Packaging Plays Part III Packaging Three Concepts Together
In the previous two articles on packaging plays, we looked at ways to package a pair of concepts together. In this article we are delving into new ar…
3 Drills to Improve Your Passing Game
The ‘Pat and Go’, ‘Noose’, and ‘Rapid Fire’ Drills will help improve your quarterback’s efficiency. While I did not invent any of these drills, we ha…
Eight Daily Areas of Defensive Emphasis
Ideally, coaches want their defensive players to be smart, fast, and physical. I was hired in February, 2013 by first year Head Coach, Joshua Eargle.…
Effective Blitz Packages
When ‘Killer Red’ is called, any one of nine different players can rush the quarterback. Over the past few years we have leaned heavily on one call o…
4 FIRE ZONE BLITZES FROM THE 3-4 “BLACK HOLE” DEFENSE
This zone blitz scheme adds additional pressure to the offense but still remains solid with secondary coverage. Traditionally, we have always been a…
The Take-Away Mentality on Defense
This mentality includes three goals – averaging three takeaways per game, win the third down conversions battle, and avoid the big play. We implement…
Special Teams Organization
Having specific responsibilities for each coach related to special teams play will help improve overall efficiency. This article will provide ways fo…
Overwhelming the Opposition - An Inside Look at the Up-Tempo Offense
Players that can play multiple positions increase your chances of success with the up-tempo offense. The up-tempo offense can place a lot of stress o…
POINT-COUNTERPOINT Goal Line Offense vs. Defense
Tale of the Tape Tanner Engstrand University of San Diego Offensive Coordinator - 10 years on USD staff - Serves as Assistant Head Coach, OC, and QBs…
Special Teams
Over the last decade, both American Football Monthly and Gridiron Strategies have published hundreds of articles on special teams play. Some of the c…