Make Defense Great Again

S08E02: Defending Harding, Crush Front, & Going Back to the 4-2-5 w/ Tony Annese, DC at Ferris State)

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 22:40:00 -0000

Season 8 Episode 2 features Ferris State Defensive Coordinator, Tony Annese. We talk about defending Harding, their Crush Front, their move back to the 4-2-5, and much more!

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S08E01: Gregg Williams - 2 Trap Pressures, Dbl Corner featuring Jon Gruden, Isolating Myles Garrett & Aaron Donald, and more!

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 13:00:00 -0000

Season 8 Episode 1 features NFL legend Gregg Williams. We talk about his Shake & Chucky blitzes, isolating your best rushers 1-on-1, and much more! Check out Coach Vass Defense at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.coachvassdefense.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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S07E09: Q&A with Brian Nix - Self-Scouting, Adapting Personnel for Next Year, Spill vs. Box out of Odd & More

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 12:00:00 -0000

Season 7 Episode 9 features Brian Nix from Alcoa High School in Alcoa, TN. Episode topics include:

Adapting defensive structure to personnel changes (Even vs. Odd fronts)
Creating Odd-front looks from 4-3 and reduction structures
Varying core run-fit philosophy (spill, box, force, overlap)
Quarters and Palms coverage fits vs different fronts and formations
Run fits vs. gap schemes, down blocks, and base blocks
OLB and Safety fits in Reduction, Tite, Vice, Pro, and Twins flanks
Preparing for major roster turnover and replacing All-State starters
Adjusting defensively when moving up in classification
Handling size disadvantages in the trenches
Offseason self-scouting, analytics, and system evaluation
Defending perimeter Screens (Bubble, Now, RB)
Building efficient in-game communication and wristband systems
Practice structure, offseason film study, and movement prep
Teaching tackling and core defensive drills
Game planning for multiple offensive systems
Evolving a defensive system based on personnel and schedule
Program building, staff continuity, and long-term development

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S07E08: Q&A with Scott Goolsby - Prepping for a State Title Game, Playing Against Tempo, Suggesting New Concepts & More

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -0000

Season 7 Episode 8 features Scott Goolsby from Auburn High School in Auburn, Alabama.

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S07E07: In-Season Q&A w/ Terrance Gant - Special/Stubbie, 3-4 Slant & Angle, Tackling in Space & More

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -0000

Season 7 Episode 7 features Terrance Gant from Brevard College in Brevard, NC.

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S07E06: Defending the Wishbone with a Tribute to Bill Mountjoy, GL Sprintout Snag, 10 Personnel Run Game & More

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 19:09:00 -0000

Season 7 Episode 6 has Coach Vass flying solo, talking about Defending the Wishbone with a Tribute to Bill Mountjoy, GL Sprintout Snag, 10 Personnel Run Game, & More

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S07E05: In-Season Q&A w/ Brandon Lechtenberg - Bluffing, Go-Go Offense, Flexbone, Single Wing & More

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Season 7 Episode 5 features Brandon Lechtenberg, HC at Millsaps College in Jackson, Mississippi.

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S07E04: In-Season Q&A w/ Adam Gaylor - Read TOM, Gameplanning like Saban, Slot-T & More

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 09:51:00 -0000

Season 7 Episode 4 features Adam Gaylor, HC at Jenks High School in Jenks, OK.

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Follow Coach Gaylor on Twitter ⁠⁠@CoachAdamGaylor. Follow me on Twitter ⁠⁠@CoachVass⁠⁠, the show's account ⁠⁠@MDGAPodcast⁠⁠, and the offensive podcast ⁠⁠@RunVassOption⁠⁠. Join us on Twitter to discuss the episode!

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S07E03: Two Gap, Open Gap (TGOG/Deuce Technique) w/ Cody Gardner (Corner Canyon HS - Utah)

Wed, 07 May 2025 11:30:00 -0000

Season 7 Episode 3 features Cody Gardner, Defensive Coordinator at Corner Canyon HS in Draper, Utah. We discuss his Two Gap Open Gap theory, technique, and application.

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S07E02: The "Flex Defense" w/ Kevin May (Seton Hill University, PA)

Wed, 29 Jan 2025 12:36:45 -0000

Season 7 Episode 2 features Kevin May, Defensive Coordinator & LBs coach at Seton Hill University. We discuss his Flex Defense, including his favorite front adjustments, coverages, and pressures.

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S07E01: Setting the Tone on D for the New Year w/ Pat Fox from Notre Dame Prep (Pontiac, MI)

Thu, 16 Jan 2025 12:47:43 -0000

Season 7 Episode 1 features Pat Fox, Head Coach/DC/ILB/OL Coach at Notre Dame Prep in Pontiac, MI.

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S06E18: The "G Defense" with Bud Foster (Former Virginia Tech DC)

Mon, 23 Dec 2024 11:04:39 -0000

Season 6 Episode 18 features Bud Foster, Former Defensive Coordinator at Virginia Tech. We talk about the G Defense, the DL techniques, coverages, its history, and much more!

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S06E17: "The Code" with Keith Burns (Developing an Elite Mentality, Creating Identify, & Breathing Confidence into Your Players)

Fri, 29 Nov 2024 17:20:00 -0000

Season 6 Episode 17 features Keith Burns, Head Coach at Fort Worth Country Day in Fort Worth, TX. We talk about developing a defensive identity, breathing confidence into your player, how to approach coaching DBs, and more.

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S06E16: In-Season Q&A w/ Brian Nix - Pressuring 12P, Self Scouting the Playoffs, Developing a Gameplan, Defending False Pulls & more...

Sun, 17 Nov 2024 15:00:00 -0000

Season 6 Episode 16 features Brian Nix, Head Coach at Alcoa High School in Alcoa, TN. We discuss developing a game plan, LB reads, beating false pulls, playing 25 formations in a game, in-game sideline responsibilities, pressuring 12 Personnel, self-scouting for the playoffs, coverages against a Pro side in 11 Personnel, and extreme OL splits.

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S06E15: In-Season Q&A w/ Scott Goolsby - Gap Scheme Answers, Halloween Candy, Defending Y-Cross, Wildcat, 12P That Does Everything & My Eazy-E Costume

Sat, 02 Nov 2024 11:00:00 -0000

Season 6 Episode 15 features Scott Goolsby, Head Coach at Auburn HS in Auburn, AL. We discuss gap scheme answers, Halloween candy, defending Y-Cross, Wildcat, 12P that does everything, my Eazy-E Costume, & more.

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S06E14: In-Season Q&A w/ Slade Calhoun - Playoff Gameplanning, Situational Practices, Messing with Protections, Defending 3x1 & More

Sat, 26 Oct 2024 21:45:00 -0000

Season 6 Episode 14 features Slade Calhoun, Head Coach at Mumford HS in Mumford, TN. We discuss playoff gameplanning, situational practices, attacking protections & more.

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S06E13: In-Season Q&A w/ Pat Fox - Flexbone, Hot/Eyes Pressures, Sims, Single Wing & More

Sun, 20 Oct 2024 15:15:05 -0000

Season 6 Episode 13 features Pat Fox, Head Coach/DC/ILB/OL Coach at Notre Dame Prep in Pontiac, MI. We discuss defending the Flexbone, Single Wing, Hot/Eyes pressures, Sims & More.

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S06E12: In-Season Q&A w/ Brandon Lechtenberg (Millsaps) - Favorite Drills, Blitz Circuits, Dbl Edge Pressures & More

Sat, 05 Oct 2024 10:15:00 -0000

Season 6 Episode 12 features Brandon Lechtenberg, Head Coach at Millsaps College in Jackson, MS. We discuss our favorite drills, blitz circuits, Odd Dbl Edge pressures, and more.

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S06E11: In-Season Q&A w/ Chris King (St. John Bosco, CA) - Beating 1/2 Slide Pro, 22/32 Personnel, Athletic QBs, RB Option Routes & More

Sun, 29 Sep 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Season 6 Episode 11 is with Chris King, Defensive Coordinator at Saint John Bosco in Bellflower, CA. We answer listener questions about defending RB Slot Option Routes, eliminating a stud WR, defending Spread out of Mint, 22/32 Personnel, attacking 1/2 Slide Protection, and more.

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S06E10: In-Season Q&A w/ Adam Gaylor - Fall Back LB Fits, Counter/Iso vs. 3-4, Gameplanning Pressures, the Veer & More

Sat, 21 Sep 2024 11:00:00 -0000

Season 6 Episode 10 is with Adam Gaylor, Defensive Coordinator at Jenks HS in Jenks, OK.

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S06E09: In-Season Q&A - Eliminating a Stud WR, Defending Split Zone & Bucksweep out of the 3-4 & More w/ Chad Broadrick (Father Ryan - Nashville, TN)

Sat, 07 Sep 2024 11:26:45 -0000

Season 6 Episode 9 is with Chad Broadrick, Defensive Coordinator at Father Ryan in Nashville, TN. We answer listener questions about eliminating a stud WR, defending Split Back Zone & Bucksweep out of the 3-4, and more.

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S06E08: In-Season Q&A - East Coast 3-4 & Stack vs. 12 Personnel, Defending Empty, Punt Safe & More w/ Chad McGehee HC at James Clemens HS (Madison, AL)

Sat, 31 Aug 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Season 6 Episode 8 is with Chad McGehee, Head Coach at James Clemens in Madison, AL. We answer listener questions about defending 12 Personnel with the East Coast 3-4 & the Stack, defending Empty, Punt Safe, coaching a young group & more.

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S06E07: In-Season Q&A - Defending Power/Counter, Power Read, Pin-Pull, Dart, Bear Stunts, Sprintout, Running QBs, & Tackling Drills w/ Mason Hughes (College of the Sequoias, CA)

Sun, 25 Aug 2024 12:04:26 -0000

Season 6 Episode 7 is with Mason Hughes, Safeties Coach, and ST Coordinator at the College of Sequoias in Visalia, CA. We answer listener questions about defending Power & Counter, Power Read, Pin & Pull, Dart, Bear Stunts, Sprintout, Containing running QBs, and our favorite tackling drills.

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S06E06: Pressure Paths & Defending Briles' System w/ Duane Vaughn (DC at Furman)

Tue, 25 Jun 2024 09:40:00 -0000

Season 6 Episode 6 is with Duane Vaughn, Defensive Coordinator at Furman. We discuss his pressure paths, defending the Briles' system, automatic checks to problem formations, & more.

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S06E05: TCU Safety Play & Drills w/ Paul Gonzales

Wed, 29 May 2024 10:31:27 -0000

Season 6, Episode 5 is with Paul Gonzales, Safeties Coach at TCU. We discuss how he develops Safeties and his free CoachTube course, which is his drill tape.

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S06E04: Hot Pressure/Coverage and 3rd Down Okie Package w/ Eric Kasperowicz, HC/DC at Mars HS (Pittsburgh PA)

Tue, 30 Apr 2024 10:27:43 -0000

Season 6, Episode 4 is with Eric Kasperowicz, Head Coach and Defensive Coordinator at Mars High School in Pittsburgh, PA. Coach K joins me to talk about his Hot Pressure & Coverages and his 3rd Down Okie Package.

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S06E03: Max Pressure Looks & Man Pressure in the 4-2-5 w/ Pat Fox, HC Notre Prep (Pontiac, MI)

Fri, 05 Apr 2024 10:37:08 -0000

Season 6, Episode 3 is with Pat Fox, Head Coach at Notre Dame Prep in Pontiac, MI. Coach Fox joins me to talk about his up pressure look and a variety of man pressures.

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S06E02: Stack D Package & Championship Drills w/ Mike Granato, DC at Coffee HS (Douglas, GA)

Tue, 26 Mar 2024 10:56:23 -0000

Season 6, Episode 2 is with Mike Granato, Defensive Coordinator at Coffee High School in Douglas, GA. Coach Granato joins me to discuss his Stack defensive coverages, pressures, when he "breaks it," as well as his championship drills.

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Wed, 20 Mar 2024 10:21:14 -0000

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S06E01: Run Fits - Max, Solo, Lever-Spill-Lever, and Ball Fits w/ Kyle Cogan (Benedictine College)

Wed, 28 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0000

Season 6, Episode 1 is with Kyle Cogan from Benedictine College. Coach Cogan joins me to discuss different run fit categories (Max, Solo, Lever-Spill-Lever, and Ball Fits) and how they would fit against common plays.

Follow Coach Cogan on Twitter @CoachCogan. Follow me on Twitter @CoachVass, the show's account @MDGAPodcast, and the offensive podcast @RunVassOption. Join us on Twitter to discuss the episode!

Here is a link to Coach Cogan's CoachTube course on the run fits we discuss: bit.ly/coganrunfits

MAIN LINKS

Visit the website, www.coachvass.com, to view more information on the podcast, the link to his YouTube channel, CoachTube videos, Patreon, Pop-Up Clinics, blog posts, and articles from Coach Vass, a link to join Coach Vass' email list, and form for off-season consulting.
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S05E15: Episode #100 Special with Blake Williams, former NFL & FBS DC,

Mon, 27 Nov 2023 23:57:06 -0000

Season 5, Episode 15 is with Blake Williams, former NFL and FBS Defensive Coordinator and Super Bowl winner! We discuss Buddy Ryan, 2 Trap pressures, a special Dbl Corner Blitz, and answer listener questions!

Follow Coach Blake Williams on Twitter @Coach_BWilliams. Follow me on Twitter @CoachVass, the show's account @MDGAPodcast, and the offensive podcast @RunVassOption. Join us on Twitter to discuss the episode!

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MAIN LINKS

Visit the website, www.coachvass.com, to view more information on the podcast, the link to his YouTube channel, CoachTube videos, Patreon, Pop-Up Clinics, blog posts, and articles from Coach Vass, a link to join Coach Vass' email list, and form for off-season consulting.
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S05E14: In-Season Q&A - Signal Stealing, 11/20 Personnel FIB, Offensive & Defensive Trends, Wing-T & More w/ Michael Nahum (Marvin Ridge HS, NC)

Mon, 30 Oct 2023 10:10:00 -0000

Season 5, Episode 14 is with Marvin Ridge High School Assistant Head Coach and Defensive Coordinator, Michael Nahum. We talk about signal stealing and answer listener questions, including defending 20 Personnel FIB formations, Wing-T, offensive & defensive trends & more!

Follow Coach Nahum on Twitter @CoachNahum60. Follow me on Twitter @CoachVass, the show's account @MDGAPodcast, and the offensive podcast @RunVassOption. Join us on Twitter to discuss the episode!

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Visit the website, www.coachvass.com, to view more information on the podcast, the link to his YouTube channel, CoachTube videos, Patreon, Pop-Up Clinics, blog posts, and articles from Coach Vass, a link to join Coach Vass' email list, and form for off-season consulting.
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S05E13: In-Season Q&A w/ Kyle Cogan - Preparing for the Possible Return of a Team's Stud Player (2 Offense Prep), Cover 7 vs. Stacks, Sniffer Plan, Playing 42 Personnel Wildcat, & More

Mon, 09 Oct 2023 12:00:50 -0000

Season 5, Episode 13 is Kyle Cogan, DB Coach at Benedictine College in Atchinson, Kansas. We answer listener questions, including preparing for a team that runs a different offense when their stud is hurt (he might be coming back), Shotgun, 23 Personnel Wildcat, Cover 7 Triangles to Stack, & More

Follow Kyle Cogan on Twitter @CoachCogan. Follow me on Twitter @CoachVass, the show's account @MDGAPodcast, and the offensive podcast @RunVassOption. Join us on Twitter to discuss the episode!

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Visit the website, www.coachvass.com, to view more information on the podcast, the link to his YouTube channel, CoachTube videos, Patreon, Pop-Up Clinics, blog posts, and articles from Coach Vass, a link to join Coach Vass' email list, and form for off-season consulting.
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S05E12: In-Season Q&A w/ Adam Gaylor - Defending Teams with 100 Formations, 12 Personnel YY Wing, 22 Personnel with Unbalanced, & More

Sun, 01 Oct 2023 11:43:15 -0000

Season 5, Episode 12 is Adam Gaylor, Jenks HS Defensive Coordinator. We talk about 22 Personnel with Unbalanced, handling 12 Personnel with YY Wing, game-planning multi-formation teams, and much more!

Follow Adam Gaylor on Twitter @CoachAdamGaylor. Follow me on Twitter @CoachVass, the show's account @MDGAPodcast, and the offensive podcast @RunVassOption. Join us on Twitter to discuss the episode!

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S05E11: In-Season Q&A w/ Garrett Cox (Alabama, Michigan, Tennessee) - Defending Briles' O, Wristbands, Working for Saban, Smart, Pruitt, Macdonald, & Aranda

Sat, 23 Sep 2023 10:58:00 -0000

Season 5, Episode 11 is with former Georgia, Wisconsin, Alabama, Tennessee, and Michigan assistant (and 2-time National Champion) Garrett Cox. We talk about defending the Art Briles offense, wristbands, Nickel to 12 Personnel, and working for Nick Saban, Kirby Smart, Jeremy Pruitt, Mike Macdonald, and Dave Aranda.

Follow me on Twitter @CoachVass, the show's account @MDGAPodcast, and the offensive podcast @RunVassOption. Join us on Twitter to discuss the episode!

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S05E10: In-Season Q&A w/ Ronnie Wheat (LSU, Baylor) - Bye Week Planning, Press Box, Studying Pass Pro, Catch Technique & More

Sat, 09 Sep 2023 09:15:03 -0000

Season 5, Episode 10 is with former LSU & Baylor assistant Ronnie Wheat. We take listener questions related to planning practice during bye weeks, assigning tasks in the press box, studying & attacking pass protection, Catch technique & more!

Follow Ronnie on Twitter @CoachRWheat. Follow me on Twitter @CoachVass, the show's account @MDGAPodcast, and the offensive podcast @RunVassOption. Join us on Twitter to discuss the episode!

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S05E09: In-Season Q&A - Air Raid, Unbalanced Flexbone, Red Zone Coverages, 1 Dbl #, In-Game Box Etiquette & More

Sat, 02 Sep 2023 09:11:00 -0000

Season 5, Episode 9 is a solo effort. I take listener questions related to defending the Air Raid, Unbalanced Flexbone w/ a TE, Red Zone coverages, 1 Double # to a TE, between series box etiquette, and using DBs to defend Boot.

Follow me on Twitter @CoachVass, the show's account @MDGAPodcast, and the offensive podcast @RunVassOption. Join us on Twitter to discuss the episode!

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Visit the website, www.coachvass.com, to view more information on the podcast, the link to his YouTube channel, CoachTube videos, Patreon, Pop-Up Clinics, blog posts, and articles from Coach Vass, a link to join Coach Vass' email list, and form for off-season consulting.
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S05E08: The Italian Job: Jerry "Lasso" Gordon Takes Italy by Storm... and the Under Front

Wed, 30 Aug 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Season 5 Episode 8 is with Jerry Gordon. Coach joins me to talk about coaching in Italy, including the application process, his defensive philosophy, and most importantly, the delicious food and drink!

Follow Jerry Gordon on Twitter, @JerryGordonFB. Follow me on Twitter @CoachVass, the show's account @MDGAPodcast, and the offensive podcast @RunVassOption. Join us on Twitter to discuss the episode!

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S05E07: Off-Season Studying & Tampa 2 Coverage & Pressures w/ Brian Vaughn (AKA Blitzology)

Fri, 28 Jul 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Season 5 Episode 7 is with West Texas A&M Linebacker coach, Brian Vaughn (AKA Blitzology). Coach joins me to talk about his method for off-season studying, what he's found on Tampa 2, and the pressures that come with it, to make Non-Traditional Tampa calls.

Follow Brian Vaughn on Twitter, @BrianMVaughn. Follow me on Twitter @CoachVass, the show's account @MDGAPodcast, and the offensive podcast @RunVassOption. Join us on Twitter to discuss the episode!

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Visit the website, www.coachvass.com, to view more information on the podcast, the link to his YouTube channel, CoachTube videos, Patreon, Pop-Up Clinics, blog posts, and articles from Coach Vass, a link to join Coach Vass' email list, and form for off-season consulting.
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S05E06: Using NFL Concepts at the College and HS Level w/ Mark DeLeone (Kansas; fmr Lions, Bears, Chiefs, & Jets)

Tue, 09 May 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Season 5 Episode 6 is with University of Kansas Senior Defense Analyst Mark DeLeone. Coach joins me to talk about concepts from the NFL that can be adapted to the college and high school levels.

Topics Include:

3rd Down game planning
Cover 3 - Zone vs. Match depending on QB ability
Doubling the offense's best player
Why teams run Match & more!

Follow me on Twitter @CoachVass, the show's account @MDGAPodcast, and the offensive podcast @RunVassOption. Join us on Twitter to discuss the episode!

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S05E05: The Auburn HS (AL) 4-3 Base & Pressure Package w/ Scott Goolsby

Thu, 20 Apr 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Season 5, Episode 5 is with Scott Goolsby, Defensive Coordinator at Auburn HS, in Auburn, AL. Coach joins me to discuss his 4-3 defensive package.

Follow Coach Goolsby on Twitter @CoachScott34. Follow me on Twitter @CoachVass, the show's account @MDGAPodcast, and the offensive podcast @RunVassOption. Join us on Twitter to discuss the episode!

Here is a link to the podcast I did with Coach Goolsby for Hudl: https://www.hudl.com/blog/blitz-extended-coverage-building-a-defensive-culture-scott-goolsby-and-coach-vass

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Visit the website, www.coachvass.com, to view more information on the podcast, the link to his YouTube channel, CoachTube videos, Patreon, Pop-Up Clinics, blog posts, and articles from Coach Vass, a link to join Coach Vass' email list, and form for off-season consulting.
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S05E04: The Ole Miss Pass Rush Progression w/ Randall Joyner

Wed, 05 Apr 2023 00:32:22 -0000

Season 5, Episode 4 is with Randall Joyner, Defensive Line Coach & Run Game Coordinator. We discuss his pass rush progression!

Topics Include:

The approach
Alignments
Angles - Power & Speed
Stance & Getoff
Footwork
Use of Hands
The moves he teaches & how he teaches them
Game planning vs. different setters (puncher, clamper, riser, alternater)
Coaching the "Finish"
Adapting his progression to the High School level

Follow Coach Joyner on Twitter @CoachBo5. Follow me @CoachVass, the show's account @MDGAPodcast, and the offensive podcast @RunVassOption. Join us on Twitter to discuss the episode!

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S05E03: 16 State Championships in 19 Years: The Alcoa HS Defense w/ Brian Nix

Thu, 09 Feb 2023 12:12:08 -0000

Season 5, Episode 3 is with Brian Nix, Head Coach at Alcoa High School in Alcoa, Tennessee. We discuss his defensive system: fronts, stunts, coverages, and pressures.

Topics Include:

Alcoa's base package
Internal plugs
Boundary reduction
Choosing DL techniques (5 vs. 4 vs. 4i)
Pressure philosophy
Stopper calls
Specialty defenses
Starting with a foundation
Guarding against complacency

Follow me on Twitter @CoachVass, the show's account @MDGAPodcast, and the offensive podcast @RunVassOption. Join us on Twitter to discuss the episode!

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S05E02: The "Nate Woody" 3-4 Defense w/ Chad McGehee, HC at James Clemens HS (Madison, AL)

Mon, 23 Jan 2023 12:19:36 -0000

Season 5, Episode 2 is with Chad McGehee, Head Coach at James Clemens High School in Madison, AL. Coach McGehee talks about his base structures with boundary and field reduction, coverage adjustments, pressures, things to be ready for if you run the defense, and more!

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S05E01: The Comprehensive Cover 7 Package w/ Kyle Cogan (Benedictine College)

Mon, 16 Jan 2023 14:56:00 -0000

Season 5, Episode 1 is with Benedictine College Safeties Coach, Kyle Cogan. We discuss his entire Cover 7 package, which he splits into 4 categories: Cones, Brackets, Triangles, and Boxes.

The tools in the "Cone" family contain what he calls Indian, Switch, and Outlaw with soft vs. hard call/aggressive vs. passive. The "Bracket" family tools are CC, Connie, Stubbie, and Robber. The "Triangle" family tools are Cop, Thief, Trooper, and Steal. And the "Box" family contains the Meg, Mod, Mix, Box, Clamp, Stump, and Bingo tools. Coach Cogan also discusses Bongo calls (2-on-2) and the rules for Cover 7, weak, as well as motion adjustments.

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S04E18: Mina Kimes Holiday Special - Show Prep, Studying, Professional Development, Analytics, & More!

Fri, 30 Dec 2022 13:21:00 -0000

Season 4 Episode 18 is with ESPN's Mina Kimes! We talk about a week in her life during football season, balancing fandom & neutrality, show preparation, professional development, analytics, which coach she would start an NFL franchise with, the Championship Question & more!

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S04E17: End of Season Self-Scout Process w/ Ben Robertson (Stanford)

Sat, 17 Dec 2022 12:00:00 -0000

Season 4 Episode 17 is with Stanford Defensive Analyst, Ben Robertson. We discuss his end-of-the-season self-scout process, as well as offensive trends that defensive coaches will see next year.

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S04E16: In-Season Q&A - Defending Shifts, Adjusting Year-to-Year, What to Watch & More w/ Brian Niedermeyer (IMG)

Mon, 21 Nov 2022 14:22:00 -0000

Season 4 Episode 16 is with IMG Defensive Coordinator, Brian Niedermeyer. We discuss listener-submitted questions.

TOPICS INCLUDE

Letting Kids Influence Decision Making
Hiring Someone from AFCA
Practicing Against Formations & Shifts
"Dime Rabbits" Sim Pressures
Adjusting Personnel Year-to-Year
Switching to Odd Fronts
What to Watch During the Practices/Games
Teaching ILB Alignments
Defending Iso Routes out of the Backfield
Scripting Practice

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S04E15: In-Season Q&A - Multiplicity, Sprint Out, Practice Structure, Empty, GA Advice, & More w/ Chad McGehee

Thu, 03 Nov 2022 12:40:00 -0000

Season 4, Episode 15 is with Chad McGehee, current Head Coach of James Clemens High School in Madison, AL, and former Hoover High School Defensive Coordinator. Coach joins me to answer listener-submitted game planning questions.

Topics include:

Packaging a Defense When you See Everything
Empty with Best Offensive Players Inside
Educating Players about Opponents
Defending Sprintout
GA Advice
Practice Structure
Dealing with Injuries

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S04E14: In-Season Q&A - Sugar Huddle, Buck, Pin-Pull, Quarters Install Progression w/ Yosef Fares

Tue, 25 Oct 2022 09:01:00 -0000

Season 4 Episode 14 is with Justin Garza HS Head Coach & DB Coach, Yosef Fares. Coach joins me to answer listener-submitted game planning questions.

Topics Include:

Yosef's Atlanta Falcons Training Camp Journey
Taking Over a New Program
Defending Sugar Huddles
Defending Bucksweep & Pin-Pull
Defending the Perimeter at the Middle School Level
Quarters Install Progression
Studying Film w/ Assistants
Deep Outs vs. Special

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S04E13: In-Season Q&A - Jet, Cut Coverage, Flexbone, RZ Coverages & More w/ Kyle Cogan

Wed, 12 Oct 2022 10:37:00 -0000

Season 4 Episode 13 is with Benedictine College Safeties Coach, Kyle Cogan. Coach joins me to answer listener-submitted game planning questions.

Topics Include:

Defending Jet out of the Gun
Cut Coverage Question
Quick Tips vs. Flexbone
Favorite Red Zone Coverages
What to Scout?
Choosing Coverages
When Do You Chase Ghosts?

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S04E12: In-Season Q&A - Defending Power Read, 3 High, Tite Front Pass Rush, & More w/ Adam Gaylor

Tue, 27 Sep 2022 10:00:00 -0000

Season 4, Episode 12 is with Adam Gaylor, Defensive Coordinator at Jenks High School in Jenks, OK. Coach joins me to answer listener-submitted game planning questions.

Topics include Power Read, 12 Personnel with a running QB and sprint-out passing, Coach Gaylor's Float front, how many pressures to carry into a game, defending Split Gun 20/21 personnel, getting a better pass rush out of the Tite front, and the merits of the 3-high Odd Stack defense.

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S04E11: In-Season Q&A - Young DBs, Ace, Split Zn Bluff, FIB, & More w/ Jim Camarillo (Saguaro HS)

Mon, 12 Sep 2022 07:49:00 -0000

Season 4, Episode 11 is with Jim Camarillo, Defensive Coordinator at Saguaro High School in Scottsdale, AZ. Coach joins me to answer listener-submitted game planning questions.

Topics include training young DBs, playing the pass against 12 Pers Ace w/ run threats, defending Split Zone Bluff, Cover 1 Rat Pressures, 2x1, 11 Personnel FIB Adjustments.

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S04E10: In-Season Q&A - Dbl Moves, 1 1/2 Gaps, Attacking 1/2 Slide Pass Pro & More w/ Cody Alexander

Sat, 03 Sep 2022 10:59:00 -0000

Season 4, Episode 10 is with the creator of Match Quarters, Cody Alexander. Coach joins me to answer listener-submitted game planning questions.

Topics Include:

Defending Double Move Routes
Odd Fronts & 4-2-5
Learning the Foundation of Defensive Language
Attacking 6-man Sort Protections
Wing-T RPOs
Split Veer & Bone
Call Sheets
Defending Different Types of Bunches
1 1/2 Gap DL Technique
Meshing Odd 2 High/Even 1 High

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S04E09: In-Season Q&A - Overplaying Tendencies, Boot, When They're Bigger & More w/ Dante Bartee

Sat, 27 Aug 2022 10:29:00 -0000

Season 4, Episode 9 is with Dante Bartee, Defensive Coordinator at Ottawa University in Ottawa, KS. Coach joins me to answer listener-submitted game planning questions.

Topics Include:

When to "Sell Out" to a Tendency
Defending Boot Pass
When they are Bigger and Stronger
Defending Wide Plays to Tight Bunches
Coverages to Avoid vs. Certain Formations
Empty 12 Personnel QB Counter RPO
THE GAME OF THE CENTURY!!!

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S04E08: The Philosophy & Process of Gameplanning w/ Dante Bartee, DC at Ottawa Univ (Ottawa, KS)

Tue, 23 Aug 2022 10:04:00 -0000

Season 4, Episode 8 is with Dante Bartee, Defensive Coordinator at Ottawa University in Ottawa, KS. We discuss the philosophy behind game planning and how we go about it, using many different examples for you to match with your defensive philosophy.

Topics Include:

Starting the Process
Looking at Structures First
Run Hit Chart
Individual Hit Charts
Creating Calls from the Data
Tailoring Breakdowns to Your Defense

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S04E07: Building Your Defense in Camp & Pre-Season w/ Brandon Lechtenberg, Central Oklahoma DC

Mon, 15 Aug 2022 01:04:00 -0000

Season 4, Episode 7 is with Brandon Lechtenberg, Defensive Coordinator at Central Oklahoma, in Edmond, OK. We discuss the things you need to cover during Fall Camp and your "pre-season" to have an effective defense.

Topics Include:

State of the Pod
Welcome Brandon Lechtenberg
Philosophy on Pre-Season
Thoughts on Individual/Offensive Diversity
The Case for "Good on Good"
Taking Care of Formations
Emphasizing Pad Work
Working Getting Out of Bad Situations
Working the Defensive Line
Regulating 1-on-1s
Linebacker Musts
DB Musts
Drilling 3 High Safeties

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S04E06: Creating a Pressure Plan for All Down & Distances w/ Dan Lanning, HC, University of Oregon

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 03:50:00 -0000

Season 4, Episode 6 is with Dan Lanning, Head Coach at the University of Oregon. We discuss the process for planning pressures for runs and passes, as well as some of his favorite concepts.

Topics Include:

Planning the Pressure Paths
"Blackboard" Calls
Sim Pressure - Drop Technique/Implications
Cross Dogs Sim
Check System to Bad Looks
Coverage Affecting the Path
Pressuring Counter
Setting Edges
Pressuring the Pass
Creating Exotic Looks
Planning for the Offense's Reaction

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S04E05: Defending the Spread w/ Rich Wright, HC/DC (Northwest Missouri State)

Mon, 23 May 2022 23:07:00 -0000

Season 4, Episode 5 is with Rich Wright, Head Coach and Defensive Coordinator at Northwest Missouri State University in Maryville, MO. We discuss the elements in his wildly successful, 4-down, Quarters-based system out of Double Gs/2is.

Topics Include:

Base Call: Husker Check
"The Great Lie"
Building Back to Front
5 Techniques Playing the B Gap & Mike Fit
"Gate"/"Torch" Stunt
Playing off Back & Pull Blocks
Fitting 10P Zone
Playing 3x1
In-Core & Out-Core
Ease of Alignment
DE Techniques
Top Pressures

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S04E04: 3rd Down Coverages w/ Jeremy Pruitt (Former Tennessee, Alabama, Georgia, FSU, NY Giants)

Fri, 06 May 2022 00:28:00 -0000

Season 4, Episode 4 is with Jeremy Pruitt, former Tennessee, Alabama, Georgia, FSU, and New York Giants Coach. We go through his favorite 3rd Down coverages and their strengths, weaknesses, and when he likes to/not use them.

Topics Include

Cover 2/25 Buster
Cut on the Backside
Issues with Buster & Solutions
"Douglas" Tag (52) & Cougar
Cougar vs. Buster vs. Cut
Why/Why Not Play Cover 5 (2 Man)
Cover 7 Special
Cut Corner vs. the Run
Cover 1 Cross
Thoughts on NFL Coverage Styles

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S04E03: Outside Linebacker Play in the 3-4 & Sub Packages w/ Bobby April III (Wisconsin)

Thu, 07 Apr 2022 01:08:00 -0000

Season 4, Episode 3 is with Bobby April, OLB coach at Wisconsin. Coach April and I go through all of the run techniques and pass drops required for his position in a "multiple' defense like Wisconsin. His position plays traditional OLB in the 3-4 sets and then moves to DEs in their Nickel package, which requires quite a bit of dropping.

Topics Include:

Force Players
Inside Charges
Trace Technique
Technique with Rocket Pressures
Q to Cut Technique
Pulling & Arcing Offensive Tackles
Learning & Helping Others
3 Deep Overview
Cover 3 - Hang Flat & "Flatte"
Cover 3 - "Gone" Calls
Cover 3 - Hook Droppers
Practicing Everything
Cover 3 - Pushing 4 Strong
Cover 4 - Nail/Hook Drop
Rex Ryan Appreciation
Playing Cover 2 to 2 WRs
Inverted 2 - Super Buzz
Pass Rush Overview
Rush Peels

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S04E02: Corner Fundamentals, Press, Off, & Bail w/ Nick Rapone (Tampa Bay Bucs)

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 10:32:00 -0000

Season 4, Episode 2 is with Nick Rapone, Safeties Coach for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Although Coach Rapone currently handles Safeties, he's one of the best Corners coaches in the world, so I wanted him to join us about the fundamentals needed to play the position, as well as Press, Off, and Bail Techniques. Pardon the long stories at the beginning - Coach Rapone has profoundly affected my life with his generosity and kindness, so I wanted to tell him thank you, and share the stories with you.

Topics include:

How Nick Rapone Changed My Life Forever
Evaluating Scheme to Teach
Developing a Philosophy for Corners
The Power of Belief in What You Do
Training the Feet & Hips
Individual Periods in the NFL
#1 Drill: The Pace Drill
Coach's 2nd Favorite Drill
Press Technique - Starting Points
Match Cover 3 vs. Sky Cover 3
Drilling & Teaching Press Coverage
Avoiding Undercutting In Certain Situations
Off Technique
Bail Technique

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S04E01: Blitz Coverages - Fire Zone (2/3), 5-Man Cover 1, Cover 0, 2U/3D & More w/ Kyle Cogan

Thu, 10 Feb 2022 14:03:00 -0000

Season 4, Episode 1 is with Kyle Cogan, Corners & Nickel Coach, at Benedictine College in Atchison, Kansas. We discuss all things related to blitz coverage, including 2 & 3-Deep Fire Zone Coverage, 5-/6-Man Cover 1 pressure, Cover 0 (Blitz Coverage), 2 Under/3 Deep Coverage (Eyes), and more!

Topics Include:

3 Deep Fire Zone Intro, Transitioning from Rip/Liz to Fire Zone
Dividers
Undercutting Routes
Positional Techniques - Corners, Overhangs (Wall/Flat), Hook 3, MOF Safety
Playing against RPOs
Denton & King Calls
Playing against Fast 3s & RPOs
Strengths & Weaknesses of FZ
Favorite Fire Zone 3 Pressure Patterns
Fast 3s - Area (Push) or Man Calls
Stacks: Area & Fire Calls
Safety & Spider Calls (Bunch/YY Wing)
Tube & Sneak Alert
Oscar, Ernie, & Mud Calls
Creating "Bonus" Fire Zones
Putting it all Together
2 Deep/4 Under Fire Zones
5-Man Pressure Cover 1
Cover 0 Blitz Coverage
Eyes Coverage

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S03E20: Putting 2021 to Bed and Looking Forward to 2022 w/ Brian Vaughn (AKA Blitzology)

Sat, 01 Jan 2022 02:30:00 -0000

Season 3, Episode 20 is with Brian Vaughn, LB Coach at the University of Nebraska-Kearney. We discuss the entire process of putting a "season to bed" and look forward to the following year.

Topics Include:

Wrapping Up the Season
Technique Checklist
Examining Calls
Modular Teaching Setup
Changing Techniques vs. Changing Coverages
Getting to Bear Within Your Personnel
Breaking Down Your Calls
Tracking Ideas During the Off-Season
Layering Your Defense
Practicing Ahead
Self-Scout Formation Tendencies
4x0 Unbalanced & FIB
Avoiding Issues with Certain Calls
Evolution of the Game & Mastery
Xs & Os vs. Jimmies & Joes
Culture vs. Scheme Debates
Preparing for Unknowns

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S03E19: In-Season Q&A - Scoring on D, Playoff Planning, Invert Tampa, & More w/ Terrance Gant, Santiago HS

Tue, 23 Nov 2021 16:01:00 -0000

Season 3, Episode 19 is with Santiago HS LB Coach (Corona, CA) Terrance Gant. We answer listener-submitted questions.

TOPICS INCLUDE:

ILB Play in Rip/Liz in 2x2
How to Get to the Endzone on D!
Defending Fast RB Motion
Tampa 2 Invert out of 3-3
Approaching Teams that Run Different Offenses
Dividing Time for Future Opponents
Scheduling Smart in Pre-Season
Breaking Down Playoff Games

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S03E18: The TCU 4-2-5 Defense (Q&A Edition) w/ Coach Vass

Tue, 09 Nov 2021 05:23:00 -0000

Season 3, Episode 18, is me flying solo to answer listener-submitted questions about the TCU 4-2-5 system.

Topics Include:

Terminology Application to Other Schemes
How to Keep the Front Multiple
Pros/Cons of a Slanting Even Front
Setting the Front & Coverage Independently
Slanting Techniques - When to Cross Face
Coaching Points for Gate/Torch Stunt
BoxBack Technique
Playing Modified Odd Fronts
"Blue" Coverage
Moving Away from Quarters
Playing 3x1 FIB
Hybrid Safeties
Dogs Blitzes
Favorite Creepers & Sims
Bo Slant Concept
Language Issues
"Cop" Rules
Frog Stance for DL
LB Alignments
Cutbacks on Power/Pin-Pull
20 Personnel DL Stunts/Pressures
11 Personnel 2x2 - Power/Stretch
Calling the D Against No Huddle
Waiting to Make a Call
Where to Learn the System?
What Didn't I Want to Disclose?
What Would I Add to the System?

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S03E17: In-Season Q&A - Short Corners, Signaling the D, Facing a Repeat Opp, & More w/ John Rice (Riverside Poly HS)

Mon, 01 Nov 2021 02:37:00 -0000

Season 3, Episode 17 is with John Rice, Head Coach at Riverside Poly HS in Riverside, CA. Coach joins me to answer listener-submitted game planning questions.

Topics Include

Helping Shorter Corners
Calling the Defense In
Game planning vs. a Team That Kicked Your Ass
Goal Line Package Adjustments
Defending the Split Back Veer
Breaking Down Pass Pro

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S03E16: In-Season Q&A - Grab Bag O, Scripting, Pin-Pull, & More w/ Diante Lee (Mt. Carmel/PFF)

Sun, 24 Oct 2021 11:49:00 -0000

Season 3, Episode 16 is with Mount Carmel HS (San Diego, CA) Defensive Coordinator, Diante Lee. Coach joins me to answer listener-submitted game planning questions.

Topics Include:

Defending a Grab Bag Offense
Scripting Inside Run & 7-on-7
Seeing the Whole Picture
Read the Show Notes for Previous Answers
Wanting a Head Coaching Job
Defending Pin & Pull
Handling a Dominant WR when Basing Out of Qtrs/Palms
Setting the D - Pass Strength or Field/Bound?
HC Mandates for O & D
How to Install a Defense
Post-Wheel Switches vs. 2 High
Where to Get Started in Coaching?

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S03E15: In-Season Q&A - 4x0-4x1, Disguise, Data & More w/ Neema Salimi (Westminster-Atlanta, GA)

Tue, 19 Oct 2021 08:28:00 -0000

Season 3, Episode 15 is with Westminster HS (Atlanta, GA) Defensive Coordinator, Neema Salimi. Coach joins me to answer listener-submitted game planning questions.

Topics Include:

How Much Do You Tell the Players?
What is Statistically Significant?
How to Disguise Coverages vs. √ With Me
Important Point about Check with Me
How Many Fronts Do You Carry Per Week?
4 Strong Load
Defending 4x1/4x0
Practicing at a Small School/Non-Platoon
Why Does Neema Cheat in 2 Minute…?
Defending the Houston Split Back Veer

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S03E14: In-Season Q&A - Matching Pers, Motion Adjust, Unbalanced, & More w/ Kyle Cogan (Benedictine)

Mon, 11 Oct 2021 15:08:00 -0000

Season 3, Episode 14 is with Benedictine College Nickel & Corners Coach Kyle Cogan. Coach joins me to answer listener-submitted game planning questions.

Topics Include

Gameplanning/Matching Pers Groups
Practicing Against "One-Offs"
Tips for First-Year Coaches
Adjusting to the Back Flipping
Helping Your Corners - Man with Nickel
Defending Great WRs and the Edge
Practice Structure Married to Gameplan
Cover 7 Motion Adjustments
Adjusting from 10/11 Pers to the Single Wing
Motion Adjustments in Cover 3/6
Defending X Over and Tackle Over
Defending Duo
Getting into X&Os
Getting Started in Coaching
Blue Pitch vs. "Tim Murphy" Offense

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S03E13: Gameplanning Field Position (Red Zone, Goal Line, Etc.) w/ Ron Roberts, DC at Baylor

Sun, 03 Oct 2021 13:27:00 -0000

Season 3, Episode 13 is with Baylor Defensive Coordinator Ron Roberts. We discuss every situation related to field positions when game planning and Coach Roberts drops some absolute golden nuggets!

Topics Include:

Fringe Zone
Red Zone
Game planning High Red Zone
Game planning Low Red Zone
The Goal Line
Newer Plays Teams are Running Inside 25
Living in Extremes in the RZ/GL
Backed Up
Studying the Numbers
2 Minute
Special 2-Minute Calls & Hail Mary
4 Minute
Overtime

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S03E12: In-Season Q&A - Defending Zone, Matching Pers, & More w/ Chris King (St. John Bosco)

Sun, 26 Sep 2021 13:04:00 -0000

Season 3, Episode 12 is with Saint John Bosco Defensive Coordinator Chris King. Coach joins me to answer listener-submitted game planning questions.

Topics Include:

Opponent Indicators
DL Play vs. Zone
How LB Philosophy Fits With DL
Matching Personnel
Structuring Call Sheets & Practices
Game planning 10 Personnel RPO
Teaching Flop Reads
Defending Triple Option & Speed Option
Tackling
Need Help at Youth Football Level!
Defending the T Offense

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S03E11: In-Season Q&A - Gameplanning, Practice, 12 Pers Wing, & More w/ Adam Gaylor (Jenks HS)

Sat, 18 Sep 2021 13:22:00 -0000

Season 3, Episode 11 is with Adam Gaylor, Defensive Coordinator at Jenks High School in Jenks, OK. Coach joins me to answer listener-submitted game planning questions.

Topics Include:

Gameplan - Starting Point
Game planning - Personnel vs. D&D
Practice/Gameplan - Weekly Schedule
Playing Former Teams
How Many Empty Checks?
1 Word Calls
Defending a Pair of TEs in Odd Fronts
When Do You Like Odd vs. Even?
Stemming & Moving
Networking for Young Coaches

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S03E10: Gameplanning Down & Distance w/ DJ Eliot (Former Kansas, Colorado, & Kentucky DC)

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 13:00:00 -0000

Season 3, Episode 10 is with DJ Eliot, former Defensive Coordinator at Kansas, Colorado, and Kentucky. We discuss every situation related to Down & Distance and considerations when game planning.

Topics include: Down & Distance overall philosophy, selecting calls from your menu, factoring hash & field zones (Malzahn), stopper calls, answer sheets, planning 1st Down, P & 10 vs. 1st & 10, Sudden Change, 2nd Down, favorite Screen & Draw Stunts, 3rd Down overview, previous calls affecting future calls, 3rd & Short, Medium, Long, & Extra Long, 4th Down, going back to 1st & Short/Long

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S03E09: The Evolution of the "Nate Woody 3-4" w/ Cortney Braswell, ILB Coach @ Army

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 10:51:00 -0000

Season 3, Episode 9 is with Cortney Braswell, Inside Linebackers coach at Army. We discuss the evolution of the "Nate Woody 3-4 Defense," including changing drops and overhang adjustments, as well as when and how to change from Tite to a Slant/Angle defense.

Topics include the evolution of the "Nate Woody System," moving the stress points, elimination of the No Cover Zone, defending Counter (part 1), changing drops, manipulating 3-over-2, Overhang adjustments, defending Counter (part 2), switching from Tite to Odd with slanting, when to play static vs. slant, the differences of coaching at Army vs. previous stops.

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S03E08: Using Odd & Even Fronts Using the Same Personnel w/ Michael Nahum, DC @ Marvin Ridge HS (NC)

Mon, 07 Jun 2021 10:38:00 -0000

Season 3 Episode 8 is with Michael Nahum, Defensive Coordinator, Assistant Head Coach, and LB Coach at Marvin Ridge HS in Marvin, NC. We discuss how Coach uses Odd and Even fronts using the same personnel on the field, as well as the rest of his defense and philosophy, to confuse offenses.

Topics include meshing Odd and Even fronts with the same personnel, the importance of branding positions, LB reads & fits, installation, stemming & moving fronts, dealing w/ FIB, auxiliary pieces to the defense, getting player input, & more!

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S03E07: Headup 2 Techniques to Steal Gaps & Play 2 High Coverages w/ Adam Gaylor, DC @ Jenks HS (OK)

Fri, 21 May 2021 12:22:00 -0000

Season 3, Episode 7 is with Adam Gaylor, Defensive Coordinator at Jenks High School in Jenks, OK. We discuss the different ways to play Headup 2 Techniques to steal gaps, allowing you to play 2 High Coverages.

Topics include analytics at Jenks, an overview of Headup 2s (AKA Push Tech), LB Fits, Playing Zone Lock, 1 Back Power, lag technique, Jet technique, pros & cons of each technique, & more

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S03E06: Inaugural Draft Pod Special w/ Randy Mueller, former NFL GM (Seahawks, Saints & Dolphins)

Tue, 27 Apr 2021 15:47:00 -0000

Season 3 Episode 6 is with former NFL Executive & GM Randy Mueller, who has worked with the Seahawks, Saints, Dolphins, and Chargers. We talk all things draft.

Topics include remembering Cortez Kennedy, Randy Mueller's career path, assistant coaches & their role in scouting, using mock drafts in the process, trade deal fallout, judging personality based on interviews, picks being worth less because of COVID, edge rushers are hard to predict, lines blurred between 3-4 & 4-3, the guy from 2021 Draft Class in the HOF?, ranking the Top 5 QBs in this class, isolating scouts to decrease debate? the most important part of the evaluation process, info to disclose when trading up/down, deals leading up to draft day, teams backing out of deals, psychological warfare between teams, craziest draft day decision, when does 2022 draft prep starts, building a team - top defensive pick, and more!

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S03E05: Pete Jenkins Defensive Line Play w/ Rob Snyder, Former LSU, Florida, UTSA, Missouri Asst

Sun, 11 Apr 2021 13:20:00 -0000

Season 3 Episode 5 is with former LSU, Florida, UTSA, and Missouri Defensive Line Assistant Rob Snyder. Coach Snyder details the techniques and teaching methods from his time at LSU, working with Defensive Line legend, Pete Jenkins.

Topics include differences between Orgeron & Pete Jenkins, correcting the problem, not the person, philosophy of the "Jenkins Style," footwork, hips, "The Process," drill progression - start with footwork (on Air), block reactions (w/ scouts), Steer Drill, Stab n' Grab, explosion drills/process, block of the day, putting it all together, & more

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S03E04: Defending the Air Raid & Burn Coverage w/ Pete Kwiatkowski, DC at Texas

Thu, 25 Mar 2021 12:21:00 -0000

Season 3 Episode 4 is with the new University of Texas Defensive Coordinator and OLB/DE coach, Pete Kwiatkowski. We talk about how they play their Match Cover 3 (Burn), defending Air Raid, and his favorite zone replace pressures (Creepers).

Topics include Burn coverage, Overhang play in Burn, handling Fast 3s, spinning from 1 High to 2 High, more about Overhangs in Burn, Burn vs. 3x1, CoachTube Course of the Week, defending the Air Raid (Leach), philosophy of defending the Air Raid, coping with 4th Down conversions, Drop 8 - 3 Cloud to Combat Air Raid, depth in drops & QB keying, favorite Zone Replace pressures (Creepers).

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S03E03: The Notre Dame/Cincinnati "Dollar Package" w/ Marcus Freeman, DC at Notre Dame

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 09:54:00 -0000

Season 3 Episode 3 is with the new Notre Dame Defensive Coordinator, Marcus Freeman. We discuss the "Dollar" package, which he made famous at the University of Cincinnati last year, and go through the front, LB play, and coverage aspects of the scheme.

Topics include the birth of the Dollar Package, an overview of the Dollar Package, base alignments, coverage package, defensive front play, LB Play in the Dollar Package, LB Plug technique, game planning LB plugs, Overhangs fitting inside, mugs & bluffs

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S03E02: Corner, Safety, & LB Tech in Quarters & Palms Coverage w/ Paul Gonzales, Safeties at TCU

Thu, 04 Mar 2021 02:41:00 -0000

Season 3, Episode 2 is with Paul Gonzales, Safeties Coach at TCU. We talk through the finer points of the Back 7 play in Quarters and Palms, and some fun stories.

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Run Vass Option Trailer with Joe Moorhead & YouTube/Hudl Blitz 21 Summit News

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 23:23:00 -0000

Run Vass Option Trailer with Joe Moorhead & YouTube/Hudl Blitz 21 Summit News by Coach Vass Football

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S03E01: Man Match Cover 2 (Part 2) w/ Kyle Cogan, HC at Lexington HS (MO)

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 00:00:00 -0000

Season 3, Episode 1 (Part 2) is with Kyle Cogan, Head Coach at Lexington High School in Lexington, Missouri. It is Part 2 of our conversation about Man Match Cover 2 (aka Cover 5). Coach takes us through Cougar, Buster, formation checks in the coverage family, plus much more.

Topics include 2 WRs: Cougar, Buster, playing Stacks, 2/25 Buster, 3-4 Push, Bunch adjustments, Trey Checks: Cutter, Clipper, Cleo, Iowa (Buster), Nub Side Checks: Cop/Copper, Banjo, other calls: 2 Trap & 2 Roll

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S03E01: Man Match Cover 2 (Part 1) w/ Kyle Cogan, HC at Lexington HS (MO)

Fri, 05 Feb 2021 06:04:00 -0000

Season 3, Episode 1 (Part 1) is with Kyle Cogan, Head Coach at Lexington High School in Lexington, Missouri. Coach takes us through the foundation of Man Match Cover 2, techniques to play the coverage, and some of the coverage options to a 1 WR, 2 WR, and 3 WR side.

Topics include Intro to Man Match Cover 2, 4 Major Coverage Families, Flank dependence (surfaces), Cover 5 vs. Cover 7, when to Use Cover 5, Overhang technique in MM C2, deep Safety technique in MM C2, Corner techniques in MM C2, 1 WR: Dog, 1 WR: Thumbs, 2 WRs: Cut, 2 WRs: Slice, 3 WRs: Clip, 3 WRs: Posse, Cover 7 Special

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S02E25: Championship Call Compilation (feat. Dean Pees, Bud Foster, Don Brown, and more)

Thu, 31 Dec 2020 18:34:00 -0000

This is Season 2 Episode 25, a bonus compilation of all the answers to the "Championship Call" question, at the end of the podcast, for all first-time guests. This episode answers all the way back to Episode 1, with the following coaches giving their answers, including former NFL and college coaches Dean Pees, Bud Foster, Don Brown, Ron Roberts, Nate Woody, Cortney Braswell, Ben Robertson, Nick Davis, as well as high school coaches: Kyle Cogan, Chad McGehee, Pat Fox, Marc Marinelli, Jacob Gill, and Robert Rubel. Sprinkled throughout the answers, are responses from the "other podcast I was on," where I asked the same question. Since I don't own the rights to the audio, I simply just regurgitated what the coaches said, which includes college coaches: Patrick Toney, Bert Watts, Brian Vaughn (Blitzology), Brandon Lechtenberg, Dante Bartee, Mark Duda, and high school coaches: Adam Gaylor, Cody Alexander, Ty Gower, Rob Everett, Jerry Gordon, and Slade Calhoun. I even have Oregon OC, Joe Moorhead's answer from an offensive perspective! Follow Coach Vass on Twitter @CoachVass, and the show's account @MDGAPodcast. Come join us on Twitter to discuss the episode! To join the Coach Vass Football Patreon, go to www.patreon.com/CoachVass Visit our website at www.coachvass.com to view more information on the podcast, CoachTube videos, Patreon, Pop-Up Clinics, blog posts, and articles from Coach Vass, as well links to join Coach Vass' email list, and a form to contact him for off-season consulting. COACH VASS' COACHTUBE BUNDLE https://coachtube.com/bundles/f-the-coronavirus-clinic-bundle-special?ambassador=c889183008ae4f3d9f43bba39 “DEFENDING THE WING-T OFFENSE” BY COACH Vass https://coachtube.com/course/football/defending-the-wing-t-offense/13071590?track=e6ca5c01b8f475480705ac0999692d1d SPONSOR LINKS: www.coachtube.com www.hudl.com

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S02E24: Gameplanning, Game Management, and Working w/ Legends w/ Michael Lombardi (former NFL exec)

Mon, 28 Dec 2020 14:54:00 -0000

This is Season 2 Episode 24 with Michael Lombardi, Podcaster, Writer, and former NFL executive. We discuss gameplanning, managing your staff, game situations, working with Al Davis, Bill Walsh, Bill Belichick, and Nick Saban, and measuring players on your team. SHOW NOTES 8:13 Welcome Michael Lombardi! 13:33 Best Gameplan Lombardi was Apart Of 20:41 Belichick's Understanding of All 3 Phases 24:06 Belichick's Time w/ Defense (Reaction to Pees Quote) 32:32 Cover 1 Dbl # 36:37 Controlling "The Middle 8" 39:25 Being Aggressive on D at the End of Half 44:54 "Red 2" 47:17 Using NFL Parameters to Measure HS Players 49:45 Funny Al Davis Story Follow Michael Lombardi on Twitter @MLombardiNFL, Coach Vass @CoachVass, and the podcast's account @MDGAPodcast. Come join us on Twitter to discuss the episode! To join the Coach Vass Football Patreon, go to www.patreon.com/CoachVass Visit our website at www.coachvass.com to view more information on the podcast, CoachTube videos, Patreon, Pop-Up Clinics, blog posts, and articles from Coach Vass, as well links to join Coach Vass' email list, and a form to contact him for off-season consulting. COACH VASS' COACHTUBE BUNDLE https://coachtube.com/bundles/f-the-coronavirus-clinic-bundle-special?ambassador=c889183008ae4f3d9f43bba39 “DEFENDING THE WING-T OFFENSE” BY COACH VASS https://coachtube.com/course/football/defending-the-wing-t-offense/13071590?track=e6ca5c01b8f475480705ac0999692d1d HUDL WEEKLY HIGHLIGHTS www.hudl.com/l/weekly-highlights SPONSOR LINKS: www.coachtube.com www.hudl.com

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S02E23: Innovative Pressure Packages w/ Nick Davis, DC at Rose-Hulman

Mon, 21 Dec 2020 01:02:00 -0000

This is Season 2 Episode 23 with Coach Nick Davis, Defensive Coordinator and DL Coach at Rose Hulman Institute of Technology. We discuss some of the things that helped Rose Hulman lead the nation in top statistical categories, tailoring your defense to your players, and his "fruit" pressure package, which I absolutely love. SHOW NOTES 5:59 Welcome Nick Davis! 19:59 How Coaching O, Helped Coach D 28:39 Leading the Nation in Big Stats 32:11 Language Structure & Personnel 50:52 Blitz/Rush System 56:39 Tailoring Your System to Player's Strengths 1:01:24 When Do You Like Odd Fronts? 1:09:22 "Fruit Package" Overview 1:15:24 Apple Package 1:25:37 Banana Package 1:38:01 Cherry Package 1:46:14 Melon Package 1:48:13 Orange Package 1:51:14 Overload Fronts 1:56:56 Bear Fronts 2:02:37 Championship Question Follow Coach Davis on Twitter @CoachNickDavis and/or @SpreadDefense, Coach Vass @CoachVass, and the podcast's account @MDGAPodcast. Come join us on Twitter to discuss the episode! To join the Coach Vass Football Patreon, go to www.patreon.com/CoachVass Visit our website at www.coachvass.com to view more information on the podcast, CoachTube videos, Patreon, Pop-Up Clinics, blog posts, and articles from Coach Vass, as well links to join Coach Vass' email list, and a form to contact him for off-season consulting. NEW HUDL COACH VASS OFFENSIVE ROUNDTABLE https://www.hudl.com/blog/recap-coach-vass-offensive-roundtable COACH VASS' COACHTUBE BUNDLE CoachTube "F the Coronavirus Bundle": https://coachtube.com/bundles/f-the-coronavirus-clinic-bundle-special?ambassador=c889183008ae4f3d9f43bba39 DEFENDING THE WING-T OFFENSE BY COACH Vass https://coachtube.com/course/football/defending-the-wing-t-offense/13071590?track=e6ca5c01b8f475480705ac0999692d1d HUDL WEEKLY HIGHLIGHTS www.hudl.com/l/weekly-highlights SPONSOR LINKS: www.coachtube.com www.hudl.com

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S02E22: The Phillips 3-4 Defense w/ Wade Phillips (Former NFL Head Coach & Defensive Coordinator)

Sat, 21 Nov 2020 15:51:00 -0000

This is Season 2 Episode 22 with former NFL Head Coach and Defensive Coordinator, Wade Phillips. We examine the structure of Coach Phillips' defense, where to play personnel, the evolution of his defense, all with some amazing stories! 8:25 Welcome Wade Phillips! 9:18 Coach's Base 3-4 Package & Structure 27:10 Playing Corners Over 33:09 Personnel Placement 34:07 Position Profile: Nose Tackle 40:21 Customizing Techniques for Different Players 42:00 Varying Coaching by Player 45:11 Loaded/5-0 Fronts 49:53 Personnel Placement - Right End 55:19 Position Profile: Left End 1:02:59 CV's Embarrassing Fanboy Madden Story 1:03:44 The Birth of the "Wink" Front 1:05:15 Position Profile: Will & Sam 1:18:01 Position Profile: Mike & Mo 1:19:24 Making Jack Del Rio "Cry" 1:33:23 DBs That Have Played for Wade Phillips 1:37:57 Evolution of Coach Phillips' Defense 1:40:24 Defending the 1970s Steelers 1:49:12 Defending the 1980s 49ers Teams 1:55:21 Defending the 1990s Broncos (Zone) 2:09:50 Defending Manning & Brady (2000s/10s) 2:13:39 Defending the Run and Shoot 2:19:23 Defending Duo 2:20:10 Defending Boot w/ Deep Over Routes 2:26:31 Defending Compressed Sets 2:30:56 The Numbers Defense CoachTube Course in Wade's Words Follow Coach Phillips on Twitter @sonofbum, Coach Vass @CoachVass, and the podcast's account @MDGAPodcast. Come join us on Twitter to discuss the episode! To join the Coach Vass Football Patreon, go to www.patreon.com/CoachVass Visit our website at www.coachvass.com to view more information on the podcast, CoachTube videos, Patreon, Pop-Up Clinics, blog posts, and articles from Coach Vass, as well links to join Coach Vass' email list, and a form to contact him for off-season consulting. NEW HUDL COACH VASS OFFENSIVE ROUNDTABLE https://www.hudl.com/blog/recap-coach-vass-offensive-roundtable COACH VASS' COACHTUBE BUNDLE CoachTube "F the Coronavirus Bundle": https://coachtube.com/bundles/f-the-coronavirus-clinic-bundle-special?ambassador=c889183008ae4f3d9f43bba39 COACHTUBE COURSE OF THE WEEK: WADE PHILLIPS NUMBERS DEFENSE https://coachtube.com/course/football/wade-phillips-numbers-defense-certification HUDL WEEKLY HIGHLIGHTS www.hudl.com/l/weekly-highlights SPONSOR LINKS: www.coachtube.com www.hudl.com

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S02E21: Gameplanning 3rd Down w/ Dean Pees (Former Patriots, Ravens, Titans Defensive Coordinator)

Sat, 31 Oct 2020 14:00:00 -0000

This is Season 2 Episode 21 with former Patriots, Ravens, and Titans' Defensive Coordinator, Dean Pees. We examine the schematic lessons he has learned over his 47 years of coaching high school, college, and professional football. Coach goes through his 3rd Down game planning process and shares fascinating insight and stories about his legendary career working with, and going against, some of the game's greatest players and coaches. SHOW NOTES 6:46 Welcome Coach Pees! 9:32 Distilling 47 Years of Scheme 10:43 The Importance of Multiplicity 21:42 Coach Pees' Base Calls 29:32 Gameplanning Process Under Different Head Coaches 37:41 Coaching with Nick Saban 47:14 Gameplanning 3rd Down 55:41 Studying Protections & Quarterbacks 57:44 Disguising vs. Peyton Manning 59:55 Getting Matchups vs. the OL 1:00:42 Word Association for Pressures 1:06:42 Giving Ownership to the Players 1:10:18 Gameplanning & Disguising Coverages 1:12:03 "Doubling" AJ Green & Antonio Brown 1:16:39 Developing a Pressure Plan & Creating Exotic Looks 1:23:15 Dropping Defensive Linemen 1:25:53 Spot Dropping in the NFL 1:29:05 Cover 5 Trap 1:30:14 Cover 1 Dbl # 1:33:26 Thoughts on the "Deion Principle" 1:36:35 The Championship Call Follow Coach Vass on Twitter @CoachVass and the podcast's account @MDGAPodcast. Come join us on Twitter to discuss the episode! To join the Coach Vass Football Patreon, go to www.patreon.com/CoachVass Visit our website at www.coachvass.com to view more information on the podcast, CoachTube videos, Patreon, Pop-Up Clinics, blog posts, and articles from Coach Vass, as well links to join Coach Vass' email list, and a form to contact him for off-season consulting. NEW HUDL COACH VASS ESSENTIAL SCOUTING CHECKLIST https://www.hudl.com/blog/coach-vass-essential-scouting-checklist COACH VASS' COACHTUBE BUNDLE CoachTube "F the Coronavirus Bundle": https://coachtube.com/bundles/f-the-coronavirus-clinic-bundle-special?ambassador=c889183008ae4f3d9f43bba39 COACHTUBE COURSE OF THE WEEK: WADE PHILLIPS NUMBERS DEFENSE https://coachtube.com/course/football/wade-phillips-numbers-defense-certification HUDL WEEKLY HIGHLIGHTS www.hudl.com/l/weekly-highlights SPONSOR LINKS: www.coachtube.com www.hudl.com

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S02E20: Blitz Package, Stemming & Moving, and Q&A w/ Jim Camarillo, Saguaro HS (AZ)

Sat, 24 Oct 2020 10:30:00 -0000

This is Season 2 Episode 20 with Jim Camarillo, Defensive Coordinator at Saguaro High School (Scottsdale, AZ). The first half of the podcast goes over Coach's pressure packaging, featuring his Cover 1 calls, as well as how he constructs other families. We also cover his stem/move system. The second half is the Q&A portion, covering topics including gameday workflow, special Wing-T formations, and more. SHOW NOTES: 6:46 Welcome Coach Camarillo! 23:37 Categorizing Your Pressure Package 31:45 Blitzing: Formation Coaching Point 47:51 Stemming/Moving Fronts 1:07:46 Using Cards to Signal the Defense In 1:14:06 Rest of Pressure Package 1:31:16 Q&A Portion 1:33:48 Gameday Workflow 1:47:55 Wing-T w/ an Inverted TE/Wing set 2:01:10 Clip Coverage Corner Play 2:07:50 Defending 12 Pers w/ Shifts & Motions Follow Coach Camarillo on Twitter @Coachcam3Jim and follow Coach Vass on Twitter @CoachVass and the podcast's account @MDGAPodcast. Come join us on Twitter to discuss the episode! To join the Coach Vass Football Patreon, go to www.patreon.com/CoachVass Visit our website at www.coachvass.com to view more information on the podcast, CoachTube videos, Patreon, Pop-Up Clinics, blog posts, and articles from Coach Vass, as well links to join Coach Vass' email list, and a form to contact him for off-season consulting. NEW HUDL COACH VASS ESSENTIAL SCOUTING CHECKLIST https://www.hudl.com/blog/coach-vass-essential-scouting-checklist HUDL WEEKLY HIGHLIGHTS www.hudl.com/l/weekly-highlights COACH VASS' COACHTUBE BUNDLE https://coachtube.com/bundles/f-the-coronavirus-clinic-bundle-special?ambassador=c889183008ae4f3d9f43bba39 COACHTUBE COURSE OF THE WEEK https://coachtube.com/course/football/wade-phillips-numbers-defense-certification SPONSOR LINKS: www.coachtube.com www.hudl.com

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S02E19: Man Match Quarters (Cover 7: Bracket/Switch/3x1/Blitz) + Q&A w/ Chris King (St. John Bosco)

Sat, 17 Oct 2020 13:38:00 -0000

This is Season 2 Episode 19 with Chris King, Defensive Coordinator at St. John Bosco (Bellflower, CA). The first half of the podcast goes over Cover 7 Bracket, 7 Switch, Stubbie, Stump, as well as Cover 7 pressures. The second half is the Q&A portion, covering topics such as how defenses attack RPOs, advice for young coaches starting out, simplifying LBs reads when facing multiple offenses, Gun Strong 3x1, and the hardest question we've ever seen. SHOW NOTES: 7:20 Welcome Chris King! 9:38 Playing 7 Bracket 43:39 Cover 7 Switch 51:41 Stump/Stubbie 1:02:30 Cover 7 Pressures 1:13:33 Attacking 11/20/10 Pers Heavy RPO teams 1:28:00 Young Coach Starting Out 1:42:39 LB Reads when Facing 10 Pers, 32 Pers, and Wing-T 1:52:30 Breaking Down Opponents 2:00:34 Defending Gun Strong 3x1 2:08:32 Empty 1 TE Torture Question Follow Coach King on Twitter @CoachCJKinger and follow Coach Vass on Twitter @CoachVass and the podcast's account @MDGAPodcast. Come join us on Twitter to discuss the episode! To join the Coach Vass Football Patreon, go to www.patreon.com/CoachVass Visit our website at www.coachvass.com to view more information on the podcast, CoachTube videos, Patreon, Pop-Up Clinics, blog posts, and articles from Coach Vass, as well links to join Coach Vass' email list, and a form to contact him for off-season consulting. NEW HUDL COACH VASS ESSENTIAL SCOUTING CHECKLIST https://www.hudl.com/blog/coach-vass-essential-scouting-checklist COACH VASS' COACHTUBE BUNDLE CoachTube "F the Coronavirus Bundle": https://coachtube.com/bundles/f-the-coronavirus-clinic-bundle-special?track=5df2f3bcaf46e634d1c9e18e8ce60ad5 COACHTUBE COURSE OF THE WEEK https://coachtube.com/course/football/wade-phillips-numbers-defense-certification/11882224 HUDL WEEKLY HIGHLIGHTS www.hudl.com/l/weekly-highlights SPONSOR LINKS: www.coachtube.com www.hudl.com

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S02E18: Defending the Flexbone and Q&A w/ Ben Robertson (Colorado State)

Sat, 10 Oct 2020 23:05:00 -0000

This is Season 2 Episode 18 with Ben Robertson, Quality Control Coach at Colorado State University. We go in-depth relative to defending the Flexbone offense, focusing on 31 Personnel sets, as well as custom Hudl columns for game planning, defending the Single Wing and 3x1, 12 personnel formations. SHOW NOTES: 9:37 Welcome Coach Robertson 10:35 Defending the Flexbone 1:14:50 Custom Hudl Columns for Gameplanning 1:31:46 Defending the Single Wing 1:39:19 Developing a "Killer Instinct" 1:52:05 12 Personnel, 3x1 Formation 2:11:59 "The Question" Follow Coach Robertson on Twitter @BenR4033 and follow Coach Vass on Twitter @CoachVass and the podcast's account @MDGAPodcast. Come join us on Twitter to discuss the episode! To join the Coach Vass Football Patreon, go to www.patreon.com/CoachVass Visit our website at www.coachvass.com to view more information on the podcast, CoachTube videos, Patreon, Pop-Up Clinics, blog posts, and articles from Coach Vass, as well links to join Coach Vass' email list, and a form to contact him for off-season consulting. COACH VASS' COACHTUBE BUNDLE CoachTube "F the Coronavirus Bundle": https://coachtube.com/bundles/f-the-coronavirus-clinic-bundle-special?track=5df2f3bcaf46e634d1c9e18e8ce60ad5 COACHTUBE COURSE OF THE WEEK https://coachtube.com/course/football/wade-phillips-numbers-defense-certification/11882224?SSAID=742098 HUDL WEEKLY HIGHLIGHTS https://www.hudl.com/l/weekly-highlights SPONSOR LINKS: www.coachtube.com www.hudl.com

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S02E17: Oklahoma, Stack D, Pass Rush, and HBO w/ Jamar Cain - OLB at the University of Oklahoma

Tue, 18 Aug 2020 02:58:00 -0000

Season 2 Episode 17 with Jamar Cain, OLB at the University of Oklahoma. We talk about the foundations of the Alex Grinch defense, the "Rocky Long 3-3-5 run by Danny Gonzales at Arizona State, teaching the why, pass rush tips, and some fantastic stories about Herm Edwards and Marvin Lewis. SHOW NOTES: 4:37 Welcome Coach Cain! 5:07 Coach's Amazing Journey 25:47 OU's Base Scheme 35:18 Rocky Long/Dan Gonzales 30 Stack Scheme 39:58 Slanting from a 4i to a 5 technique 49:24 Teaching the "Why" 58:50 Rocky Long/Danny Gonzales' Defense Part 2 1:04:47 Pass Rush Tips for HS Coaches 1:12:31 Base vs. "Jet Mode" 1:14:11 Stance: Stand up or Down? 1:27:28 Closing: Herm Edwards Story Follow Coach Cain on Twitter @coachcain and follow Coach Vass on Twitter @CoachVass and the podcast's account @MDGAPodcast. Come join us on Twitter to discuss the episode! To join the Coach Vass Football Patreon, go to www.patreon.com/CoachVass Visit our website at www.coachvass.com to view more information on the podcast, CoachTube videos, Patreon, Pop-Up Clinics, blog posts, and articles from Coach Vass, as well links to join Coach Vass' email list, and a form to contact him for off-season consulting. COACH VASS' COACHTUBE BUNDLE CoachTube "F the Coronavirus Bundle": https://coachtube.com/bundles/f-the-coronavirus-clinic-bundle-special?track=5df2f3bcaf46e634d1c9e18e8ce60ad5 COACHTUBE COURSE OF THE WEEK Brian Vaughn - "Point Defenses": https://coachtube.com/course/football/point-defenses/12053520?track=0d3e080f0faddf6bfe78a0e62c7ecc4a SPONSOR LINKS: www.coachtube.com www.hudl.com

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S02E16: Developing a Coverage Menu for 3rd Down w/ Brian Vaughn (Blitzology)

Wed, 22 Jul 2020 18:59:00 -0000

Season 2 Episode 16 with Brian Vaughn, the author of the Blitzology Blog. In Part 2 of our discussion, we talk about developing a 3rd Down Coverage menu as well as defending the main routes he faced out of 2x2 and 3x1. SHOW NOTES: 4:38 3rd & Medium Coverage Menu 39:28 3rd & Long 48:06 Defending Dominant Slots 51:44 3rd Down 2x2 Routes 53:17 Defending Shallow 57:41 Defending Mesh 1:04:54 Defending Y-Cross 1:15:31 Defending 3x1 1:34:08 Be Different 1:43:04 Football in Cycles 1:51:39 What Inspires Brian? Follow Coach Vaughn on Twitter @blitzologyblog and follow Coach Vass on Twitter @CoachVass and the podcast's account @MDGAPodcast. Come join us on Twitter to discuss the episode! To join the Coach Vass Football Patreon, go to www.patreon.com/CoachVass Visit our website at www.coachvass.com to view more information on the podcast, CoachTube videos, Patreon, Pop-Up Clinics, blog posts, and articles from Coach Vass, as well links to join Coach Vass' email list, and a form to contact him for off-season consulting. COACH VASS' COACHTUBE BUNDLE CoachTube "F the Coronavirus Bundle": https://coachtube.com/bundles/f-the-coronavirus-clinic-bundle-special?track=5df2f3bcaf46e634d1c9e18e8ce60ad5 COACHTUBE COURSE OF THE WEEK Ben Robertson - "Using Microsoft Visio to Draw your Playbook": https://coachtube.com/course/football/using-microsoft-visio-to-draw-your-playbook/11375324 JT O'Sullivan - "The RPO Framework: A Roadmap to Success": https://theqbschool.teachable.com/ ENTER CODE: VASS15 for 15% OFF! SPONSOR LINKS: www.glazierclinics.com www.coachtube.com www.hudl.com

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S02E15: Developing a Coverage Menu for 1st & 2nd Down w/ Brian Vaughn (Blitzology)

Tue, 14 Jul 2020 09:45:00 -0000

Season 2 Episode 15 with Brian Vaughn, the author of the Blitzology Blog. We go through the process of selecting coverages for 21/12, 11/20, and 10 personnel for 1st & 2nd Downs in non-special situations, in the open field. SHOW NOTES: 5:36 PATREON! New Orange Package and Ron Roberts Q&A! 9:39 Welcome Brian Vaughn! 20:39 Overview of the Coverage Menu 26:13 Analyzing First Down 48:35 Hot Takes: No Cover Zone is Dead According to Vass 57:18 Defending 21/12 Pers on 1st & 2nd Down 1:07:59 Coverage Dictates the Front 1:26:57 Defending 11 Personnel 1:34:41 Defending 20 Personnel 1:38:52 11 Personnel w/ TE flexing Out to 4 Open 1:48:16 10 Personnel Calls 1:56:21 4 vs. 40 Rule Follow Coach Vaughn on Twitter @blitzologyblog and follow Coach Vass on Twitter @CoachVass and the podcast's account @MDGAPodcast. Come join us on Twitter to discuss the episode! To join the Coach Vass Football Patreon, go to www.patreon.com/CoachVass Visit our website at www.coachvass.com to view more information on the podcast, CoachTube videos, Patreon, Pop-Up Clinics, blog posts, and articles from Coach Vass, as well links to join Coach Vass' email list, and a form to contact him for off-season consulting. COACH VASS' COACHTUBE BUNDLE CoachTube "F the Coronavirus Bundle": https://coachtube.com/bundles/f-the-coronavirus-clinic-bundle-special?track=5df2f3bcaf46e634d1c9e18e8ce60ad5 COACHTUBE COURSE OF THE WEEK Ben Robertson - "Using Microsoft Visio to Draw your Playbook": https://coachtube.com/course/football/using-microsoft-visio-to-draw-your-playbook/11375324 JT O'Sullivan - "The RPO Framework: A Roadmap to Success": https://theqbschool.teachable.com/p/the-rpo-framework-roadmap-to-success ENTER CODE: VASS15 for 15% OFF! SPONSOR LINKS: www.glazierclinics.com www.coachtube.com www.hudl.com

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S02E14: Creating and Refining your Defensive Install w/ Brandon Lechtenberg - LB Coach at UIW

Thu, 25 Jun 2020 04:54:00 -0000

Season 2 Episode 14 with Brandon Lechtenberg, Linebackers Coach at the University of Incarnate Word in San Antonio, Texas. Using the 4-2-5 as an example, Coach Lechtenberg and I talk about the philosophy of install for different times of the year (spring/summer vs. fall camp), install from a position coach's perspective, building confidence, as well as a day-by-day format and its adaptation for high school. This conversation weaves in and out of the topics below, so use the show notes as a general reference. SHOW NOTES: 8:28 Welcome Coach Lech! 11:24 The Philosophy of Install 33:03 Creating an Inventory to Install 52:31 Focusing on Opponents During Install 54:43 Practicing Against "Issues" 58:36 Installing as a Position Coach 1:06:45 Install: Scheme vs. Technique 1:12:58 Changing Your Environment to Change Your Thinking 1:15:14 Building Confidence 1:23:26 Day-by-Day Install 1:41:29 Spreading Out Problem Formations During Install 1:43:58 Learning Lessons through Pain & Misery 1:47:29 Don't Let Issues Hijack You 1:52:14 Installing Special Packages 1:59:40 Adapting the Install for HS 2:09:39 Simply to Evaluate Players 2:19:18 How Lech Would Adjust for HS 2:27:48 Replicating Game Conditions 2:30:18 Coach Lech Consulting Services 2:44:30 Who/What Do You Like to Study? Follow Coach Lechtenberg on Twitter @Coach_Lech and follow Coach Vass on Twitter @CoachVass and the podcast's account @MDGAPodcast. Come join us on Twitter to discuss the episode! To join the Coach Vass Football Patreon, go to www.patreon.com/CoachVass Visit our website at www.coachvass.com to view more information on the podcast, CoachTube videos, Patreon, Pop-Up Clinics, blog posts, and articles from Coach Vass, as well links to join Coach Vass' email list, and a form to contact him for off-season consulting. COACH VASS' COACHTUBE BUNDLE CoachTube "F the Coronavirus Bundle": https://coachtube.com/bundles/f-the-coronavirus-clinic-bundle-special COACHTUBE COURSE OF THE WEEK Eric Kasperowicz - "4-3 Bundle (Basic, Run, Pass)": https://coachtube.com/bundles/4-3-bundle-basics-run-pass JT O'Sullivan - "The RPO Framework: A Roadmap to Success": https://theqbschool.teachable.com/p/the-rpo-framework-roadmap-to-success ENTER CODE: VASS15 for 15% OFF! SPONSOR LINKS: www.glazierclinics.com www.coachtube.com www.hudl.com

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S02E13: OLB Play in the 3-4 Defense w/ Cortney Braswell - OLB Coach at Appalachian State University

Fri, 05 Jun 2020 01:21:00 -0000

Season 2 Episode 13 with Cortney Braswell, the Outside Linebackers Coach at Appalachian State University. Coach Braswell and I talk the techniques necessary to play Outside Linebacker in such a diverse scheme as well as how to train them, and what he looks for in terms of physical traits needed to play the position. SHOW NOTES: 8:15 From HS to College Coaching 17:35 Desired OLB Physical Attributes - College and HS 25:55 Scheme Relevance 34:12 Cover 6 36:10 Planning Practice 48:08 Identifying and Teaching Techniques 50:58 Teaching the Foundation First 54:50 Differentiated Instruction 1:00:38 Motivating Your Players 1:05:31 Edge Rushing from Width 1:12:19 Pass Drops (General) 1:14:28 Quarter Drop Technique 1:17:20 Buzz-Flat Technique 1:22:03 Wall-Carry Technique 1:24:25 Playing Man Coverage 1:28:16 Tampa Coverage (Do Nothing Drop) 1:34:29 Dog Carrying the 2 in 3 Match 1:38:30 Players Working with Different Assistants 1:47:47 Calling the Defense in the MOF 1:53:46 Championship Question 1:56:15 Coach's Contact Information Follow Coach Braswell on Twitter @CortBraswell and follow Coach Vass on Twitter @CoachVass and the podcast's account @MDGAPodcast. Come join us on Twitter to discuss the episode! To join the Coach Vass Football Patreon, go to www.patreon.com/CoachVass Visit our website at www.coachvass.com to view more information on the podcast, CoachTube videos, Patreon, Pop-Up Clinics, blog posts, and articles from Coach Vass, as well links to join Coach Vass' email list, and a form to contact him for off-season consulting. COACH VASS' COACHTUBE BUNDLE CoachTube "F the Coronavirus Bundle": https://coachtube.com/bundles/f-the-coronavirus-clinic-bundle-special COACHTUBE COURSE OF THE WEEK Jeremy New - "Heritage 3-4 Rouge Total Defensive System": https://coachtube.com/course/football/heritage-3-4-rouge-total-defensive-system/2559882?SSAID=742098 JT O'Sullivan - "The RPO Framework: A Roadmap to Success": https://theqbschool.teachable.com/p/the-rpo-framework-roadmap-to-success CODE: Vass15 for 15% off! SPONSOR LINKS: www.glazierclinics.com www.coachtube.com www.hudl.com

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S02E12: Cover 1, Cover 2, Brackets, and Belichick w/ Don Brown (University of Michigan)

Wed, 27 May 2020 23:29:00 -0000

Season 2 Episode 12 with Don Brown, the Defensive Coordinator at the University of Michigan. Coach Brown and I talk about 5-Man pressures, Cover 1, Cover 2 Pressures, and Bracket coverages, as well as discuss Bill Belichick, and the future of defense. SHOW NOTES: 3:58 BIG Announcement! 7:17 Playing with Maximum Effort 10:02 How Has Defense Changed? 12:45 Constructing 5-Man Pressures 22:34 Breaking Pass Protection 32:50 Cover 1 39:00 "Spinning" the Sniffer vs. Lever-Spill-Lever 46:06 Traveling the Viper 51:28 Cover 2 Zone Dogs 53:48 Take Back Rules on the Number 1 WR in Cover 2 55:30 5-0 Looks aka "Superman" 57:43 Defending 12 Personnel - Wing Twins 63:38 Defending Snug/Squeeze Formations 68:26 How Triple Option Changes Off-Season Prep 1:03:10 Tips on Defending the Triple Option 1:04:53 Hanging Out with Bill Belichick 1:19:07 The Future of Defense (and Offense) 1:21:38 Who Inspires You? Follow Coach Brown on Twitter @FBCoachDBrown and follow Coach Vass on Twitter @CoachVass and the podcast's account @MDGAPodcast. Come join us on Twitter to discuss the episode! To join the Coach Vass Football Patreon, go to www.patreon.com/CoachVass Visit our website at www.coachvass.com to view more information on the podcast, CoachTube videos, Patreon, Pop-Up Clinics, blog posts, and articles from Coach Vass, as well links to join Coach Vass' email list, and a form to contact him for off-season consulting. COACH VASS' COACHTUBE BUNDLE CoachTube "F the Coronavirus Bundle": https://coachtube.com/bundles/f-the-coronavirus-clinic-bundle-special?track=5df2f3bcaf46e634d1c9e18e8ce60ad5 COACHTUBE COURSE OF THE WEEK Cody Alexander MQ/MDGA Bundle (until 6/3/2020): https://coachtube.com/bundles/mq-mdga-bundle?track=999776152487c7fe3b98809ce8b5116f SPONSOR LINKS: www.glazierclinics.com www.coachtube.com www.hudl.com

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S02E11: The Hoover High School Pressure Package w/ Chad McGehee - DC at Hoover HS (Hoover, AL)

Tue, 12 May 2020 23:15:00 -0000

Season 2 Episode 11 with Chad McGehee, the Defensive Coordinator at Hoover High School in Hoover, Alabama. Coach McGehee and I talk about 6-Man "Hot" pressures, Fire Zones, Zone Creepers, and when to use them. SHOW NOTES: 4:44 Introduction 9:42 Base Defense 22:56 2 Under/3 Deep Coverage Pressures 27:07 2U/3D Pressure: Bomb 29:04 Blaze & Flame Coverage 37:18 2U/3D Pressure: Dbl A Gap (Ammo Blaze) 41:04 2U/3D Pressure: Missile Flame 50:05 Eliminating Fire Zones in 2019 53:32 Zone Creepers Overview 54:20 Creeper: Fox 55:28 Creeper: Bear Bills 57:32 Creeper: Niners 58:58 Creeper: Bengals 1:00:04 Qtrs Field/Man Boundary Pressures 1:03:33 Qtr/Man Pressure: Whip Buffalo (w/ Pop) 1:05:12 Qtr/Man Pressure: Crash Buffalo (w/ Pop) 1:05:48 Qtr/Man Pressure: Buzzard Flash 1:09:40 Gameplanning the Pressures 1:16:43 Choosing the Right Blitz Paths 1:27:45 Championship Question Follow Coach McGehee on Twitter @CoachMcgehee and follow Coach Vass on Twitter @CoachVass and the podcast's account @MDGAPodcast. Come join us on Twitter to discuss the episode! To join the Coach Vass Football Patreon, go to www.patreon.com/CoachVass Visit our website at www.coachvass.com to view more information on the podcast, CoachTube videos, Patreon, Pop-Up Clinics, blog posts, and articles from Coach Vass, as well links to join Coach Vass' email list, and a form to contact him for off-season consulting. COACH VASS' COACHTUBE BUNDLE CoachTube "F the Coronavirus Bundle": shorturl.at/ektLO COACHTUBE COURSE OF THE WEEK Dante Bartee: Cover 3/6 1-High Zone Match Bundle: https://coachtube.com/bundles/dante-bartee-3-course-bundle-match-coverage SPONSOR LINKS: www.glazierclinics.com www.coachtube.com

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S02E10: Coaching Defensive Line w/ Ryan Osborn - DL Coach at University of Tennessee-Martin

Tue, 05 May 2020 17:00:00 -0000

Season 2 Episode 10 with Ryan Osborn, the Defensive Line coach at the University of Tennessee-Martin, and former GA at the University of Florida and Mississippi State University. We talk about playing various techniques on the Defensive Line, including 1- and 2-gap, head up, inside, and outside shade, and attack/react vs. react/attack. The show notes are a good reference point, but this was a much more conversational episode, where we went back and forth on topics. SHOW NOTES: 1:02 News & Notes 4:11 Introducing Coach Ryan Osborn 14:01 Philosophy of DL Play 19:52 Stance 27:01 Striking in 1-Gap 33:17 Block Reactions 37:20 4is Playing the Cutoff 51:12 Feet Last Technique 1:21:10 React/Attack 1:41:31 Drilling the Techniques Follow Coach Osborn on Twitter @CoachOzUTM and follow Coach Vass on Twitter @CoachVass and the podcast's account @MDGAPodcast. Come join us on Twitter to discuss the episode! Visit our website at www.coachvass.com to view more information on the podcast, CoachTube videos, Patreon, Pop-Up Clinics, blog posts, and articles from Coach Vass, as well links to join Coach Vass' email list, and a form to contact him for off-season consulting. MY LINKS Patreon: www.patreon.com/coachvass CoachTube Bundle: https://coachtube.com/bundles/f-the-coronavirus-clinic-bundle-special?track=5df2f3bcaf46e634d1c9e18e8ce60ad5 COACHTUBE COURSE OF THE WEEK Kyle Cogan: 3- & 4-Down (Even Space), Zone 1 High Run Fits: https://coachtube.com/course/football/3-4-down-even-space-zone-1-high-run-fits/11312303?track=d75e9d43657fa88ab1de7b869cc4b61e SPONSOR LINKS: www.glazierclinics.com/ www.atavus.com/ www.coachtube.com

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S02E09: "The East Coast 3-4 Defense" w/ Nate Woody - DC at Army

Mon, 20 Apr 2020 09:53:00 -0000

Season 2 Episode 9 with Nate Woody, the Defensive Coordinator at Army. We talk about his defensive scheme and the coverages associated with the activated rushers, as well as his philosophy of playing zone coverages. We touch on a lot of topics from dropping 8, to bringing 6! SHOW NOTES: 2:48 Introduction 10:58 History of the Defense 13:47 Scheme Overview 22:09 Boundary Rush 33:31 Zone vs. Match Coverages 43:21 Twisting w/ Man-Free (Don Brown) 1:03:08 Coverages by Rusher 1:11:54 Percentage of Calls 1:12:34 Drop 8 Coverages 1:13:45 Advice from Steve Spurrier 1:15:40 5-Man Pressures 1:18:24 Slanting to Over/Under 1:22:21 Looking for Quick Twitch 1:28:33 Pressure Package 1:30:25 #1 Pressure: Flood 1:33:22 Championship Question Follow Coach Woody on Twitter @CoachNateWoody and follow Coach Vass on Twitter @CoachVass and the podcast's account @MDGAPodcast. Come join us on Twitter to discuss the episode! Visit our website at www.coachvass.com to view more information on the podcast, CoachTube videos, Patreon, Pop-Up Clinics, blog posts, and articles from Coach Vass, as well links to join Coach Vass' email list, and a form to contact him for off-season consulting. If you are interested in donating to the GoFundMe for the Veronica Vasseur End-of-Life Expenses Fund, you can do so by going here: www.gofundme.com/f/veronicavasseur Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/coachvass CoachTube Bundle: https://coachtube.com/bundles/f-the-coronavirus-clinic-bundle-special?track=5df2f3bcaf46e634d1c9e18e8ce60ad5 Sponsor Links: www.glazierclinics.com/ www.atavus.com/

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S02E08: Bud Foster - The Virginia Tech Defensive System: Coverages, Pressures, and Evolution

Mon, 06 Apr 2020 04:30:00 -0000

Season 2 Episode 8 with Bud Foster, the former Defensive Coordinator and current Special Assistant to the Athletics Director at Virginia Tech. We talk about the evolution of his defense from an 8-man front, including changes in personnel and coverages, as well as his vaunted pressure package(s). SHOW NOTES: 3:40 Introduction 8:40 Playing Quarters vs. RPO 12:08 Structure/Personnel in the Defense 16:39 FIB Adjustments 21:58 Quarters Coverage 27:09 Defending 2x2 35:35 Mini Coverage 37:49 Gun Strong 3x1 38:51 Key Coverage & Bingo 42:53 Naming Coverages 49:30 I Suck At Naming Things 53:46 Intermission - A Message from Vass 59:50 Evolution of the G Defense 1:06:29 The Infamous Ohio State Game 1:12:34 Nickel Bear 1:23:10 Pressure Package 1:25:53 Top Pressure: Dog Check 1:28:02 Other Pressures: Cowboy. Cab. Rake, Rocket 1:37:16 Tampa 2 Drops 1:43:38 Championship Call 1:50:20 Housekeeping Follow Coach Foster on Twitter @coachfostervt and follow Coach Vass on Twitter @CoachVass and the podcast's account @MDGAPodcast. Come join us on Twitter to discuss the episode! Visit our website at www.coachvass.com to view more information on the podcast, CoachTube videos, Patreon, Pop-Up Clinics, blog posts, and articles from Coach Vass, as well links to join Coach Vass' email list, and a form to contact him for off-season consulting. If you are interested in donating to the GoFundMe for the Veronica Vasseur End-of-Life Expenses Fund, you can do so by going here: www.gofundme.com/f/veronicavasseur Sponsor Links: www.glazierclinics.com/ www.atavus.com/

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S02E07: Tackling from Various Positions on the Field w/ Rex Norris, Head of Football @ Atavus

Tue, 24 Mar 2020 20:18:00 -0000

Season 2 Episode 7 with Rex Norris, Defensive Coordinator at Tahoma HS in Maple Valley, WA & Head of Football for Atavus We talk about tackling from various positions on the field. SHOW NOTES: 1:25 News & Notes 8:57 Intro 11:26 Philosophy of Tackling 13:52 Teaching Situational Awareness 16:55 Types of Drills 25:52 Tackling with Force Players - Overhangs 30:56 Block Destruction 42:16 Tackling with Force Players - Corners 49:25 Inside Linebacker Tackling - Inside-Out 58:47 Inside Linebacker Tackling - Force Position 1:02:34 Drill Progressions 1:07:35 Tackling with Alley Safeties 1:17:26 Tackling with Defensive Linemen 1:27:16 The Benefits of Atavus 1:34:08 Tacklytics Follow Coach Norris on Twitter @Coach_RexNorris and follow Coach Vass on Twitter @CoachVass and the podcast's account @MDGAPodcast. Come join us on Twitter to discuss the episode! Visit our website at www.coachvass.com to view more information on the podcast, CoachTube videos, Patreon, Pop-Up Clinics, blog posts, and articles from Coach Vass, as well links to join Coach Vass' email list, and a form to contact him for off-season consulting. If you are interested in donating to the GoFundMe for the Veronica Vasseur End-of-Life Expenses Fund, you can do so by going here: www.gofundme.com/f/veronicavasseur Sponsor Links: www.glazierclinics.com/ www.atavus.com/

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S02E06: Pressure Packages out of the 4-2-5 w/ Jacob Gill - DC at Shiloh Christian (Springdale, AR)

Wed, 04 Mar 2020 10:21:00 -0000

Season 2 Episode 6 with Jacob Gill, Defensive Coordinator at Shiloh Christian School in Springdale, Arkansas. We talk about various pressures out of the 4-2-5, as well as some Odd front adjustments. If you're a fan of TCU's defense, you will recognize some of these calls! SHOW NOTES: 1:26 General Notes 4:29 Introduction 8:34 Smokes & Strikes Package 25:27 Smokes with Cover 3 29:51 Kyle Cogan = Oprah 34:20 Smokes with 2 Trap 41:36 Bullets Package 49:52 Bullets with 2 Under/3 Deep 55:46 7-Man Pressures 58:15 Dogs Package 1:15:51 Read Pressures: Rain & Hail & Various Notes 1:47:28 Mug Fronts 1:54:55 Championship Question Follow Coach Gill on Twitter @Coach_JGill and follow Coach Vass on Twitter @CoachVass and the podcast's account @MDGAPodcast. Come join us on Twitter to discuss the episode! Visit our website at www.coachvass.com to view more information on the podcast, Pop-Up Clinics, blog posts, CoachTube videos, articles from Coach Vass, as well links to join Coach Vass' email list, and a form to contact him for off-season consulting. If you are interested in donating to the GoFundMe for the Veronica Vasseur End-of-Life Expenses Fund, you can do so by going here: www.gofundme.com/f/veronicavasseur Sponsor Links: www.glazierclinics.com/ www.atavus.com/

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S02E05: Run Game Out of Various Personnel Groups w/ Brady Walz & Rowdy Harper (Run the Power)

Mon, 24 Feb 2020 14:47:00 -0000

Season 2 Episode 5 with Brady Walz and Rowdy Harper from Run the Power is LIVE! We talk about Coach Walz and Harper's favorite concepts out of various personnel groupings versus different fronts. 1:19 News & Notes 5:28 Introduction 10:35 Running the Ball out of 11 Personnel 11:50 11 Pers: Power 30:21 11 Pers: Counter 41:14 11 Pers: Pin-Pull Schemes 50:20 11 Pers: Inside Zone 1:05:15 11 Pers: Outside Zone 1:11:33 11 Pers: Iso/Zone Insert 1:24:50 Running the Ball out of 12/21 Personnel 1:27:24 12/21 Pers: Power/Counter 1:45:19 12/21 Pers: Iso 1:54:55 12/21 Pers: Outside Zone 2:00:25 12/21 Pers: G Lead 2:02:19 12/21 Pers: Playing the Bear Front 2:08:04 Running the Ball out of 10 Personnel 2:08:50 10 Pers: Zone Read & Zone Lock 2:21:11 10 Pers: Power Read 2:23:43 10 Pers: QB Gap Schemes 2:28:07 Facing the 3-High Safety Defenses 2:30:57 Offenses & Defenses To Study this Off-Season Follow Coach Walz on Twitter @CoachBradyWalz and Coach Harper @harper_coach, as well as their podcast's account @RunthePower. You can also visit their website at www.runthepower.com.

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S02E04: Defending RPOs with Split Safety Coverages w/ Cody Alexander - DBs at Midlothian HS (Texas)

Fri, 14 Feb 2020 03:20:00 -0000

Season 2 Episode 4 with Cody Alexander, Defensive Backs Coach at Midlothian High School in Midlothian, Texas. We talk about defending RPOs out of Split Safety Coverages. 3:28 Introduction 5:56 Gun Strong 2x2 RPOs 10:03 Studying Backsets in 2x2 12:34 Nickel/Safety Alignment 15:15 In/Out of the Fit 18:07 2 Read vs. 2x2 25:35 Fill & Fold 28:47 Defending Zone Lock out of 2x2 31:58 Revising Philosophy on Defending RPOs 39:48 Defending Gun Weak 2x2 RPOs 49:42 Defending Gun Strong 3x1 RPOs 1:06:52 Defending Gun Weak 3x1 RPO 1:16:12 Defending Y-Off RPOs 1:22:52 Studying Backsets with Y-Off 1:27:31 Favorite Changeups to Stop RPOs Follow Coach Alexander on Twitter @The_Coach_A or go to his website, https://matchquarters.com/. Follow Coach Vass on Twitter @CoachVass and the podcast's account @MDGAPodcast. Come join us on Twitter to discuss the episode! Visit our website at www.coachvass.com to view more information on the podcast, Pop-Up Clinics, blog posts, CoachTube videos, articles from Coach Vass, as well links to join Coach Vass' email list, and a form to contact him for off-season consulting. If you are interested in donating to the GoFundMe for the Veronica Vasseur End-of-Life Expenses Fund, you can do so by going here: www.gofundme.com/f/veronicavasseur Sponsor Links: http://www.glazierclinics.com/ https://www.atavus.com/ https://www.amazon.com/Francisco-49ers-Complete-Offensive-Manual/dp/1703676858/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=49ers+complete+offensive+manual&qid=1581346532&s=books&sr=1-1

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S02E03: Pressuring Out of the Odd Front w/ Marc Marinelli - DC at Wichita Northwest HS (Wichita, KS)

Sun, 02 Feb 2020 06:46:00 -0000

Season 2 Episode 3 with Marc Marinelli, Defensive Coordinator at Wichita Northwest High School in Wichita, Kansas. We talk about different methods to pressure vs. run and pass teams out of Odd spacing using a variety of different coverages. 5:26 Introduction 7:03 "The Misfits" 10:15 Pressure Philosophy 21:20 Run Pressures 21:31 Zorro & Cash 42:16 Ace/King 49:12 Pressuring Y-Off Formations 1:04:05 Pressuring the Pass 1:17:19 Longhorn 1:18:47 Switch Call 1:20:13 Slap & Jaws 1:22:15 Games 1:24:14 Kodak 1:37:06 Rick Ross 1:40:36 Fish Hook Technique 1:42:42 Eyes Coverage 1:47:40 "Ups" (Simulated Pressures/Creepers) 1:52:53 Who to Study This Off-Season? Follow Coach Marinelli on Twitter @marcmarinelli. Follow Coach Vass on Twitter @CoachVass and the podcast's account @MDGAPodcast. Come join us on Twitter to discuss the episode! Visit our website at www.coachvass.com to view more information on the podcast, Pop-Up Clinics, blog posts, CoachTube videos, articles from Coach Vass, as well links to join Coach Vass' email list, and a form to contact him for off-season consulting. If you are interested in donating to the GoFundMe for the Veronica Vasseur End-of-Life Expenses Fund, you can do so by going here: www.gofundme.com/f/veronicavasseur

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S02E02: The 46 Defense w/ Robert Rubel - DC at Robinson HS (Robinson, TX)

Sat, 25 Jan 2020 10:14:00 -0000

Season 2 Episode 2 with Robert Rubel, Defensive Coordinator at Robinson High School in Robinson, Texas. We talk about the 46 Bear defense - it's coverages, pressure packages, and adjustments to all sorts of formations. Show Notes: 3:07: Introduction of Coach Rubel and His System 20:15: Torch/Gate Stunt 22:12: Percentage of Bear Defense 25:02: Diversity of the 46 Defense 26:15: Difference between Buddy & Rex/Rob's 46 30:49: Defending I Pro 35:02: Swipe Coverage 38:15: Defending I Pro (cont'd). 38:58: Defending Spread Sets 40:36: Attacking Protections 44:37: Boxing vs. Spilling 47:41: Changing Personnel for the "Modern 46" 55:40: Playing the 46 vs. Other 2 Back Offenses 1:05:56: Jayhawk Adjustment 1:17:29: Defending 11 Personnel 3x1 Sets 1:20:52: Adjusting to Formations with no TEs 1:23:27: Defending 11/20 Pers Y-Off Looks 1:26:01: Defending 10 Personnel Looks 1:27:15: Other Coverages in the 46 Defense 1:29:22: Swipe Coverage 1:32:43: "50" Blitz (Bear Jet) 1:34:26: Cover 3Z (Loaded Zone) 1:35:51: Cover 3 Tracy 1:36:46: Cover Red 1:39:03: Playing the 46 at the College Level 1:40:35: 46 Defense's Pressure Package 1:54:20: Random Terminology 2:06:19: "The Question" Follow Coach Rubel on Twitter @real46defense. Follow Coach Vass on Twitter @CoachVass and the podcast's account @MDGAPodcast. Come join us on Twitter to discuss the episode! Visit our website at www.coachvass.com to view more information on the podcast, Pop-Up Clinics, blog posts, CoachTube videos, articles from Coach Vass, as well links to join Coach Vass' email list, and a form to contact him for off-season consulting. If you are interested in donating to the GoFundMe for the Veronica Vasseur End-of-Life Expenses Fund, you can do so by going here: www.gofundme.com/f/veronicavasseur

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S02E01: Man Match Cover 1 w/ Kyle Cogan - HC at Lexington HS (Lexington, MO)

Sat, 18 Jan 2020 08:30:00 -0000

Season 2 Episode 1 with Kyle Cogan, Head Coach at Lexington High School in Lexington, Missouri. We talk about all aspects of Man Match Cover 1 including the Funnel and Rat techniques, formation adjustments, and different variations of Cover 1. Show Notes: 6:51: Intro 9:57: Overview of Man Match Cover 1 14:54: When to Use Cover 1 23:42 Dividers 29:33 When to Come Off Your Man 37:27 Funnel Concept 48:24 Rat Technique 1:00:56 Cover 1 vs. 2 Backs 1:16:23: Cover 1 vs. 1 Back 1:22:23: "Trade Call" 1:29:32: Motion Adjustments 1:31:23: Playing Everyone Pressed 1:44:26: Cover 1 vs. 12 Personnel 1:45:38: Cover 1 vs. Y-Off 1:48:14: Crossing Face on Back Blocks 1:53:37: Cover 1 Funnel 1:57:38: Cover 1 Clue 2:01:35: Cover 1 Hole 2:03:09: Cover 1 Cross 2:06:23: Cover 1 Double Robber 2:07:52: Cover 1 Mouse 2:08::24: Cover 1 Dbl # 2:14:19: Cover 1 Rat (Sim Pressure) 2:23:42: Cover 1 vs. Empty 2:32:39: Cover 1 vs. Stacks & Bunches 2:42:38: Different Motion Adjustments 2:44:34: 1 Rat Revisited 2:48:20: Cover 1 vs. Nasty Splits 2:51:01: Defending Mesh & Drive 3:03:23 What To Study for 2020? Follow Coach Cogan on Twitter @CoachCogan. Follow Coach Vass on Twitter @CoachVass and the podcast's account @MDGAPodcast. Come join us on Twitter to discuss the episode! Visit our website at www.coachvass.com to view more information on the podcast, Pop-Up Clinics, blog posts, CoachTube videos, articles from Coach Vass, as well links to join Coach Vass' email list, and a form to contact him for off-season consulting. If you are interested in donating to the GoFundMe for the Veronica Vasseur End-of-Life Expenses Fund, you can do so by going here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/veronicavasseur

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S01E21: In-Season Q&A - Dan Casey, HC at St. David's School (Raleigh, NC)

Sat, 11 Jan 2020 14:00:00 -0000

This is Episode 15, the last of the 2019 In-Season Q & A Series with MDGA Podcast Host Chris Vasseur and St. David's School (Raleigh, NC) Head Coach, Dan Casey. Coach Vass and Coach Casey take a variety of listener-submitted questions to help with game planning and general, in-season advice. Make sure to follow Dan Casey on Twitter @CoachDanCasey, as well as Coach Vass (@CoachVass), and follow the show's account @MDGAPodcast. Lastly, if you are interested in donating to “Veronica Vasseur's End-of-Life Expenses Fund” you can do so by going here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/veronicavasseur

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S01E20: In-Season Q&A - John Rice, HC at Riverside Poly HS (CA)

Tue, 10 Dec 2019 15:32:00 -0000

This is Episode 14 of the In-Season Q & A Series with MDGA Podcast Host Chris Vasseur and Riverside Poly High School (Riverside, CA) Head Coach, John Rice. Coach Vass and Coach Rice take a variety of listener-submitted questions to help with game planning and general, in-season advice. Make sure to follow John Rice on Twitter @CoachJohnRice, as well as Coach Vass (@CoachVass), and follow the show's account @MDGAPodcast. If you want to submit a question for next week's show, go to the form located here: forms.gle/wjCefjwn1enGnbUa6 If you are interested in donating to “Momma Vass’ Kick Cancer’s Ass Fund,” you can do so through PayPal by sending your donation to coachvass@gmail.com (send as friends/family) or the CashApp ($CoachVass).

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S01E19: In-Season Q&A - Brandon Couch, LB at Wylie East HS (Wylie, TX)

Mon, 02 Dec 2019 09:14:00 -0000

This is Episode 13 of the In-Season Q & A Series with MDGA Podcast Host Chris Vasseur and Wylie East High School (Wylie, TX) LB Coach, Brandon Couch. Coach Vass and Coach Couch take a variety of listener-submitted questions to help with game planning and general, in-season advice. Make sure to follow Brandon Couch on Twitter @Coach_Couch44, as well as Coach Vass (@CoachVass), and follow the show's account @MDGAPodcast. If you want to submit a question for next week's show, go to the form located here: forms.gle/wjCefjwn1enGnbUa6 If you are interested in donating to “Momma Vass’ Kick Cancer’s Ass Fund,” you can do so through PayPal by sending your donation to coachvass@gmail.com (send as friends/family) or the CashApp ($CoachVass).

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S01E18: In-Season Q&A – Chad Broadrick, DC at Gallatin HS (Gallatin, TN)

Sun, 24 Nov 2019 10:15:00 -0000

This is Episode 12 of the In-Season Q & A Series with MDGA Podcast Host Chris Vasseur and Gallintan High School (Gallatin, TN) Defensive Coordinator, Chad Broadrick. Coach Vass and Coach Broadrick take a variety of listener-submitted questions to help with game planning and general, in-season advice. Make sure to follow Chad Broadrick on Twitter @CoachBroadrick, as well as Coach Vass (@CoachVass), and follow the show's account @MDGAPodcast. If you want to submit a question for next week's show, go to the form located here: forms.gle/wjCefjwn1enGnbUa6 If you are interested in donating to “Momma Vass’ Kick Cancer’s Ass Fund,” you can do so through PayPal by sending your donation to coachvass@gmail.com (send as friends/family) or the CashApp ($CoachVass).

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S01E17: In-Season Q&A – Michael Rose-Ivey, DC at Lincoln Prep (Kansas City, MO)

Tue, 19 Nov 2019 07:04:00 -0000

This is Episode 11 of the In-Season Q & A Series with MDGA Podcast Host Chris Vasseur and Lincoln Prep (Kansas City, MO) Defensive Coordinator, Michael Rose-Ivey. Coach Vass and Coach Rose-Ivey take a variety of listener-submitted questions to help with game planning and general, in-season advice. Make sure to follow Michael Rose-Ivey on Twitter @CoachMRI, as well as Coach Vass (@CoachVass), and follow the show's account @MDGAPodcast. If you want to submit a question for next week's show, go to the form located here: forms.gle/wjCefjwn1enGnbUa6 If you are interested in donating to “Momma Vass’ Kick Cancer’s Ass Fund,” you can do so through PayPal by sending your donation to coachvass@gmail.com or the CashApp ($CoachVass).

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S01E16: In-Season Q&A – Chris Vasseur, DC at Clovis High School (Clovis, CA)

Sat, 09 Nov 2019 09:14:00 -0000

This is Episode 10 of the In-Season Q & A Series with MDGA Podcast Host Chris Vasseur flying solo this week. Coach Vass takes a variety of listener-submitted questions to help with game planning and general, in-season advice. Make sure to follow Coach Vass on Twitter (@CoachVass), and follow the show's account @MDGAPodcast. If you want to submit a question for next week's show, go to the form located here: forms.gle/wjCefjwn1enGnbUa6

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S01E15: In-Season Q&A – Mason Hughes, HC at Central Valley Christian HS (Visalia, CA)

Sat, 26 Oct 2019 22:49:00 -0000

This is Episode 9 of the In-Season Q & A Series with MDGA Podcast Host Chris Vasseur and Central Valley Christian High School (Visalia, CA) Head Coach, Mason Hughes. Coach Vass and Coach Hughes take a variety of listener-submitted questions to help with game planning and general, in-season advice. Make sure to follow Mason Hughes on Twitter @Mason_Hughes, as well as Coach Vass (@CoachVass), and follow the show's account @MDGAPodcast. If you want to submit a question for next week's show, go to the form located here: forms.gle/wjCefjwn1enGnbUa6 If you are interested in donating to “Momma Vass’ Kick Cancer’s Ass Fund,” you can do so through PayPal by sending your donation to coachvass@gmail.com or the CashApp ($CoachVass).

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S01E14: In-Season Q&A – Yosef Fares, HC at Bullard HS (Fresno, CA)

Sun, 20 Oct 2019 03:04:00 -0000

This is Episode 8 of the In-Season Q & A Series with MDGA Podcast Host Chris Vasseur and Bullard High School Head Coach, Yosef Fares. Coach Vass and Coach Fares take a variety of listener-submitted questions to help with game planning and general, in-season advice. Make sure to follow Yosef Fares on Twitter @Coach_Fares, as well as Coach Vass (@CoachVass), and follow the show's account @MDGAPodcast. If you want to submit a question for next week's show, go to the form located here: forms.gle/wjCefjwn1enGnbUa6 If you are interested in donating to “Momma Vass’ Kick Cancer’s Ass Fund,” you can do so through PayPal by sending your donation to coachvass@gmail.com or the CashApp ($CoachVass).

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S01E13: In-Season Q&A – Adam Harvey, DBs at Steele HS (Cibolo, TX)

Sat, 12 Oct 2019 09:06:00 -0000

This is Episode 7 of the In-Season Q & A Series with MDGA Podcast Host Chris Vasseur and Steele High School Defensive Backs Coach, Adam Harvey. Coach Vass and Coach Harvey take a variety of listener-submitted questions to help with game planning and general, in-season advice. Make sure to follow Adam Harvey on Twitter @Coach_Harvey18, as well as Coach Vass (@CoachVass), and follow the show's account @MDGAPodcast. If you want to submit a question for next week's show, go to the form located here: forms.gle/wjCefjwn1enGnbUa6 If you are interested in donating to “Momma Vass’ Kick Cancer’s Ass Fund,” you can do so through PayPal by sending your donation to coachvass@gmail.com or the CashApp ($CoachVass).

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S01E12: In-Season Q&A – Slade Calhoun, DC at Munford HS (Munford, TN)

Sun, 06 Oct 2019 00:01:00 -0000

This is Episode 6 of the In-Season Q & A Series with MDGA Podcast Host Chris Vasseur and Munford High School Defensive Coordinator, Slade Calhoun. Coach Vass and Coach Calhoun take a variety of listener-submitted questions to help with game planning and general, in-season advice. Make sure to follow Slade Calhoun on Twitter @CoachSlade_Cal, as well as Coach Vass (@CoachVass), and follow the show's account @MDGAPodcast. If you want to submit a question for next week's show, go to the form located here: forms.gle/wjCefjwn1enGnbUa6 If you are interested in donating to “Momma Vass’ Kick Cancer’s Ass Fund,” you can do so through PayPal by sending your donation to coachvass@gmail.com or the CashApp ($CoachVass).

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S01E11: In-Season Q&A – Jerry Gordon, DC at Nauset HS (North Eastham, MA)

Sat, 21 Sep 2019 10:00:00 -0000

This is Episode 5 of the In-Season Q & A Series with MDGA Podcast Host Chris Vasseur and Nauset High School Defensive Coordinator, Jerry Gordon. Coach Vass and Coach Gordon take a variety of listener-submitted questions to help with game planning and general, in-season advice. Make sure to follow Jerry Gordon on Twitter @JerryGordonFB, as well as Coach Vass (@CoachVass), and follow the show's account @MDGAPodcast. If you want to submit a question for next week's show, go to the form located here: forms.gle/wjCefjwn1enGnbUa6

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S01E10: In-Season Q&A – Chris Vasseur (Live Periscope Broadcast)

Sat, 14 Sep 2019 22:51:00 -0000

This is Episode 4 of the In-Season Q & A Series with MDGA Podcast Host Chris Vasseur. This is audio recorded from a live Periscope Podcast where Coach Vass answers a variety of listener-submitted questions to help with game planning and general, in-season advice. Make sure to follow Coach Vass (@CoachVass), and follow the show's account @MDGAPodcast. If you want to submit a question for next week's show, go to the form located here: forms.gle/wjCefjwn1enGnbUa6

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S01E09: In-Season Q&A – Jason Bornn, HC at Saugus HS (Saugus, CA)

Sat, 07 Sep 2019 08:10:00 -0000

This is Episode 3 of the In-Season Q & A Series with MDGA Podcast Host Chris Vasseur and Saugus High School Head Coach, Jason Bornn. Coach Vass and Coach Bornn take a variety of listener-submitted questions to help with game planning and general, in-season advice. Make sure to follow Jason Bornn on Twitter @JasonBornn1, as well as Coach Vass (@CoachVass), and follow the show's account @MDGAPodcast. If you want to submit a question for next week's show, go to the form located here: forms.gle/wjCefjwn1enGnbUa6

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S01E08: In-Season Q&A – Chris King, DC at St. John Bosco (Bellflower, CA)

Sat, 31 Aug 2019 08:54:00 -0000

This is Episode 2 of the In-Season Q & A Series with MDGA Podcast Host Chris Vasseur and St. John Bosco Defensive Coordinator Chris King. Coach Vass and Coach King take a variety of listener-submitted questions to help with game planning and general, in-season advice. Make sure to follow Chris King on Twitter @coachcjkinger, as well as Coach Vass (@CoachVass), and follow the show's account @MDGAPodcast. If you want to submit a question for next week's show, go to the form located here: https://forms.gle/wjCefjwn1enGnbUa6

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S01E07: In-Season Q&A – Chris Vasseur, DC at Clovis High School (Clovis, CA)

Sat, 24 Aug 2019 10:00:00 -0000

Episode 1 of the In-Season Q & A Series with MDGA Podcast Host Chris Vasseur taking your game-planning questions. Make sure to follow him on Twitter @CoachVass and follow the show's account @MDGAPodcast. If you want to submit a question for next week's show, go to the form located here: https://forms.gle/wjCefjwn1enGnbUa6

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S01E06: Building a Defense Using Tenets of Sport Psychology w/ Grant Parr & Dr. Chris Stults

Thu, 22 Aug 2019 08:20:00 -0000

Episode 5 with Grant Parr, Owner of Game Face Performance and Dr. Christopher Stults, Associate Professor at Baruch College. We talk about some of the main tenets of Sport Psychology and apply them to building a defense Show Notes: 4:10 Intro 13:11 Sport Psychology's Role in Defense 14:56 Creating an Identity 20:40 The Importance of Language 26:26 The Importance of Breathing 33:05 Creating a Mission Statement 42:54 Leadership 54:48 Goal Setting 1:00:52 The Power of Visualization 1:14:41 Group Roles 1:16:52 Role Clarity 1:36:35 "Traditional" Team Building Activities 1:38:54 Personal Disclosure & Mutual Sharing 1:47:51 Misc. Points Follow Grant Parr on Twitter @gfpmindset and Dr. Christopher Stults @DrChrisStults. Follow me @CoachVass and the podcast @MDGAPodcast. Come join us on Twitter to discuss the episode! Also, visit our website at www.coachvass.com/podcast to fill out the form for the Q&A podcast, as well as other pages to learn more about Coach Vass.

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S01E05: 2 Under/3 Deep Pressure Package & LB Reads w/ Pat Fox

Wed, 14 Aug 2019 10:00:00 -0000

Episode 4 with Pat Fox from Notre Dame Prep in Pontiac, Michigan. We talk about 2 Under/3 Deep Pressures, DL play, LB reads, and defending big formations in Michigan. Note: The conversation gets a little colorful so please be advised. Also, the audio for the first three minutes of the interview gets a little rough, but it smooths out quickly. Show Notes: 0:20 Housekeeping 2:40 Intro 5:31 2 Under/3 Deep Pressure Package 6:13 History of 2 Under/3 Deep 10:26 Attacking Personnel Groups 12:43 When Not To Use Them 18:51 Goosebumps Package 25:47 Coaching Points for 2 Under/3 Deep 33:04 Team Skelly 35:12 2 Under/3 Deep Corner Play 36:20 Defending 3x1 39:04 MOF Safety Play 40:02 Opponent's Plan of Attack 49:51 Favorite Pressure Patterns vs. 11 Personnel 52:34 Pressures vs. 11 Personnel Gap Schemes 54:49 Coaching Offense (Ha!) 58:16 Avoiding Overcomplicating on D 1:01:00 Taking on Blocks 1:03:20 Base DL Philosophy 1:04:12 Cheesesteak Technique 1:05:24 Pressures vs. 10 Personnel 1:12:05 LB Reads 1:20:14 Playing "Big" Formations 1:28:50 Coach Fox's Contact Info 1:36:04 Championship Call Follow Coach Fox on Twitter @pefgdefense. Follow me @CoachVass and the podcast @MDGAPodcast. Come join us on Twitter to discuss the episode! Also, visit our website at www.coachvass.com/podcast, as well as other pages to learn more about Coach Vass.

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S01E04: "Tite Fronts, Sims, and Creepers, Oh My!" w/ Ron Roberts - DC @ ULL

Wed, 07 Aug 2019 10:00:00 -0000

Episode 3 with Ron Roberts, Defensive Coordinator at the University of Louisiana Ragin Cajuns. We discuss what constitutes a simulated pressure vs. a creeper, and the Tite front, and adjustments off of it. Show Notes: 4:20 Coaches' Journey 15:45 "Creepers" 31:39 RPOs Changing Run Fits 34:08 Using Change Up Calls 37:07 Stopping Zone Read out of 10 Pers 42:27 Coverage to Action vs. Action to Coverage 45:12 Creepers vs. 11 Personnel Y-Off 47:31 Creepers vs. Power & Counter 48:52 "Simulated Pressures" 1:03:27 Creating a Pressure Menu 1:06:30 Examples of Sim Pressures 1:11:10 Tite Front 1:17:24 Slanting out of Tite 1:18:30 Adjustments off of the Tite Front 1:24:45 Offensive Concepts to beat the Tite Front 1:30:21 Coverages out of the Tite Front 1:34:43 Lag Technique - Odd & Even Fronts 1:46:01 "Championship Question" Follow Coach Roberts on Twitter @CoachRonRoberts, and visit his website http://www.ronrobertsfootball.com. Follow Coach Vass on Twitter @CoachVass and the podcast's account @MDGAPodcast. Come join us on Twitter to discuss the episode! Visit our website at www.coachvass.com to view more information on the podcast, Pop-Up Clinics, blog posts, CoachTube videos, articles from Coach Vass, as well links to join Coach Vass' email list, and a form to contact him for off-season consulting. If you are interested in donating to the show, you can do so through PayPal (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme2/coachvass), Venmo (@CoachVass), or CashApp ($CoachVass).

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S01E03: Fall Camp Checklist w/ Marc Marinelli

Sun, 04 Aug 2019 00:39:00 -0000

BONUS POD #1: Fall Camp Checklist for your defense with Marc Marinelli, Defensive Coordinator at Northwest High School in Wichita, Kansas

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S01E02: Solving Problems with Aggression w/ Don Brown - DC at the University of Michigan

Tue, 30 Jul 2019 09:20:00 -0000

Episode 2 with Don Brown, Defensive Coordinator at the University of Michigan. We talk about solving problems with aggression, playing with various defensive packages. using overhangs in the run game and more. Show Notes: 3:28 Coach Brown's coaching journey 11:13 Defensive philosophy in today's game 16:41 Solving problems with aggression 22:54 Living with a pressure philosophy 27:32 Setting the tone with pressure 30:42 Using different defensive packages 42:06 Forcing offenses to react to you 43:51 Defending the run with overhangs and movement 49:18 "Denting" the run game 52:39 Fitting gap scheme runs 53:51 Defending the zone read 59:39 Keying or traveling with the sniffer in Cover 1 1:01:19 Cover 1 Rat coaching points 1:03:59 Cover 2 Trap overhang coaching points 1:05:32 Bracket coverage coaching points 1:07:50 Coach Brown's opinion on Quarters coverage 1:08:21 The Championship Call 1:10:11 Housekeeping from CV Follow Coach Brown on Twitter @FBCoachDBrown. Follow Coach Vass on Twitter @CoachVass and the podcast's account @MDGAPodcast. Come join us on Twitter to discuss the episode! Visit our website at www.coachvass.com to view more information on the podcast, Pop-Up Clinics, blog posts, CoachTube videos, articles from Coach Vass, as well links to join Coach Vass' email list, and a form to contact him for off-season consulting. If you are interested in donating to the show, you can do so through PayPal (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme2/coachvass), Venmo (@CoachVass), or CashApp ($CoachVass).

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S01E01: 3 Deep Zone & Rip/Liz Match vs. Trips w/ Kyle Cogan

Tue, 23 Jul 2019 02:32:00 -0000

Episode 1 with Kyle Cogan from Lexington HS in Lexington, MO. We talk about Cover 3 and 6, with Skinny and Skate tags vs. Trips formations. Show Notes: 4:41 Coach Cogan's story 9:08 Start of teaching progression for Cover 3 10:43 Defining field zones 12:18 Divider principle 18:09 Different types of Cover 3 21:20 Responsibilites for each defender 31:11 Underneath droppers in Cover 3 39:11 Passing receivers back 41:09 Underneath droppers in Cover 3 (cont'd.) 1:02:39 Skinny tag 1:17:17 6 Sky 1:19:02 6 Buzz 1:20:32 Choosing between 6 Sky & 6 Buzz 1:21:46 "Read" Tag 1:28:10 3 Sky 1:30:06 3 Buzz & Playing RPO 1:46:56 7th Dimension/Slinging the run fits 1:54:20 Recap 1:56:30 The Menu 2:01:40 "The Question" Follow Coach Gogan on Twitter @CoachCogan. Follow me @CoachVass and the podcast @MDGAPodcast. Come join us on Twitter to discuss the episode! Visit our website at www.coachvass.com/podcast

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"Make Defense Great Again" Podcast Trailer

Mon, 15 Jul 2019 00:00:00 -0000

Trailer for the upcoming weekly podcast, "Make Defense Great Again." The first episode will be uploaded on July 23, 2019.

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