Post Views: 3,391 When you run two high safeties there are a lot of options when you’re playing zone. That is the reason why a lot of teams are moving to having two high safeties in pre-snap looks. One of the less common coverages that is run out of two high safeties is cover 8. Most coaches stick to Quarters, cover 2 and at times, cover 6. However, cover 8 is an interesting little tweak to those coverages that can help you give the offense a different look and confuse their reads. In the video below, I gave you a full explanation of cover 8. It’s a simple tweak to another two high coverage. Pay attention to the details and as always, if you have any questions, feel free to reach out to me via email at cwilson@alleyesdbcamp.com – thank you for being a member. Author Recent Posts alleyesdbcampOwner at All Eyes DB CampChad Wilson is the founder of All Eyes DB Camp and a former standout defensive back for the Miami Hurricanes. After an elite collegiate career, Wilson spent a season with the Seattle Seahawks before transitioning into coaching. A 3-time Florida state champion defensive coordinator, he has spent over 20 years developing the "All Eyes" blueprint that has produced NFL All-Pros and stars like Xavien Howard, Patrick Surtain II, Tyson Campbell, Minkah Fitzpatrick and more. His coaching system is proven at the highest levels—his own sons, Quincy and Marco Wilson, both excelled as starters in the SEC before being drafted into the NFL.Chad is the author of "101 DB Tips"—The Ultimate DB Reference Guide. You can find more information on the manual and how to order your copy in the sidebar and footer of this page. Latest posts by alleyesdbcamp (see all) The Alien Era: How Defensive Backs Can Win vs Athletic Tight Ends - March 4, 2026 These 4 Drills Will Drastically Improve Your Off Man Coverage - February 25, 2026 How Elite DBs Read Route Concepts Before the Snap - February 25, 2026 Related Posts:Coverages Explained: How to Play Cover 4Coverages Explained | 2 TrapCoverages Explained | 2 InvertCoverages Explained: Stubbie Post navigation Defend the Fade Drill What’d He Do Wrong: Overplayed Leverage
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