Spot Drop vs Match Up Zone

There are two types of zones when you are playing defense.  You are either dropping to a spot or you are dropping into a zone and matching up on a receiver.  IN the video below,  I get into the ins and outs of both the spot drop zone and the matchup zone.

Most teams either run one type of zone or the other while some run both.  No matter which one your team runs,  it’s best to get an understanding of both whether you are a player or coach.

As with all things,  there are pros and cons.  If you are a coach looking to run either one,  it’s good to know the weaknesses of what you are running.  As a player,  it’s in your best interest to have an understanding of what your coach is running.  First,  if gives you confidence in where you are supposed to be and second,  it gives your coach confidence in putting you out on the field.

I used one basic coverage to give you an understanding of how spot drops differ from match ups.  I did not feel it necessary to roll into more than one coverage for the explanation but if you feel that another coverage would be necessary to further your understanding,  feel free to email me at cwilson@alleyesdbcamp.com and I will do that in a future video.

As always,  thank you for being a member and enjoy the video below:

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Chad 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.

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