no one within 5 yards of him, he is uncovered.
If 2 inside receivers have only 1 short defender over them, they, together, are considered uncovered
If an outside receiver to the short side has no CB within 7 yards, or an outside receiver to the wide field has no CB within 10 yards, he is uncovered. EXAMPLE 1: H is Covered down by B EXAMPLE 2: H is Uncovered EXAMPLE 3: H & Y are Uncovered
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H H
B
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PREMIUM / NON-PREMIUM
Words that describe a side of a formation; specifically, whether there is a defender in the Alley (area between the tackle & receiver to a depth of 7 yards) who can provide help against a single receivers route. Premium means no defender is in the alley and the receiver is 1-on-1; Non-Premium means an overhang LB or safety is in the alley in position to help. EXAMPLE 1: No one in alley: Premium EXAMPLE 2: Overhang LB in alley: Non-Premium EXAMPLE 3: Support safety in alley: Non-Premium
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ACCESS: Free/Hard Limited/No
Subcategories of Premium/Non-Premium that further describe a side by indicating the depth of the CB within a Premium or Non-Premium side.
*A side that is Premium & has a Loose CB deeper than 6 yds is called FREE ACCESS *A side that is Premium, but has a Tight CB 6 yards or closer is called HARD ACCESS *A side that is Non-Premium with a Loose CB is called LIMITED ACCESS *A side that is Non-Premium with a Tight CB is NO ACCESS
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EXAMPLE 1 EXAMPLE 2
V V V V V V
V V
Premium + Loose CB
Premium + Tight CB
=FREE ACCESS
=HARD ACCESS
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EXAMPLE 3 EXAMPLE 4
V V V V
Non-Premium + Loose CB
V V V V
Non-Premium + Tight CB
=LIMITED ACCESS
=NO ACCESS
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PASSING GAME: Types of Reads

AN INDECISIVE QUARTERBACK IS A QUARTERBACK THAT WONT PLAY AT TRINITY.
1. Progression: 2. Key defender: 3. Object receiver: 1 2 3 Checklist Look at a defender, throw opposite his reaction Read an area: *Throw to object receiver if not invaded *If invaded, throw to area vacated by invader
a. Across the Board
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PROGRESSION
Example: Eastern v. 1 safety look. Progression is Pin Arrow to Over to Comeback to Run
KEYS
1. Pre-snap homework: Understand where threats are to each guy in the progression
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2. Checklist is a series of SNAPSHOTSYes/No right now, then move on

3. FEET follow the EYES, then the FEET will tell you if its open (rhythm)
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PROGRESSION: ACROSS THE BOARD
*Type of progression that starts on one side and works laterally across the formation Example: 91 X Slant Y Space. Work Across the board Slant to Space to Mini to Arrow
KEYS 1. BIG SCREEN See defender in front of each receiver 2. FEET follow the EYES, then the FEET will tell you if its open (rhythm)
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KEY DEFENDER
Example: 62 v. 2 safeties. Key CB, Smash or Corner route
KEYS 1
1. FOCUS on the FEET of a CB if hes the key, the SHOULDERS of a LB or Safety

2. Be READY (body position) and WILLING (decisiveness) to throw IMMEDIATELY upon seeing his reaction. NO HESITATION.
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OBJECT RECEIVER
Example: 81. Object the Mini-CurlSpace if invaded inside-out, Arrow if invaded outside-in
KEYS 1. Pre-snap: Know who can invade, & likelihood that they will by alignment. Influence them not to in certain situations 2. BIG SCREEN. See at least 4 yards on either side of object receivers break point. FEEL invaders.
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PASSING GAME: Post-snap decision terms

Read Player:
The person you read in a Key defender read

*Usually the CB v. 2 safeties, Alley Player v. 1 safety
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Danger Player: Defender not accounted for in your read that can intercept if not accounted foroften inside or in front of your read
*Often the ILB on Quick throws and/or in 1 safety defenses;
*Often the safety on 60-70 throws and/or in 2 safety defenses DANGER V READ V V V V V V V
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Q Receiver:
Receiver whose route should be open early & be available if protection breaks down
*Examples: Arrow, Swing, , Flat, Orbit *Is NOT an answer to blitz or being outnumbered
Outlet:
Receiver whom you look to late if basic progression is not open

*Receiver is generally STATIONARY and has freedom to work open! *HE will tell you if hes open with EYE CONTACT. Do NOT give him the ball UNLESS he gives you EYE contact
*Examples: Spacing sit, Trace, Over, Drag, Under
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Deke:
Subtle shoulder & head movement by QB within the rhythm of his drop to influence a zone defender to move a certain direction or react to a certain route.
*Can be used to keep object area open or move a key defender *Example: Deke the alley player to the Arrow to get the Mini-Curl
Pump:
Pump fake by QB to influence the movement of a defender; mostly a safety or CB

*SHORT PUMP: Within rhythm of drop, short separation of hands and lift of elbow; immediately reload *LONG PUMP: Full arm motion, reset for depth and reload
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PASSING GAME: Types of Throws

3 2 1
1 BALL: Thrown on a direct line to receiver; Used on short throws, medium throws with no one between you and target 2 BALL: Enough trajectory to get ball over goalpost (10 apex), snap of wrist to bring it down on a receiver in front of people; Used on medium throws that you cant get there on a straight line or deep/medium throws with safety help over top.
3 BALL: High, lofted pass, using lifted front shoulder & sometimes a javelin step; Used on deep balls with no safety help over top to allow receiver to run under it
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PASSING GAME: Ball Placement

ACCURATE THROWS CREATE RUN AFTER CATCH YARDS (50% rule)
On throws to a receiver who is facing us (Mini Curl, Sit, Orbit, Curl, Now, Hitch, etc.), we will maximize yards after catch by making Triangle throws. The Triangle refers to the three spots where a receiver can catch the ball without slowing down or locking up his hips: The right shoulder, the left shoulder, and his facemask. The best Triangle throws are those thrown ON THE SHOULDER AWAY FROM DEFENSIVE PRESSURE. If the nearest defender is outside, put the ball on the inside shoulder. If the nearest defender is inside, put the ball on the outside shoulder If a defender from behind is an IMMEDIATE THREAT to knock the ball away, we throw a GUT SHOT into the receivers stomach so that he can protect himself and give the defender no path to the ball.
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DROP Summary
Most of your success or failure as a passer will happen because of what goes from from the waist down. Disciplined, consistent drops serve the following purposes: 1. Get you where youre supposed to be 2. Get you there when youre supposed to be there 3. Get your body in a position to deliver the ball when the read tells you to
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UNDER CENTER GUN
DROP Summary: 90-190, Part I

1 step Catch & Shoot 1a. 1 STEP: Throwing side foot steps at 45 angle to target, sit & drive off it 1b. CATCH/SHOOT: To throwing side Double play turn into hinged pos. as ball arrives, push off & throw without a step Opp. throwing side SIT on throwing leg, HINGE off leg, push off, no step USED FOR: Color screens, Slant, Now (Under C only), Fade +8 (Under C only)
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DROP Summary: 90-190, Part II
Flash 3 quick 3 big 2a. 3 QUICK: 2b. ROCKER: USED FOR: 3a. 3 BIG: 3b. ROCK & HITCH: USED FOR: 4a. FLASH: 4b. P:
P Rocker Rock & Hitch
1 big, 2 quick, anchor and hinge on last step Push off opposite foot, rock back onto throwing foot, anchor & hinge Hitch, Quick Out, Arrow, Fade (outside the 8) 2 big, 1 quick, 75 percent tempo, anchor and hinge on last step Rock to back foot, bend on back knee, 1 hitch step forward Mini-Curl, Sit, Turn, Trail Extend ball on 1st/2nd steps on 24-25 course on way to drop. Used with 3 quick or 3 big; feet & rhythm dont change Drop with off foot, lunge & extend w/ throwing foot, Rock back. Can be used with Anchor or Hitch at end depending on route.
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DROP Summary: 40-50

UNDER CENTER GUN
5 quick 5 big (Hitch)
3 & Hitch
3 quick
2a. 5 QUICK: 2b. 3 QUICK: USED FOR: 3a. 5 BIG: 3b. 3 & HITCH: USED FOR:
5 quickest steps you can take, anchor and hinge last step, no hitch up 1 big 2 quick anchor & hinge last step, no hitch up, just like 3 qk f/under Stop, Glance, Box 3 big, 2 quick, 100 percent tempo, 1 Hitch up & throw on rhythm Just like Gun 3 quick, with a Hitch up Bronco, Big Space
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DROP Summary: 60-70

UNDER CENTER GUN
Tight U
Angle 5 (Kickback)
Dash
Angle 3 (Anchor or Hitch) (Possible kickbk)
Tight U
Dash
1.
TIGHT U: USED FOR: 2a. ANGLE 5: 2b. ANGLE 3: USED FOR: 3. DASH: USED FOR:
Reach to 5 or 7 oclock opposite, toe downhill on 2d step, drumroll to target 2 route, 4 route 5 qk steps ,45 angle, to inside leg of tackle, possible kick back (Mini-drop) 1 big +2 quick, 45 angle, to inside leg of tackle anchor or hitch, poss. kick 3 route, 6 route 3 quick (under C) / Mini-drop (Gun) & Spin, explode for width & depth 5 route, Balloon
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RUN-PASS Calls
NOW BINGO GREEN/GOLD
A Run-Pass call is one in which we call both a run and a pass at the same time. All or some receivers will execute the route or pass indicated, the OL and backs will execute the run. NO VERBAL CHECK IS GIVEN. You simply decide, based on certain criteria, whether to hand it or throw it. Calls will sound like this: 24 NOW, or 26 BINGO, or 23 GREEN 1. NOW means that your outside receivers are running NOW routes. If either side has a CB that allows you to throw it (7+ to bnd, 10 + to field), stand up and throw to that side. Otherwise, execute the run as called. NOW is always an under center throw. 2. BINGO gives backside receivers away from the run BIG SLANTS (3 or 4 steps). If you have free access or limited access with an unusually wide alley LB that you think the Slant will get inside, throw the Bingo. Footwork for Bingo will be to execute the run 2 steps (extend early), anchor on the 3rd and throw. Otherwise, execute the run. BINGO is always under center as well. 3. GREEN/GOLD gives the frontside receivers Green (right) or Gold bubble screen responsibilities. If you have an uncovered situation to their side, throw Green/Gold off normal footwork. Otherwise, execute the run. We can do this under center or gun, but prefer it from gun.
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RUN-PASS Calls
A Run-Pass call is one in which we call both a run and a pass at the same time. All or some receivers will execute the route or pass indicated, the OL and backs will execute the run. NO VERBAL CHECK IS GIVEN. You simply decide, based on certain criteria, whether to hand it or throw it. Calls will sound like this: 24 NOW, or 26 BINGO, or 23 GREEN EXAMPLE 1a: Ace Rt 26 NOW Left CBs depth tells you to throw NOW to the left EXAMPLE 1b: Ace Rt 26 NOW CB depth tells you to hand off
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RUN-PASS Calls
A Run-Pass call is one in which we call both a run and a pass at the same time. All or some receivers will execute the route or pass indicated, the OL and backs will execute the run. NO VERBAL CHECK IS GIVEN. You simply decide, based on certain criteria, whether to hand it or throw it. Calls will sound like this: 24 NOW, or 26 BINGO, or 23 GREEN EXAMPLE 2a: Rip Plus 24 BINGO CBs inside leverage tells you to hand off EXAMPLE 2b: Rip Plus 24 BINGO Free access tells you to throw Slant on 3d step
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RUN-PASS Calls
A Run-Pass call is one in which we call both a run and a pass at the same time. All or some receivers will execute the route or pass indicated, the OL and backs will execute the run. NO VERBAL CHECK IS GIVEN. You simply decide, based on certain criteria, whether to hand it or throw it. Calls will sound like this: 24 NOW, or 26 BINGO, or 23 GREEN EXAMPLE 3a: Larry First 23 GREEN EXAMPLE 3b: Larry First 23 GREEN 3 over 3 to Green side (NOT Uncovered) 2 over 3 (UNCOVERED) tells you to throw GREEN tells you to execute the RUN (including read) R
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RUN-PASS Calls
UNCLE
Uncle is combines some of the thoughts from Run-Pass calls and Uncovered throws. It is a term tied to the end of a RUN call that involves motion, often Sink motion by R. What it means to you and the receivers is that were planning to send a player in motion and execute a run, but are on HIGH ALERT for the possibility of an UNCOVERED (Uncle) check which would take the motion off and put us into uncovered throw mode with no motion. Uncle means you can check any normal uncovered throwGreen/Gold, Orange/Olive, 92-192, 8999, as well as NOW to either outside receiver. Heres what it sounds like: Huddle call: Zero Sink, 24 Uncle. At the line: No uncovered available George, George (lift heel for motion) 45, 45 SetHit. Uncovered available you want to check GOLD Give stop sign to motion man Gold, Gold 21, 21 SetHit. Uncovered available you want to check 99 Stop sign to motion man Alan, Alan99, 99 -
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RUN-PASS Calls
UNCLE
Uncle is combines some of the thoughts from Run-Pass calls and Uncovered throws. It is a term tied to the end of a RUN call that involves motion, often Sink motion by R. What it means to you and the receivers is that were planning to send a player in motion and execute a run, but are on HIGH ALERT for the possibility of an UNCOVERED (Uncle) check which would take the motion off and put us into uncovered throw mode with no motion. EXAMPLE 3a: Larry First 23 GREEN EXAMPLE 3b: Larry First 23 GREEN 3 over 3 to Green side (NOT Uncovered) 2 over 3 (UNCOVERED) tells you to throw GREEN tells you to execute the RUN (including read) R
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PASSING GAME: Indivdiual Routes

ROUTE
Quick Out Hitch Now Slant Glance Stop Fade
DESCRIPTION
4 step Speed Out cut 4 step timed Hitch 1 -2 step Skinny Slant 4 step Skinny Post
DROP
USE vs.
GET OUT vs. BALL

Any press Any press Wide alley or Inside lev CB 1 through shldr pad 1; Triangle throw 1; Upfield shoulder 1; take him to grass bk shldr in traffic 2; 18-22 on hash 1; time off WR butt drop 3 to MOE v. 1 saf; 2 to Pocket v. 2 saf
3 qk (Rocker) Off CB to bnd 3 qk (Rocker) Off CB to field 1 step 5 qk (3 qk) Outs press
1 step Hitch Uncovered 1 step
CB >7(B) >9 (F) Any press
Wide open alleys Inside lev OR Qtrs/Supt Saf Most looks Hard outs lev.
10-11 yd timed Fade Stop 5 qk (3 qk) Basic Fade
3 qk/Rocker* Head up-Ins Prs Anything else 1 step +8
The following Individual Routes may be used against LIMITED ACCESS (Non-Premium): 1. Quick Out 2. Now 3. Stop (sometimes) *All others are OFF v. Limited Access. Work the other side or check to a run *NO individual routes may be used against NO ACCESS
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PASSING GAME: Double Indy

1. PREFERRED ROUTE IS CALLED FOR YOU E.g., 80 Double Quick Out
A. Danger in the Alley: 1. If one side has a defender in the alley (Overhang) who can take away your route, go opposite 2. If BOTH sides have problem players in the alley, check to a run B. Side whose CB alignment best fits the profile you want with route called *For example, if Double Quick Out was called, youd want the softest CB C. Shortest throw (Field width)
2. GENERIC DOUBLE INDY CALLED
E.g., 90 Double Indy
A. Choose the side you want to work 1. If you have ONE Premium side and one non-premium, work the Premium side 2. If you have TWO Premium sides, choose the side according to: a. Best matchup (if we have a GUY) b. Shortest throw (field width) 3. If you have NO Premium sides, check run or Alley Screen B. Pick a route that best attacks the CB to your chosen side *SIGNAL to BOTH receivers, varying the order of who you signal FIRST.
***Once you choose a side to work and start the play, you do NOT go back on Indys!
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PASSING GAME: Double Indy

3. INDY IS INCLUDED WITH A RUN CHECK E.g., Chase Check Indy
*Will vary a little from week to week, but we will generally choose run or pass based on: A. One safety / Two safety (INDY v. One safety, RUN v. Two safety) OR B. Is there a Free Access side? (INDY if yes, RUN if not) *If your criteria takes you to Indy use your normal procedure in choosing/signaling the Individual route
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# 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 NAME Ins Rec Outs Rec Mid Rec 40-50 BS 60-70 BS 80-90 BS Other BS tags Curl Arrow Curl Sit Mirror Under Indy/Fire Mirror, Trail Smash Choose Orbit Seam Mirror Under Indy/Fire Flood Arrow F.O.R. Go Sail Under Indy/Fire Flat Flat Go Pocket Seam Under Comeback Comeback Comeback Over Big Space Big Space Win Stop Box Seam (Hole) Pocket/Cbk Seam Mirror Mirror Hitches Hitch Hitch Hitch Mirror Mirror Trail Slick Slant Slant Slant Mirror Trail
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BLITZ, UNCOVERED, & THE NUMBERS GAME

As long as the defense has at least ONE safety deep, AND COVERS DOWN all of our receivers, we will always have enough pass protectors to get a hat on a hat. 5 defenders defenders committed committed to to coverage coverage 5 (4 for for our our 4 4 receivers receivers + +1 1 safety safety deep) deep) (4 leaves 6 available to rush the passer (5+6=11) for 6 available blockers (5 OL + 1 RB) 1 1 2 2 1 5 2 3 3 5 4 4
6 3
6 = 6
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They can outnumber our protection in one of two ways. The first is IF WE ALLOW THEM to leave a receiver uncovered
With only 4 now committed to coverage 7 rushers are now available 3 for 6 available blockers (5 OL + 1 RB) 1 2 1 5 2 6 3 7 4 5 4
You
Hit Get 6 6 = 7 >
1 2 3 4 5
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The other way they can outnumber our protection is to take the JACK safety out of the middle to either be the extra rusher, or to cover one of our receivers so that someone else can rush
With only 4 now committed to coverage 7 rushers are now available 3 for 6 available blockers (5 OL + 1 RB) 1 2 1 5 2 6 3 4 7 5 4
Know The Plan
6 = 7 > 6
1 2 3 4 5
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WINNING THE NUMBERS GAME Pt I: Uncovered

CHECKING UNCOVERED is NOT OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT. YOU ARE EXPECTED TO RECOGNIZE IT (Part of every six second rule) AND ATTACK IT ACCORDINGLY EVERY TIME. Failure to do so will be considered an M.A. More importantly, failure to do so will severely limit every other part of our offense. The only exceptions to this rule, the only times when you do NOT want to change to an uncovered check when these situations present themselves, are as follows:
1. 3rd and 7 or more 2. Backed up offense 3. 4-minute offense (sometimes) 4. 3rd and 1 or less (sometimes)
IF youre presented with an uncovered look by the defense in one of these situations, generally, you must add PROTECTION to the uncovered side
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CHECKING UNCOVERED is NOT OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT. YOU ARE EXPECTED TO RECOGNIZE IT (Part of every six second rule) AND ATTACK IT ACCORDINGLY EVERY TIME.
There are FOUR options available to you to attack Uncovered situations:

QUICK PERIMETER SCREENS
A. Green (Rt) / Gold (Lt) Bubble Screen to Inside receiver [Gun or Under] B. Orange (Rt) / Olive (Lt) Mini-Alley Screen to Outside receiver [Gun or Under] 90-190 GAME A. 92-192 HItch All Hitches with possible TRAIL tag [Best from Gun] B. 99-199 Look All Slants [Under only]
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QUICK SCREENS
These are the quickest, highest percentage ways to exploit uncovered. Which you choose depends on the technique of the CB. Check to these simply by replacing the name in your cadence with the appropriate color (Olive, Olive19, 19SetHit)
Against a soft corner, we generally like GREEN (shown) and GOLD to get a moving receiver outside to a blocked perimeter
Vs. a Hard Corner, we want to get to the void INSIDE the CB and then back out, using a miniature Alley Screen (1 step timing) called ORANGE & OLIVE
J B C B
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90-190 THROWS
Two of our 90-190 passes are particularly well-suited to quickly get guys into areas voided by defenders who arent covering down. Use a live name and the number to check to them.
92-192 ALL HITCH
*All-purpose check: 2 or 3 receiver side, best from Gun *Hitches spaced out laterally. Cheat LB cant get to them. *Pre-snap alert for Tilt, possible Trail call BS. ID most uncovered & object him. Drop is Rocker step (3 qk f/Under),
99-199 LOOK
*Usually to 2 receiver side, always under C *Inside Slant holds non-walked out LB where he is, creates lane for Outside Slant *1-step drop, Outside Slant on rhythm *Pre-snap can Trail BS if worried about disguise
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C B C
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WINNING THE NUMBERS GAME Pt II: Blitz

ANY TIME there is no safety in the middle of the field in the passing game, we go into ATTACK mode and must use a certain thought process. You must view this as an OPPORTUNITY!
RECOGNIZE IT PROTECT IT ATTACK IT
RECOGNIZE
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. SEE that theres no Jack in your :06 rule KNOW which side the extra rusher is on (Jacks side) KNOW whether the CB are pressed or off UNDERSTAND the situation & how it relates to potential answers KNOW what you the play called says to do v. blitz
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PROTECT
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Point & motion in a protector (90-190, Hot 90-190, 40-50, 160-170), OR Add Stay (Eastern/Western) OR Stud or Slug the back (60-70) OR Check out of what youre in to 60-70 OR Beat the pressure with a quick throw (advanced)
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ATTACK
1. Number one answer is to check to whatever ALLEY SCREEN is available to you in the formation youre in: 1. Oakland/Oxford to 2-receiver side 2. Denver/Dallas to 3 rec. 2. Second failsafe answer is to check 64-74 or 62-72 3. If you stay in: 1. 90-190 a. FIRE or BOX to inside rec. v. Press b. INDY to outside rec. v. Off c. 89-99 Slick v. Off 2. Eastern/Western STAY call, think OVER route to Comeback
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ORGANIZING the PASSING GAME: PASS STRUCTURES

Every pass pattern we use is set up with a certain thought in mind, a certain way of attacking a defense and putting defenders in positions where they cant cover everyone. These different ways of attacking are called structures. In other words, although different plays may use different routes to get guys to different places, many of them will have in common the same basic thought process, and are trying to do similar things to break the defense downthey have the same Structure. You will speed up your learning if you first understand the structures we use, and will be more organized in your thinking by associating certain plays with certain structures, rather than just memorizing everything. WITHIN A GIVEN STRUCTURE, your reads are very often the same. In other words, if one play thats in a certain structure uses a Progression, its highly likely that most if not all the other plays in that structure do also. Again, this simplifies and organizes your thinking as you master all the things you have to know.
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EVERY PASS IN OUR OFFENSE IS PART OF ONE OF FOUR BASIC STRUCTURES
1. SOLO FLIGHT WITH HELP 2. HIGH-LOW ON THE EDGE 3. HORIZONTAL STRETCH 4. VERTICAL ATTACK
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Structure #1: Solo Flight with Help
Win a 1-on-1 matchup on one side, bring help toward it in the form of Spacing or some kind of stationary routes from the other side Pre-snap look at potential threats to 1-on-1; is generally a Progression (often across the board) starting with the 1-on-1 matchup 91-191 Spacing, 66-76 Double move routes (Utah, Horn), Fake Screens (Up, Replace)
Idea:
Thought process:
Routes that are Solo Flights:
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Structure #1: Solo Flight with Help
91-191 Spacing 91-191 Bush 66-76 Up and Replace Utah and Horn
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Structure #2: High-Low on the Edge
Put CB in a bind by putting a receiver in front of him and a receiver behind him, bringing an outlet from the backside toward the route, usually in the form of some kind of crossing pattern. These are generally movement throws Sprint, Bootleg, etc. Versus 1 safety: Progression or Object receiver read, starting with the shorter, quicker route Versus 2 safety: Key defender off CBs feet 62-72, 64-74; Basic East-West, East-West Whip, East-West Sneak
Idea:
Thought process:
Routes that are High-Low on the Edge:
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Structure #2: High-Low on the Edge
62-72 64-74 E-W (Basic) E-W Whip E-W Sneak
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Structure #3: Horizontal Stretch
Space two receivers out laterally at similar depths to create a 2-on-1 on an alley defender Usually works as a Progression, most often starting outside in or frontside to backside Sometimes is an Object receiver read, beginning with the guy we dont think the alley player will cover (91-191 Mirror, Floods) 3 routes (163-173 and all Flood routes); 65-75; 91-191 Mirror, 92-192, 89-99 East-West Stay, East-West Hole
Idea:
Thought process:
Routes that are Horizontal Stretches:
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Structure #3: Horizontal Stretch
3 routes; All Floods 65-75 91-191 Mirror 92-192 89-99 E-W Stay
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Structure #4: Vertical Attack
Outnumber and/or beat safety coverage in the area between the hashes with adjustable Seam routes Pre-snap: Identify safety or safeties and location relative to the hash or rest of the field, choose a Primary Seam Post-snap: Look at safety, influence him where you want him to go, throw to Primary if he stays; Hit other Seam if he doesnt do what you want; reset to outside receiver if you cant get a clean look. Any 7 route: 90-190, 90-190 Hole, 90-190 Slash
Idea:
Thought process:
Routes that are part of the Vertical Attack:
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Structure #4: Vertical Attack
90-190 90-190 Hole 90-190 Slash 90-190 Sluggo
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# Name Struc Pre-snap
Solo Solo Solo Solo Horiz Prem-Non-Prem; Access Prem-Non-Prem; Access Prem-Non-Prem; CB man ? Good look?(2 saf w/width or Press) Softest CB, widest alley
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QB THOUGHT PROCESS SUMMARY I

Blitz Q Outlet
Sit Sit Sit Sit BS Mini Under Under Under Under Under Over
Read
Object Mini-Curl (Non-prem) Prog Across the Board Prog A.T.B. Bush-Spot-Sit-Mini Prog A.T.B. Grab-Spot-Sit-Mini Object Mini-Curl 1 saf: Obj Orbit 2 saf: Key CB Prog Utah to Under Obj Sail 1s: Prog Flat-Undr 2s: Key C Prog Utah-Under Prog Outs Cbk-Ins Cbk-Ovr
91-191 Space Slant Bush Grab Mirror 62-72 Smash Utah 163-73 Flood 64-74 Flat Utah 65-75 Cbk 46-56 Bronco 66-76 Win 90-190 H,Y,Z Hole Slash Sluggo 92-192 Hitch
Fire, Indy or Chk Out Arrow Slant, Fire, Chk Out Slant Stay with! R/L prot Bush Stay with v. Good look Grab Check fire, add prot Arrow Stay with it MAX BS if 4 wk Stay with it MAX BS if 4 wk Orbit Orbit Flat ----
Hi-Lo CB depth, Alley/Saf width Solo Saf width Horiz Whos defending Sail? Hi-Lo CB depth, Alley/Saf width Solo Saf width Horiz CB tech, Alley width Solo Solo Vert Vert Vert Vert Poss. Ollie, 4 ov 2 FS? CB leverage on Stop
Stay with it. MAX BS Arrow
Stay with it. MAX BS None Can stay with; SOLID Flat Can stay w/; MAX BS None None Slash None Hitch
Big Spc Prog Across the Board Curl Prog Stop-Curl Cbk Cbk Cbk Trail 1s: Key Saf 2s: Prog Box-Cbk Same: 1s try to stare J to Hole 1s: Same 2s: Prog Slash-Cbk Prog 1s: Slug-Box-Cbk 2s: Box-Comeback Prog Across Board
Safety loc.; Choose Primary Check Out Same as Basic Under cover on Slash *Keep on! Sink R Sluggo access *Keep on! OK v. Off; Fire v. Prs
Horiz ID most uncov; Trail call BS
89-99 Slick
Horiz CB lev.; Can Trail BS
Stay with! R/L prot
Slants
Trail
Prog Ins-Outs-Trail
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QB THOUGHT PROCESS SUMMARY II

Name
Boot Whip Sneak Stay Hole
Struc
Pre-snap
Blitz
Outlet
Read
1s: Prog PA-Ov-Cb 2s: Key C *Poss peek at Split
Hi-Lo EMLOS, Alley, have Split? STAY call or Check Same; WHIP serves as Pin Arrow Same; SNEAK serves as Pin Arow MUST GET OUT Horiz Horiz Horiz Hi-Lo Hi-Lo EMLOS, CB lev, Split? Stay with it 4 over 2? Hole likely open? STAY call to TE Just like E-W Stay Just like Basic E-W Boot Press CB (Alert) On move v. 4 wk
P.Arrow Over
E-W
None Over late Prog Over-Cbk; poss. Peek P. Arrow Follow Prog PA-Over-Follow (Peek)
Ctr Ps Basic Arrow 226-27 Snag
Arrow
Snag
Prog Arrow-Snag
*If Alert: Key CB Arw-Corner
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91-191 SPACING Thought Process

INDIVIDUAL SIDE *1 on 1
CONCEPT SIDE *3 on 2
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Pre-Snap: v. Blitz: Premium or Non-premium? If Premium, what type of access? *Premium Work Individual side *Non-Premium Work Concept side 1) Fire, if you have one (Hot protection), v. Press 2) Individual if you have a matchup & leverage you like 3) Check out To Individual side: Drop according to the route thats on To concept side: 3 big (Rock & Hitch) Arrow (Concept side only) Spacing Sit Individual side: Concept side: PROGRESSION Individual to Sit with eyes OBJECT the Mini Curl; Sit v. Inside Invasion, Arrow v. Outside *Can Deke Alley defender out of Mini-Curl lane *Triangle throw to Mini-Curl, alert Gut shot, Triangle with EYES to the Sit *Arrow is a 1 ball through the shoulder (dont lead)
Drop:
Q: Outlet: Read:
Ball:
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91-191 SPACING: Slant tag

Tagging Individual side to Slant tells you to read it as a Progression ACROSS THE BOARD 1. Progression is Slant to Spacing Sit to Mini Curl to Arrow 2. Can eliminate the Slant mentally pre-snap v. NO ACCESS, but look it off on 1st step regardless 3. Drop becomes 1 to the Slant, reset for depth to Sit/Mini Curl/Arrow 4. Remember, FEET follow your EYES, and your FEET will tell you if its open YES/NO, natural rhythm
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91-191 SPACING: Mirror tag

MIRROR gives you an Arrow and a Mini-Curl on each side (Also a FS Sit in Hot protection) 1. Pre-snap choose a side using the following priorities: 1. Softest CB (Dont throw into a press CB of any kind must check out) 2. WIDEST alley player (so we can influence him to the Arrow & hit the Mini) 3. FURTHEST Danger player (ILB) 2. Post-snap is basically the same as working a concept side: 1. 3 big (Rock & Hitch)
2. Object the Mini to the side you choose, try and Deke Alley player onto the Arrow 3. Q is the same, GET OUT v. Blitz or Check Fire; 4. OUTLET is now MINI CURL away from the side you choose (MUST get EYES)
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91-191 SPACING: Mirror tag

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91-191 SPACING: Bush tag

*BUSH stands for (Backside) Back Up Sideline. It was made famous by Reggie Bush. It really stretches a defense horizontally, and builds in a HUGE man-to-man beater with the Bush route by the back.
*It puts you in across the board progression mode, starting with the Bush backside *Unless we are in a C protection, you will be in a HOT situation! You would like to keep the Back Out! R or L the protection TO the Bush side to keep it on and get protected! *The Outside receiver will Tight Split and run a Spot, will end up in the same place as a Mini-Curl *The Back is going run a course through the heels of the Outside receiver, and react to the CB. -If the CB stays high, he will hook up at about 1 yd depth where an Arrow would be -If the CB runs with the Outside receiver, he will turn up the sideline! -He is always your #1 read! SEE the CB as you start your progression! -If CB turns, think 2-ball right on RBs head; if he stays high, 1-ball triangle throw to RB *If RB isnt there, exhause your progression Spot to Sit to Mini to Arrow *Drop is Rocker Hitch to Bush or Spot, 2nd Hitch to Sit Mini, Quick Escape to Arrow
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91-191 SPACING: Bush tag

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91-191 SPACING: Grab tag

*Grab takes Spacing with Slant to the next level by initially featuring your backside Inside receiver as the starting point for the across the board read. We want to use this Grab man on a Box Bend versus wide 2-safety looks or a Fire versus press man to win, and then exhaust the Spacing progression if he doesnt. The backside outside receiver (Grab route) is being used to control underneath coverage to give your Grab the best possible chance! *If you know pre-snap that your Grab cant win, you can put the outside man back on an individual with a hand signal and work it as an across the board progression (Individual to Sit to Mini to Arrow) OR eliminate a side pre-snap like you would on basic 91-191. Grab man will run a Fire, as on his normal backside 90-190 rules. *What would eliminate Grab pre-snap and trigger you to signal an Individual? Remember that Grab is for 2-safety looks with wide safeties or any kind of Press man (1 safety or 0 safety). So, if you are certain that you dont have any of those looks, you would want to put the Individual back on. Looks that would make you do this include: 2-safety look with safeties hugging the hash/inside the Grab, 1 safety look with off CB, etc. *Protection will generally be HOT or CHECK. You would LIKE to keep it on and win big the Grab against Cover 0, so SINK the back if it all possible to get protected!
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SCENARIO #1: v. 2 safeties with width
1. Pre-snap: 2-safety look, I feel like Grab has a chance to win against his safety 2. Rocker & Hitch: Bending Grab to Sit, 2nd Hitch to Mini-Curl, Quick Escape to Arrow 3. (Advanced): If the Box is taken because the Alley player zones him off, you can triangle ball the Grab route off your hitch instead
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SCENARIO #2: v. Press Man
1. Pre-snap: Press man look means I love my Grab, now as a Fire route 2. Rocker with look-off: 3 ball to Fire, save it to Sit off a Hitch if he gets handled
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SCENARIO #3: v. Bad look
1. Pre-snap: Dont think the Grab can win with either optionin this case, because Saf is too tight 2. Signal Individual you want to BS Outsif you think hes cleanand work him to Sit to Mini to Arrow Across the board. If you dont like any individuals, go straight to Object reading the Mini FS.
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92-192 HITCH Thought Process

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1) Which side has the least underneath coverage? a) To that side, which receiver is MOST uncovered? b) To the opposite side, make a TRAIL call 1) Can stay with it v. OFF coverage, know whos coming free, possible prot. redirect 2) Individual if you have a matchup & leverage you like 3) Check out 3 quick (Rocker) All receivers Trail side in Windows 1, 2, possibly 3 PROGRESSION, ACROSS THE BOARD, starting with Most uncovered, working back to Trail side. Triangle throws. EYES to all Trail-side receivers.
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SCENARIO #1 1. Left side has fewest short defenders. Will start there. To right side, call TRAIL RIGHT 2. MIDDLE receiver on left is most uncovered. Start ACROSS THE BOARD progression with him, work backward. No Tilt should be called against this look by receivers.
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SCENARIO #2 1. Right side has fewest short defenders. Will start there. To Left side, call TRAIL LEFT 2. INSIDE receiver on left is most uncovered. Start ACROSS THE BOARD progression with him, work backward. Pressed CB outside him will cause Tilt call.
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62-72 SMASH Thought Process

Pre-Snap: v. Blitz: Drop: Q: Outlet: Read: 1) Likelihood of Orbit being covered a) Cornerback depth b) Alley player width 2) Likelihood of Corner Choosing a) Cornerback depth b) Safety (2 saf) width 1) Can stay with it: ORBIT v. Off man, CORNER to UNDER v. Press 2) Alert #4 weak to stay on move in your drop Tight U Orbit Under 1 safety: OBJECT the OrbitCORNER if invaded from top, CHOOSE if from inside 2 safety: KEY DEFENDER the CBs feetOrbit if they back up, CORNER or CHOOSE if they squat Triangle throw to the Orbit, alert gut shot; Choose is an outside shoulder 1 ball Corner route is 2-ball against any 2-safety look; 3 ball against 1 safety or 0 safety; flatten him to the open air along the sideline
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SCENARIO #1 1. Single safety look; is an OBJECT RECEIVER read off the Orbit 2. Let it rip on your 3rd step if Orbit is not invaded, Triangle throw 3. Choose to outside shoulder if invaded from inside out 4. Corner with a 3 ball (since only 1 safety) if invaded from top down V V V V V V V V V V
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SCENARIO #2 1. Two safety look; becomes a KEY DEFENDER read off the CBs feet 2. If his feet back up, hit the Orbit in rhythm off 3d step with a triangle throw 3. If his feet stop or close up, hit the inside receiver on his Corner or Choose 4. Under to run is your Outlet V V V V V V V
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64-74 FLAT Thought Process

Pre-Snap: v. Blitz: Drop: Q: Outlet: Read: 1) Leverage on the Flat route (Do I need help?) a) Head-up or outside alley defender w/ soft CB: Ask for GL f/ Outside rec. b) HARD press CB (3 or less) & dont want to throw Pocket: Burst Corner (because of Dn/Dist or Safety width or possible Cover 3 Cloud) 1) Can stay with it: think FLAT, use help from outside receiver 2) Alert #4 weak to stay on move in your drop Tight U Flat Under 1 safety: PROGRESSION FLAT to GOALLINE (should have one) to UNDER 2 safety: KEY DEFENDER the CBs feetFlat if they back up, POCKET if they squat Flat must be thrown through the shoulder , ON TIME (dont lead him); Pocket is a 2 ball with width; Goalline is an outside shoulder throw
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SCENARIO #1 1. Two safety look; KEY DEFENDER the CBs feet 2. Rip the Flat through the shoulder pad on your 3d step if feet back up at all 3. 2 ball to the pocket if his feet come up, widen him away from the safety to a spot 18-20 4. Under to run is your outlet V V V V V V V V V
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SCENARIO #2 1. Soft corner + alley player with good leverage on the Flat; call GOALLINE to help Flat 2. 1 safety defense: PROGRESSION Flat to Goalline to Under to Run
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EAST/WEST Thought Process (Basic)

Pre-Snap:
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1) EMOL & Potential edge rush, anticipate pull-up if big width 2) Potential threats to Pin Arrow (Alley OLB, Press CB) 3) Do I have a Clear (2 deployed rec.) and what are his chances (nosy support Saf.)? STAY call if you want to run it, or check out Bootleg Pin Arrow Over or Comeback to Run *Must ATTACK L.O.S. as you get to Outlet stage, Run the Over open *Peek at Clear if 1st 10/2d S; look for a hand 1 safety: PROGRESSION PIN ARROW to OVER to COMEBACK 2 safety: KEY DEFENDER the CBs feetPIN ARROW if they back up, POCKET if they squatComeback or Over if basic read breaks down Ball must be loaded out of fake to deliver Pin Arrow through the shoulder NOW; Pocket & Over are 2 balls; do not try to throw Comeback over anyones head
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SCENARIO #1 1. Pre-snap: EMOL is tight (Good chance to break contain); I have no clear (only 1 deployed receiver); OLB in alley has some leverage on P. Arrow 2. 1 safety defense: PROGRESSION Pin Arrow to Over to Comeback to Run
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SCENARIO #2 1. Pre-snap: EMOL is wide (Alert for pull-up); I have a clear (only 2 deployed rec.), safety in a support position means I will peek at him; No other alley presence makes me feel good about the Pin Arrows chances 2. 2 safety defense: KEY DEFENDER CBs feet Pin Arrow if he backs up, Pocket if he squeezes; Over, poss. Comeback, as outlets
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EAST/WEST Thought Process Whip

**Same as Basic East/West or Eastern/Western, WHIP replaces Pin Arrow, should be in same place at same time
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EAST/WEST Thought Process Sneak

**Same as Basic East/West or Eastern/Western, EXCEPT: 1) Sped up footwork: Normal 1-2-3, no chopping feet on 4-5, just step for depth & snap out 2) Versus Blitz, GET OUT (No Stay call) 3) Sneak replaces Pin Arrow in your thought process
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EAST/WEST Thought Process Stay

Pre-Snap: v. Blitz: Drop: Q: Outlet: Read: Ball: 1) EMOL & Potential edge rush, anticipate pull-up if big width 2) CBs leverage on the Comeback (only pressed outside CB concerns us) 3) The Alley: OLB or nosy support safeties who could rob the Over 4) Do I have a Clear, and what chance does he have to win? Can stay with it Bootleg None Run PROGRESSION Over to Comebackbe patient & work it Over is a 2 ball; neither route should be thrown OVER TOP of underneath defenders.
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EAST/WEST Thought Process Hole

HOLE is a concept designed to attack defenses that over-commit or over-rotate to the 3-receiver side of a formation. In addition to the standard Pin Arrow and Over routes, it includes a Hole route which to clear a path for the Over as well as give us a possible deep look. A Follow route trails the Over to give you an additional player working into your vision as you boot. Pre-Snap: 0) if there a total of 4 defenders (Saf + LB) to Boot side, check out 1) Width of EMOL, anticipating the possibility of pull-up 2) Deep safety rotation & potential for the Hole to pop open, know whether to Peek 3) Alley to the side Im booting; anyone out there that will be waiting for P. Arrow? Call Stay, work Hole to Over! Great call v. Blitz! Think pull-up! Bootleg Pin Arrow Follow to Run Possible Peek for a raised hand to Hole; PROGRESSION Pin Arrow to Over to Follow Hole and Over are 2 balls
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EAST/WEST Thought Process Rail

HOLE is a concept designed to attack defenses that over-commit or over-rotate to the 3-receiver side of a formation. In addition to the standard Pin Arrow and Over routes, it includes a Hole route which to clear a path for the Over as well as give us a possible deep look. A Follow route trails the Over to give you an additional player working into your vision as you boot. Pre-Snap: 0) if there a total of 4 defenders (Saf + LB) to Boot side, check out 1) Width of EMOL, anticipating the possibility of pull-up 2) Deep safety rotation & potential for the Hole to pop open, know whether to Peek 3) Alley to the side Im booting; anyone out there that will be waiting for P. Arrow? Call Stay, work Hole to Over! Great call v. Blitz! Think pull-up! Bootleg Pin Arrow Follow to Run Possible Peek for a raised hand to Hole; PROGRESSION Pin Arrow to Over to Follow Hole and Over are 2 balls
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66-76 WIN
A combination route used to create high-percentage opportunities to gain 10 to 14 yards using an isolated Stop route on the frontside to win 1-on-1, and a stationary Curl on the backside if the underneath coverage overreacts to the half-roll action. Excellent call on 3rd and Long and in 2-minute situations.
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66-76 WIN Thought Process

Pre-Snap: v. Blitz: Drop: Q: Outlet: Read: Ball: 1) Leverage on the Stop route what is his likelihood of winning? a) Cornerback who and where b) Alley player 1) Outnumbered strong: Can stay with it 2) Outnumbered weak: Must win with Stop (Stay on Run) or check out 5 Angle (3 angle from Gun) Quick off anchor to Stop, Kick back to Curl None Working Curl (Eyes) PROGRESSION Stop to Curl. Stop is a Yes/No by the 3rd step in your drop *On 166 or 176, you have 3 receivers BS Work Stop to Mars to Curl Stop is thrown on time when butt drops throw to a spot 10 x 2 Curl is a Triangle throw or Gut shot
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46-56 BRONCO
SIMILAR to 66-76 Win in that we are attempting to WIN on a single receiver side and work back to stationary receivers backside if we cannot. BRONCO uses a TE player on the Frontside and gives him multiple options pre- and post-snap to best defeat coverage to his side. You will generally have 3 receivers instead of 2 backside. Great medium-range pass against people to do not respect the backside of a 3-receiver set.
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46-56 BRONCO Thought Process

Pre-Snap: 1) Are there 4 LB/Saf to the frontside? If so, Eliminate it from your progression 2) No safeties between Bronco man and the BSTE? If so, call Ollie, put Bronco In the Box. 3) Clues as to what the Bronco might do: a) FS ILB look like a Blitzer? b) How tight is the FS CB? Check H in (Solid call) Backside. Work normal progression 3 (Gun only). Anchor only to Box; 1 Hitch to other Bronco routes, 2 Hitches to BS RB in the Flat Mars or Curl (Eyes)
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PROGRESSION ACROSS THE BOARD Bronco to Mars to Curl to Arrow Bronco Out is through the Shoulder as you see his butt drop off your 1st Hitch up. Bronco Curl is a Triangle throw (possible Gut shot) off 1st Hitch Bronco Box is a 2-ball off Anchor step, possibly even Rocker & Hitch rather than 3 Bronco Corner is 2-ball off Hitch Mars & Curl are Triangle throws with EYES off 2nd Hitch up
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1. Pre-snap #1: 3 LB/Saf to Bronco side; can start progression with Bronco as normal 2. Pre-snap #2: No Ollie because of Js align; C could go either way; ILB blitz not imminent 3. Start progression with Bronco, anticipating equal possibility of him breaking Out or to Corner CB backs up, telling Bronco to run OUT at 12, the lane to him is open, hit him off hitch step 4. If you feel the Bronco invaded, snap your eyes/feet/shoulders back to Mars to Curl to Arrow, look for eyes, work back across the board. 3 2
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1. Pre-snap #1: 3 LB/Saf to Bronco side; can start progression with Bronco as normal 2. Pre-snap #2: No Ollie because of Js align; C could go either way; ILB blitz not imminent 3. Start progression with Bronco, anticipating equal possibility of him breaking Out or to Corner ILB blitzes, even though he didnt give it away; RB yells Stunt, Bronco now Hooks into void seeing him open, give him a triangle throw off your first hitch step. 4. If you feel the Bronco invaded, snap your eyes/feet/shoulders back to Mars to Curl to Arrow, look for eyes, work back across the board. 2
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1. Pre-snap #1: 3 LB/Saf to Bronco side; can start progression with Bronco as normal 2. Pre-snap #2: No Ollie because of S; C is tight; ILB blitz not imminent 3. Start progression with Bronco, expecting Corner because of CBs depth, ready to react to Out CB sits, opening the door to throw a 2-ball Corner off your Hitch step 4. If you feel the Bronco invaded, snap your eyes/feet/shoulders back to Mars to Curl to Arrow, look for eyes, work back across the board.
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1. Pre-snap #1: 4 LB/Saf to Bronco side; Bronco is dead, look off to it for a step, work Mars to Curl to Arrow
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1. Pre-snap #1: 3 LB/Saf to Bronco side; can start progression with Bronco as normal 2. Pre-snap #2: No safety between Bronco & BS TE area! Ollie call, put Bronco IN the BOX! 3. Start progression with Bronco Box, 2-ball to open area off Rock & Hitch or 3 Anchor 4. If you feel Box invaded, snap your eyes/feet/shoulders back to Mars to Curl to Arrow, look for eyes, work back across the board. 5. If you see CB in man pos. pre-snap & he covers Box outside in, can 3-ball RB up sideline
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46-56 BRONCO Note

Bronco is a Cadillac route in that it has answers for everything and should be a route we can work open and complete against any coverage or team on our schedule. What makes it a Cadillac is the variety of options and the reliance on you and the Bronco to see the same thing and react the same waythis sophistication gives us control. For that reason, it is a high-investment, time-consuming process to get good at it. The key thing for you to remember is this: If anything ever goes wrong on the Bronco side (he runs a route youre not expecting, etc.), you have 3 guys backside whom you must trust to work open! WORK the Big Space if you ever have any questionsit SAVES us from BAD plays on this route.
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FLOOD 63-73 163-173 226-227 E-W

A three-level route that overloads zones, puts particular stress on alley defenders, and gives a slot receiver freedom to get open in whatever dead spot is presented at a depth of 10 to 12 yards. Excellent 3rd and long play from 60-70; good way to take a Chunk of the field on early downs off 200 or Bootleg action
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FLOOD Thought Process

Pre-Snap: v. Blitz: Drop: Q: Outlet: Read: 1) Do I have an Arrow to control the alley defender? 2) Who will try to defend the Sail? Alley player? Support safety? Fast ILB? Can stay with if you like matchup on the Sail. 60-70: STUD or SLUG R. Max v. 4 weak 60-70 160-170 (Gun only): 3 & Hitch to Sail, Aborted 3 Anchor to Arrow Arrow Under OBJECT RECEIVER the Sail. Abort to Arrow if you see Alley working under it; get to Under if anything else disrupts it. KNOW & FEEL what type of break Sail will make. 2 ball to Sail. Lead him on a Man break, take him to dead area on a zone bend, Stop him in the hole if he presents his numbers.
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DOUBLE COMEBACK 65-75 E-W

A horizontal stretch route designed to work one of two Comeback routes open on the edge of the defense by creating a 2 on 1 on the alley defender. Consistently our best throw on 3rd & 12+ !
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DBL COMEBACK Thought Process

Pre-Snap: v. Blitz: Drop: Q: Outlet: Read: Ball: 1) Is CB going to be a problem for outside Comeback (Press Outside only) 2) Who is the alley player? How likely is he to get underneath outside Comeback? Can stay with it. MAX the backside v. 4 weak. v. 4 Strong, STUD or SLUG R. Dash (Mini-drop & break contain) None Over PROGRESSION Outside Comeback to Inside Comeback to Over (Run Over open) Triangle ball (alert gut shot) to Comeback, 2 ball to Over
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90-190 BOX Thought Process

Pre-Snap: v. Blitz: Drop: Q: Outlet: Read: 1) # of safeties a) If one safety: Which Seam is he closest to? b) If two safeties: Width of safeties related to hash & Seam Box c) If two safeties: CB techniqueif Cover 2, Pocket shot is possible on 2d read! Check out Rocker Hitch to Seam/Box inside; Second Hitch to Comebacks outside None Comeback 1 safety: Key Jack saf, throw Seam opposite him, save it with short side Comeback *Idea is to stare Jack onto Seam he aligned closest to pre-snap *Treat Hole just like another Seamtry to stare Jack onto him! 2 safeties: Stare safety opposite Box, Hit Box Bender in rhythm, Comeback or possible Pocket late 2-ball to Seam, 2-ball to Comeback, 2-ball to Box Bend (the tighter the safety, the flatter you take him with the ball). Throwing on TIME is crucial inside! Bring the Comeback back away from the CB and keep the ball in the framework of his body!
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1. Pre-snap: Pick the Seam to work based on which is furthest from Jack 2. Stare J onto the Seam opposite the one you chose, hit your chosen Seam on rhythm if he stays 3. If J doesnt do what you want, hit the Seam away from his movement on the same rhythm 4. If the Seam is zoned off or CB collapses hard on top of route, reset your feet to the shortest Comeback. Do NOT try to work back to the other Seamhes DEAD to you.
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1a. Pre-snap: See near safetys relationship to Boxthe wider, the better! 1b. Pre-snap: Have a sense of whether CB will give up Pocket by coverage! Likely only in Cov 2!
2. Stare far saf onto opp. Seam as you catch/rock, snap eyes to Box on hitch, 2-ball on him if he wins
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1. Pre-snap: See Jacks relationship to the Seam and the Hole 2. Idea is to stare J onto the Hole if at all possible, throw the Seam in rhythm 3. If J is overrotated pre-snap or really works to the Seam, 2-ball the Hole in the same rhythm. 4. If the Seam gets zoned off or jammed or CB collapses on top of your Seam, reset your feet to the shortest Comeback. Do NOT try to work back to the other Seamhes DEAD to you.
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1a. Pre-snap: See near safetys relationship to Seamthe wider, the better! 1b. Pre-snap: Have a sense of whether CB will give up Pocket by coverage! Likely only in Cov 2!
2. Stare far safety onto Hole as you catch/rock, snap eyes to Bender on hitch, 2-ball on him if he wins
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90-190 SLASH Thought Process

*Slash is a turbocharged version of Box in that it creates a 5 vertical attack instead of 4 by widening the landmarks of the Seams (no Bend) to pry open the deep middle for the Slash. *We will be in a HOT protection! This is a version of Box that we want to STAY IN v. Blitz coverage! Sink your RB to get protected and keep it on! *Your reads dont change much:
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Versus 1 Safety: Read Just like normal Box, Seam to Seam to Comeback
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90-190 SLUGGO Thought Process

*Sluggo gives us a way to protect with 7 within our Vertical Attack structure by essentially doing two jobs (Comeback to win against the CB and Seam to move or hold a safety) with one route (the Sluggo or Slant & Go) route. *It is also a great way to attack man coverage with a hard sell double move route in the Sluggo! *This is a GREAT thought against pressure looks as well as 1-safety defenses! Theres nothing wrong with it against two-safety looks as long as the safeties activate and have some width! *We will use this some as a CAN play or a check against single high or pressure looks! *Pre-snap read is the same as Box, including safety alignment, and CB squat likelihood in 2 saf. *The DROP rhythm and throws are very similar to Box: Rocker (Pump to Slant as you hit your back foot), Hitch to Sluggo or Seam, 2nd Hitch to Comeback *Sluggo is read as a PROGRESSION. Where it starts depends on the number of safeties: 1 safety: PROGRESSION Sluggo (even hes leavin) to Seam to Comeback 2 safety: PROGRESSION Seam (Bending) to Comeback *Throw is a 3-ball to Sluggo, 2-ball to Seam, 2-ball to Comeback on his body
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WHAT YOU MUST KNOW GENERAL KNOWLEDGE 1. What STARTS the clock and what STOPS the clock 2. The difference between a CONTROL pass and a CHUNK pass 1. How to know when to use each 2. What CONTROL passes and CHUNK passes are available from each formation 3. When to use a time-out 4. When and how to use the Clock play
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1. CLOCK STOPPAGE A. STOPS THE CLOCK & WE CAN HUDDLE IF WE CHOOSE (Official: Big X with arms) A. Official or players time out B. Player runs out of bounds C. Incomplete Pass D. Injury E. Change of possession B. STOPS, BUT WE WILL ALIGN ON L.O.S. (Official: Small X with arms - will re-start when ball is spotted for play) A. After a first down (chains move) B. Measurement C. Penalty C. WHAT STARTS THE CLOCK: A. Ball is snapped B. Referee indicates ball is ready for play after one of the above scenarios
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2. CONTROL v. CHUNK PASS A. Control passes are shorter throw when we are ahead of the clock (Distance to objective is less than the number of seconds on the clock) in a Red Ball situation. It is generally designed to get 5 to 8 yards, and, hopefully, out of bounds B. Chunk passes are designed to get, at minimum, a first down and get us back into being ahead of the clock. The routes may or may not get us out of bounds, but should stop the clock temporarily by achieving first down yardage C. Some passes have both Control and Chunk throws in them. If we are behind the clock and thus in a Chunk situation, you must throw the ball away if the Chunk part of the route isnt open. In a Control situation, ahead of the clock you can read the route out as you normally would! D. Seconds to go > Yardage to our objective = CONTROL MODE Seconds to go < Yardage to our objective = CHUNK MODE
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2. CONTROL v. CHUNK PASS CONTROL PASSES 90-190 (Indy) Denver-Dallas 91-191 89-99 92-192 Oakland-Oxford
CONTROL PASSES with CHUNKS BUILT IN 62-72 64-74 CHUNK PASSES 90-190 Indy (Stop)
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3. WHEN TO USE TIME-OUTS 1. After a sack 2. If we have two or three timeouts, any time in a series that the ball stays in bounds short of first down yardage 3. To get field goal personnel onto the field 4. Critical fourth down that requires discussion & conferring when we have no other options.
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4. WHEN and HOW TO USE THE CLOCK PLAY 1. When we have no time-outs, it is 1st, 2nd, or 3rd down, and we need to get field goal personnel onto the field 2. When were behind the clock, have no timeouts, and FIRST DOWN play fails to get out of bounds beyond the chains (we do not want to do it after a 2nd down play and create 4th down; we must not use it after a 3rd down play and spike it on 4th down! THATS IT! Outside of these scenarios, you should be managing the clock by having the play called, your team set, and ready to go as soon as the referee sets the ball ready for play! PROCEDURE: Call Clock, Clock as soon as the previous play ends, all receivers line up in easiest possible formation and get set QUICKLY, you double check to make sure everyone is set, hands under center with big stagger, secure snap, step back and SEE the ball hit the ground in front of you! Remind receivers NOT to release downfield!
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WHAT YOU MUST KNOW ON THE FIELD 1. What is our OBJECTIVE?
a. Must have TD b. Must have FG c. Want TD, must have FG d. Any points are a bonus
2. How many TIME-OUTS do we have? 3. Yardage needed for objective versus time remaining (in seconds)
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GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS 1. ALL Red Ball is automatically shotgun and automatically on SetHit (no cadence)*.
*May also use Silent cadence or Center cadence
2. Because of coverages people play, you must be more aware of danger players and deep linebacker drops. Underneath coverage especially does not behave as it does in normal situations. CB are more likely to retreat. Safeties are less likely to bite on pump fakes. 3. When we get a FIRST DOWN, IN BOUNDS, you MUST get the players aligned, set, the play called and ready BEFORE the official spots the ball. You MUST conserve clock by being able to say SetHit as soon as the whistle blows! 4. Avoid sacks at all costs! Throw the ball away UNLESS its fourth down
1. If we have one, we will ALWAYS take a time-out IMMEDIATELY after a sack!
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PROCEDURE
Previous Play Ends

1. Assess:
1. In or out of bounds? 2. First down or not? 3. Updated time v. Yards to objective
2. Immediately find coach, get signal (if not calling it your own), start calling Red Ball, Red Ball as you do to get team on the line 3. As you move toward L.O.S., get Y and H aligned immediately (X & Z stay same side), call it 3 times to each side:
1. LEFT LEFT LEFT, LEFT LEFT, LEFT! 2. RIGHT RIGHT RIGHT, RIGHT RIGHT RIGHT 3. BASE BASE BASE, BASE BASE BASE TE & H Left; ends up Liz Flame TE & H right, ends up Rip Firm TE right, H left, ends up Base
4. As you get to LOS, signal route to WR on either side, get eye contact confirmation; Verbally tell OL the protection up & down the line (e.g., 60, 60, 60, or 90, 90, 90) 5. Make a Ready, Ready, Ready call as a final check, also alerting Center that SetHit will come right after whistle. Everyone should be set, SetHit as soon as official blows the whistle.
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MENU: RIGHT and LEFT Control passes in Blue Control with Chunk built-in in Green -- Chunk Passes in Red
87 Hole
15
62 64
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65 65 163
##
65
10
81
D-D
81
62
64
Y H Z
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MENU: BASE Control passes in Blue Control with Chunk built-in in Green -- Chunk Passes in Red
97 H
15
87 Y
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66
90 (Stop)
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80 (Stop) 99 89 88 Oxford 66
10
90 (Indy)
5
80 (Indy)
98 Oakland
X H
Y Z
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ROUTE PACKAGES DIRECTORY

EAST/WEST BOOTLEG
Basic
Whip Sneak Stay Hole
5 ROUTE: COMEBACK
6 ROUTE: WIN
INDIVIDUAL 1 ROUTE: SPACING
Basic Slant Mirror Bush Grab Basic Bronco
7 ROUTE: BOX
Basic Hole Sluggo Slash
2 ROUTE: SMASH
3 ROUTE: FLOOD
8 ROUTE: HITCH 9 ROUTE: SLICK
4 ROUTE: FLAT
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COVERAGE
COVERAGE OVERVIEW
Understanding Coverage Families Cornerback D.E.L. Safety Alignment
2 SAFETY COVERAGES
Cover 2 Cover 2 Man Cover 4 Cover 8
0 SAFETY COVERAGES
Cover 0
Cover 0 Press
2 SAFETY ROTATIONS
Sky Rotation (Cover 3 Sky) Cloud Rotation (Cover 3 Cloud)
1 SAFETY COVERAGES
Cover 1
Cover 1 Press
Cover 3
1 SAFETY ROTATIONS
Cover 5
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RUN/PASS CALLS
RUN/PASS OVERVIEW
NOW BINGO
GREEN / GOLD
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UNCOVERED CHECKS
UNCOVERED OVERVIEW COLOR SCREENS: 90 CHECKS:
Hitch & Slick
Green/Gold Orange/Olive
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DEFENSIVE FRONTS
D LINE TECHNIQUES
DEFENSIVE CORES
1 DL: Odd and Stack 2 DL: Split and Even 3 DL: Bear 0 and Bear 1
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DROPS
DROPS OVERVIEW
40-50 SERIES DROPS 60-70 SERIES DROPS 90-190 SERIES DROPS
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TERMS: Pre-Snap, Post-Snap, Reads

RUN CHECK TERMS
Widest Technique
Tightest Technique Lightest Surface Overhang Player
POST-SNAP PASS TERMS

Read Player
Danger Player Q and Outlet Receivers Deke and Pump
PRE-SNAP PASS TERMS

Covered/Uncovered Premium/Non-Premium Access: Free, Hard, Limited, No
TYPES OF READS
Overview
Progression Progression: Across the Board

Key Defender Object Receiver
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PASS PATTERN STRUCTURES

STRUCTURE OVERVIEW
SOLO FLIGHT VERTICAL ATTACK EDGE HIGH-LOW
HORIZONTAL STRETCH

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2:00 Offense: Red Ball

QUARTERBACK SCHOOL 2006

QUALITIES OF A TRINITY QUARTERBACK

QUALITIES OF A TRINITY QUARTERBACK

QUALITIES OF A TRINITY QUARTERBACK

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SIX SECOND RULE

1. Find the :25 clock

IDENTIFYING DEFENSES: FRONTS

IDENTIFYING DEFENSES: FRONTS

IDENTIFYING DEFENSES: FRONTS

IDENTIFYING DEFENSES: FRONTS

Core is BEAR ZERO

Core is BEAR ONE

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IDENTIFYING DEFENSES: SLOT DEFENDERS

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IDENTIFYING DEFENSES: SLOT DEFENDERS

Head up on Inside rec

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IDENTIFYING DEFENSES: SLOT DEFENDERS

Head up on Inside rec

Head up on Middle rec

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IDENTIFYING DEFENSES: COVERAGE

STEP 1: COVERAGE FAMILIES

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IDENTIFYING DEFENSES: COVERAGE

STEP 1: COVERAGE FAMILIES

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IDENTIFYING DEFENSES: COVERAGE

STEP 1: COVERAGE FAMILIES

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IDENTIFYING DEFENSES: COVERAGE

STEP 1: COVERAGE FAMILIES

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IDENTIFYING DEFENSES: COVERAGE

STEP 1: COVERAGE FAMILIES

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IDENTIFYING DEFENSES: COVERAGE

STEP 2: CORNERBACK D.E.L.

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IDENTIFYING DEFENSES: COVERAGE

STEP 3: SAFETY ALIGNMENT

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IDENTIFYING DEFENSES: COVERAGES

BASE DEFENSE FOR: -CHANGE-UP FOR: Southern, X (Cincy), Ballard

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IDENTIFYING DEFENSES: COVERAGES

BASE DEFENSE FOR: Male, Fern Creek CHANGE-UP FOR: --

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IDENTIFYING DEFENSES: COVERAGES

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IDENTIFYING DEFENSES: COVERAGES

BASE DEFENSE FOR: Fern Creek CHANGE-UP FOR: Male

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