Understanding Zone Coverage: How to Defend Your Space Effectively
Zone coverage is one of the most fundamental concepts in football, especially for defensive backs. Unlike man-to-man coverage, where each defender is responsible for covering a specific player, zone coverage requires defenders to cover designated areas of the field. This appro...
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Understanding the Basics of Pass Defense
Understanding the fundamentals of pass coverage is essential for defensive backs at all levels of the game. In this article, we will explore the key concepts and techniques involved in pass coverage, including zone coverage, man-to-man coverage, matchup zones zone blitzes alon...
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Be As Deep as the Deepest
If you played defensive back and safety in particular, you have likely had a coach tell you this when discussing a coverage. “Be as deep as the deepest”. There’s nothing worse than getting a ball thrown over your head as a defensive ba...
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