#425chat Archive

This is a chat for football coaches to discuss the 4-2-5 defense on Thursday at 8PM CT

Thursday January 25, 2018
9:00 PM EST

  • CoachKelleyAHS - Moderator Jan 25 @ 9:00 PM EST
    Welcome to #425chat our topic is playing with split field coverages sponsored by @mygaonline! Go ahead and introduce yourself and follow your fellow coaches. Don’t forget to use the #425chat
  • CoachKelleyAHS - Moderator Jan 25 @ 9:01 PM EST
    I am Zach zkelley. DC and Outside Safeties coach at WH Adamson in Dallas, TX. Also creator of https://t.co/R3Ate1ggC7 and moderator of #425chat
    In reply to @MyGAOnline
  • stoptherun425 Jan 25 @ 9:01 PM EST
    Al Smith DC Churchill High School Livonia Michigan #425chat
  • vera_jr Jan 25 @ 9:01 PM EST
    JR Vera, secondary coach, South San HS. #425chat
  • CoachKelleyAHS - Moderator Jan 25 @ 9:01 PM EST
    Just started coach! #425chat
    In reply to @vera_jr
  • BallCoachMiller Jan 25 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Jeff Miller Elkhart Memorial High School Elkhart, IN #425Chat
  • CoachSimard Jan 25 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Bob Simard OLine Coach - Tech Guy Sutter, CA #425chat #GetBetter "Where's the Buffet? Did someone say Buffet?" #SutrOLine
  • yak1373 Jan 25 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Matt Conner Boonville HS Indiana (812) #425chat
  • brandonvilla55 Jan 25 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Brandon Villarreal, DC and OLBs coach at McKinney North HS #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS, @MyGAOnline
  • CoachPCotter Jan 25 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Patrick Cotter, HC/DC Fairbanks H.S., Milford Center, OH #425chat
  • FalconCoach63 Jan 25 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Mike Feigel Perry Meridian HS Indianapolis LBs #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS, @MyGAOnline
  • CoachKelleyAHS - Moderator Jan 25 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Don’t forget to use the hashtag #425chat coach
    In reply to @CoachWatson, @MyGAOnline
  • CoachKelleyAHS - Moderator Jan 25 @ 9:05 PM EST
    Don’t forget to use the hashtag #425chat coach
    In reply to @teshda, @MyGAOnline
  • CoachKelleyAHS - Moderator Jan 25 @ 9:05 PM EST
    Don’t forget to use the hashtag #425chat coach
    In reply to @Coach_JGill, @MyGAOnline
  • Coach_Blaize Jan 25 @ 9:05 PM EST
    Benny Blaize Terrell High School #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS, @MyGAOnline
  • Coach_ChrisMoss Jan 25 @ 9:05 PM EST
    Chris Moss, Dbs, Nettleton HS, Jonesboro AR #425chat
  • Coach_JGill Jan 25 @ 9:05 PM EST
    #425chat I know. Rookie move.
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS, @MyGAOnline
  • CoachSelfridge Jan 25 @ 9:06 PM EST
    Casey Selfridge - HC at the Greenhill School in Addison,Texas #425chat
  • CoachBradShea Jan 25 @ 9:06 PM EST
    Brad Shea DL Skyline HS in Dallas #425chat
  • teshda Jan 25 @ 9:07 PM EST
    Alex Tesh dc North Davidson #425Chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS, @MyGAOnline
  • CoachKelleyAHS - Moderator Jan 25 @ 9:07 PM EST
    Follow your coaches and Q1 will be posted in 3 minutes #425chat
  • Tpeck2 Jan 25 @ 9:07 PM EST
    Tom Peck DB/WR/TE/STC #TeamFreeAgent #425chat
  • CoachCCase Jan 25 @ 9:07 PM EST
    Cody Case, D-line Coach at East Hall High School in Gainesville, GA #425chat
  • CoachKelleyAHS - Moderator Jan 25 @ 9:08 PM EST
    As usual, we will use the Q1/A1 format. Be sure to use the tag #425chat in all tweets. Follow each other and ask follow up questions as you wish! Let's have a good one tonight.
  • coachking85 Jan 25 @ 9:08 PM EST
    Cody king DBs coach at Corsicana, TX #425chat
  • CoachKelleyAHS - Moderator Jan 25 @ 9:08 PM EST
    Welcome coach! #425chat
    In reply to @CoachSelfridge
  • CoachKelleyAHS - Moderator Jan 25 @ 9:09 PM EST
    Q1: How many coaches utilize a divorced strength call with your fronts and the 5 DBs in the back end? Why do you believe in how you do it? This will lead into our split field coverage questions #425chat
  • CoachPMA Jan 25 @ 9:10 PM EST
    Please tune in right now for the #8manFBChat And of course make sure to join these great chats... #HogFbChat #swarmfbchat #425chat #specialteamschat #TXHSFBCHAT #flexbonehschat #flhsfbchat #dinosaurfbchat Keep spreading the word! #WildBunchChat #ThankYou
    • CoachPMA Jan 25 @ 9:08 PM EST
      That does it for this weeks special teams #WildBunchChat as we go on I would like to get in 8-10 questions each night. Thank you SO much to the coaches that gave input! Will get more in depth each week, right now just getting into philosophies and ideas. #WildBunchChat
  • JakChowder Jan 25 @ 9:10 PM EST
    Logan Jakubajtys Secondary Coach Palo Verde Magnet HS Tucson, AZ #425chat
  • CoachSelfridge Jan 25 @ 9:10 PM EST
    #425Chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • CoachKelleyAHS - Moderator Jan 25 @ 9:11 PM EST
    Be sure to use the hashtag #425chat coach
    In reply to @LYaoTheTruth, @MyGAOnline
  • Coach_DeVellis Jan 25 @ 9:11 PM EST
    Joe DeVellis DC westhill high school Stamford CT! #425chat
  • LYaoTheTruth Jan 25 @ 9:11 PM EST
    My bad. #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS, @MyGAOnline
  • Jcrouch17 Jan 25 @ 9:11 PM EST
    Only time we will do it is if we get a Quads look. Trips and Back off set to the trips. We’ll set the strength away from the back on the DL and secondary to the formation strength. Mainly for our CV 3 and RPO rules. #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • coachjsam Jan 25 @ 9:11 PM EST
    Joseph Sam DC/LBs at Mansfield Legacy HS #425chat
  • CoachKelleyAHS - Moderator Jan 25 @ 9:11 PM EST
    Question number 1 is posted y’all! #425Chat
  • stoptherun425 Jan 25 @ 9:12 PM EST
    A1) We line up our back 7 and DE based on field. Our front call will align the 1 and 3. #425chat
  • CoachKelleyAHS - Moderator Jan 25 @ 9:12 PM EST
    Welcome coach! #425chat
    In reply to @coachjsam
  • FootballXandOs Jan 25 @ 9:12 PM EST
    Dan Paplaczyk Bringing a 3-3 and 46 perspective to the #425chat
  • Coach_JGill Jan 25 @ 9:13 PM EST
    We do it a couple different ways. We want to be able to set our leverage player (*) however want. Could be with the run front, field, best WR, etc. Believe it gives us best chance to align our players for success. Added flexibility in game-planning is also a plus. #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • CoachKelleyAHS - Moderator Jan 25 @ 9:13 PM EST
    #425chat
    In reply to @teshda
  • CoachCCase Jan 25 @ 9:13 PM EST
    I would love to implement it for this season, especially with the amount of spread teams we play. I think we can be better prepared with a divorced front & back end. #425chat
  • CoachPCotter Jan 25 @ 9:13 PM EST
    Our strength calls up front mean nothing to our back field, our strength calls deal with the run game, our DBs will adjust depending on formation split coverage or not #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • SSHS_CoachCoons Jan 25 @ 9:13 PM EST
    Jon Coons LB Coach Defensive Coordinator Saratoga Springs High School Saratoga Springs NY #425chat
  • CoachZackMcGee Jan 25 @ 9:14 PM EST
    A1: we are divorced. It is flexible especially if we see tight end sets. Set the 3 tech where we want and set the pass strength where we want. #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • FootballXandOs Jan 25 @ 9:14 PM EST
    A1) This is how we do it. We feel that is what makes this style of defense (adjusted to our 3-3} special. Running strength is one thing, passing strength is another. #425chat
  • CODY_GARDNER Jan 25 @ 9:14 PM EST
    Cody Gardner DC/Fat Ass/Blowhard #425chat
  • CoachCCase Jan 25 @ 9:14 PM EST
    A1 👆🏼👆🏼 #425chat
  • greek42e Jan 25 @ 9:14 PM EST
    We do because split field works best when u have more back defenders defending the wide field. The front 3 tech to boundary allows boundary safety to fit cobra(counter boot reverse) in run game, allowing 6 +1 to field. #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • FalconCoach63 Jan 25 @ 9:14 PM EST
    A:1 We use divorced front from secondary. Allows us to play multiple coverages regardless of personnel/formation. Also does and not allow offenses to manuipulate us as much. Most importantly, it simplifies it for the kids. #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • CoachBradShea Jan 25 @ 9:15 PM EST
    A1: have done it multiple ways based off what type of kids we have that yr. have called a front & passing strength different, called strength to multiple WR or TE, & strength to the wide side. Each has advantages #425Chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • wilson2882 Jan 25 @ 9:15 PM EST
    A1: with split field coverage - it makes sense to divorce your front and secondary. Especially against trips and empty. Puta your guys in the best position to succeed #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • goebelrob Jan 25 @ 9:15 PM EST
    #425chat Rob Goebel HFC Fe Southwest
  • CoachKelleyAHS - Moderator Jan 25 @ 9:15 PM EST
    Great point on it allowing it to dictate how we play defense rather than how the offense lines up #425chat
    In reply to @FalconCoach63
  • goebelrob Jan 25 @ 9:16 PM EST
    #425chat FW Southwest
  • teshda Jan 25 @ 9:16 PM EST
    We call a run stength and a pass strength... my mike backer calls the run strength and the fs calls the passing strength and its predetermined my game planning.#425chat
  • greek42e Jan 25 @ 9:16 PM EST
    Of course the divorce is not exclusive ... meaning formation or personnel may mean we have front and coverage together #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • BarryHoover Jan 25 @ 9:16 PM EST
    A1) Barry Hoover DC Vernon HS, FL The beauty of the 4-2-5 is its versatility. We divorce the front and use split field coverages to take advantage of that. #425chat
  • rmacblue Jan 25 @ 9:16 PM EST
    Upset I’m missing #425chat - have to be at the airport in 6 hours 😳
  • Martidou14092 Jan 25 @ 9:17 PM EST
    Doug Martin, corners, Sacred Heart Griffin HS, Springfield IL #425chat
  • greek42e Jan 25 @ 9:17 PM EST
    More of a separation than full divorce lol. #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • CoachKelleyAHS - Moderator Jan 25 @ 9:17 PM EST
    Could you give us an example of them being connected coach? #425chat
    In reply to @greek42e
  • CoachBradShea Jan 25 @ 9:17 PM EST
    However, I prefer the strength call between front & back different. That way you have better cover guys covering the speed. #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • CoachCCase Jan 25 @ 9:17 PM EST
    A1: I think divorcing the front from the back end allows us to keep 6 in the box, forcing the pass read from any Spread/Air Raid OC worth his salt. #425chat
  • CoachKelleyAHS - Moderator Jan 25 @ 9:18 PM EST
    We can call it even lol. I missed #swarmfbchat with sick kids #425chat get some sleep!
    In reply to @rmacblue
  • BallCoachMiller Jan 25 @ 9:18 PM EST
    Simplifies for kids because back 5 don’t have to know as much about what front 6 are doing? #425Chat
    In reply to @FalconCoach63, @CoachKelleyAHS
  • CoachTew Jan 25 @ 9:18 PM EST
    A1: our ends have rules. Our tackle goes w 1st number and nose goes w 2nd call. So no strength call for front. Back end aligns to field and then adjusts based on formations. #425chat
  • FalconCoach63 Jan 25 @ 9:18 PM EST
    Exactly. And it makes game planning more efficient and puts offenses in a bind when scouting. Never know what we may or can do with the flexibility it allows. #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • Martidou14092 Jan 25 @ 9:19 PM EST
    A1 we are field/boundary but have tags to be multiple #425chat
  • CoachKelleyAHS - Moderator Jan 25 @ 9:19 PM EST
    Great points coaches! Question two coming up in one minute! #425chat
  • CoachKelleyAHS - Moderator Jan 25 @ 9:20 PM EST
    For your run strength or passing strength? #425chat
    In reply to @Martidou14092
  • CODY_GARDNER Jan 25 @ 9:20 PM EST
    A1) Yes we have a front and back call, and within the back call we can have a strong & away call. #425chat
  • CoachFonville Jan 25 @ 9:20 PM EST
    A1: front and back calls are not tied together unless in a certain front that only allows for a man or man free look. Allows me to play with coverages more if necessary. #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • yak1373 Jan 25 @ 9:21 PM EST
    Easiest is 21personnel pro, front set to the TE and secondary set to the 2 receiver side (TE&Z) #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS, @greek42e
  • CoachKelleyAHS - Moderator Jan 25 @ 9:21 PM EST
    Q2: If your strength calls are separate from your fronts, how do you dictate the passing strength? Field/Boundary or formation? Why? #425chat
  • CoachKelleyAHS - Moderator Jan 25 @ 9:22 PM EST
    Question 2 posted #425chat
    • CoachKelleyAHS - Moderator Jan 25 @ 9:21 PM EST
      Q2: If your strength calls are separate from your fronts, how do you dictate the passing strength? Field/Boundary or formation? Why? #425chat
  • FalconCoach63 Jan 25 @ 9:22 PM EST
    Yes. Multiple moving pieces that have one area of focus. The more simplified you can make it, the faster they play #425chat
    In reply to @BallCoachMiller, @CoachKelleyAHS
  • brandonvilla55 Jan 25 @ 9:24 PM EST
    A2) it’s dependent on tendencies with a lot of the team we play. More OC’s have gotten smarter with scripting to keep tendencies 50/50, but there are some F/B and formation tendencies we can get from each team. #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • vera_jr Jan 25 @ 9:24 PM EST
    Q2: Field to cover space, to the trips side to match numbers. Also gives us a force player to shorten the field and allow for a proper cover 2 to be played #425chat
  • CoachKelleyAHS - Moderator Jan 25 @ 9:24 PM EST
    #425chat
    In reply to @CoachThompson13
  • greek42e Jan 25 @ 9:24 PM EST
    If separate passing strength must always be set TO best recr. Take that guy away by placing your “extra” guy to him. Limits big play potential. Limits not eliminates. Make the o do something they don’t want #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • teshda Jan 25 @ 9:25 PM EST
    Formation, and personnel... if the other team as a stud receiver we want to get our best corner to matchup with him! I want my rover on the trips side.#425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • CoachKelleyAHS - Moderator Jan 25 @ 9:25 PM EST
    #425chat
    In reply to @Martidou14092
  • CoachPCotter Jan 25 @ 9:25 PM EST
    A2: we do not dictate strength in our backfield, we can slide/stretch/buzz to trips and we will High/Low single receivers or go one on one on the backside, our kids know weak and strong responsibilities so they can be interchangeable #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • stoptherun425 Jan 25 @ 9:25 PM EST
    A2) We are 100% field based. If we get fsl 2x1 or 3x1 field triangle will adjust. #425chat
  • CODY_GARDNER Jan 25 @ 9:25 PM EST
    A2) We have our call side and away side, FS makes the passing strength call, WS makes the away side call. If call side is into boundary we can play it straight or we a couple specific FIB checks. #425chat
  • FalconCoach63 Jan 25 @ 9:26 PM EST
    A2: We call it based off the passing strength(number of WRs). If 2x2, RB is the tie breaker. If Pistol, dealers choice or to the field. #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • PureSportsTX Jan 25 @ 9:26 PM EST
    Mainly to the field #425chat. I want to protect the field with the strength of my defense and in the boundry use the sideline and area as extra defender. ..
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • Coach_JGill Jan 25 @ 9:26 PM EST
    Base rule = * to the field. Most bodies defending the most grass. 2x2 = 1. To the field, 2. To the back, 3. Left, 4. Game Plan Specific (Sprint out tendency, prefer their sideline, big FIB team, etc.) #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • greek42e Jan 25 @ 9:26 PM EST
    The o always has a guy that want with the ball, always someone we as a D want to take away. Set the passing strength to him. Why not ? #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • CoachFonville Jan 25 @ 9:26 PM EST
    A2: if everything is even then field will dictate it unless we see on film they use the back to dictate passing or direction of running. Those will dictate where we put our guys #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • wilson2882 Jan 25 @ 9:26 PM EST
    A2: we are usually field/boundary with the secondary but have switched it up bc if game planning occasionally. #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • CoachCCase Jan 25 @ 9:27 PM EST
    A2: Strength to multiple receiver side unless balanced, then the field. You'll always be even to the strong side, and unless it's empty have advantage on the weakside. #425chat
  • NineintheBox Jan 25 @ 9:27 PM EST
    A2: passing strength is 99% to the field. Unless there is a glaring tendency that demands it be changed. #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • CoachBradShea Jan 25 @ 9:27 PM EST
    A2: just all depends on the tendencies that we get from the Off we are playing. Base rules 1) balanced speed, call pass strength to QB arm/wide side, 2) multiple speed call pass strength to that #425chat
  • CODY_GARDNER Jan 25 @ 9:27 PM EST
    A2)Cont’ Passing strength is set by the threat. 2 detached is more of a threat than TE & Wing. Trips over the single WR. #425chat
  • CoachKelleyAHS - Moderator Jan 25 @ 9:28 PM EST
    #425chat
    In reply to @Coach_Jay53
  • Martidou14092 Jan 25 @ 9:28 PM EST
    Field/boundary. Player specific strengths/weaknesses. FS is the adjuster. #425chat
  • CoachKelleyAHS - Moderator Jan 25 @ 9:28 PM EST
    #425chat
    In reply to @Coach_DeVellis
  • CoachSimard Jan 25 @ 9:28 PM EST
    A2: Field if balanced, otherwise formation (based on tendencies). Play to cover numbers in space #425chat
  • coachking85 Jan 25 @ 9:28 PM EST
    A2) you can use both F/B and formation when dictating strength for the back end! Look at tendencies when offense is leveled up 2x2 #425chat
  • Coach_DeVellis Jan 25 @ 9:28 PM EST
    Extended receivers > eligible receivers > best receivers>field...trips to boundary three is for a whirl...like formation vs field bc teams can run almost anything from anywhere #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS, @Coach_Jay53
  • LYaoTheTruth Jan 25 @ 9:29 PM EST
    Liam Yao. Freshman Football Coach. Hayfield Secondary, Alexandria VA #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS, @MyGAOnline
  • NineintheBox Jan 25 @ 9:29 PM EST
    A1: strength calls are separate, however certain coverages need more protection from the 3 tech than others. #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • CoachKelleyAHS - Moderator Jan 25 @ 9:29 PM EST
    Dang, some reall good stuff from that question! Make sure you’re taking notes! Q3 coming up in minutes #425chat
  • CODY_GARDNER Jan 25 @ 9:29 PM EST
    We teach coverage by what we like vs. 1, 2, or 3 WR sets and then which of those variables puts us at a disadvantage and what to check to.......#425chat
  • greek42e Jan 25 @ 9:29 PM EST
    We used to be 100% field based however I was getting killed with short game to boundary and post to boundary. #425chat
    In reply to @stoptherun425
  • CoachCCase Jan 25 @ 9:30 PM EST
    A2 cont: That being said, I'm a fan of setting front strength to field. That way, you're able to get your most athletic LB to cover the wide side, since I need my LBs to be sideline to sideline players. #425chat
  • mikestauffer Jan 25 @ 9:30 PM EST
    Late (my turn to burn dinner)... Mike Stauffer, Arrowhead Christian, SoCal #425chat
  • CoachKelleyAHS - Moderator Jan 25 @ 9:31 PM EST
    Q3: What are your calls to your read side? And away side? What coverage calls do you favor and why? #425 #425chat
  • The_Coach_A Jan 25 @ 9:31 PM EST
    Always set the Ni to the field, even vs FIB. Also carry a Fld & Bnd CB & Saf. This alleviates any issues w/ alignment (especially vs tempo). The only thing that needs to be said is the Mike needs to set the front (R/L) & Saf's call the coverage. #425chat
    • CoachKelleyAHS - Moderator Jan 25 @ 9:21 PM EST
      Q2: If your strength calls are separate from your fronts, how do you dictate the passing strength? Field/Boundary or formation? Why? #425chat
  • CoachZackMcGee Jan 25 @ 9:31 PM EST
    #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • CoachKelleyAHS - Moderator Jan 25 @ 9:31 PM EST
    #425chat
    In reply to @CoachZackMcGee
  • CoachKelleyAHS - Moderator Jan 25 @ 9:31 PM EST
    #425chat
    In reply to @LYaoTheTruth
  • CoachJoeJones34 Jan 25 @ 9:32 PM EST
    We dictate receivers from outside in and call the secondary strength according to number of receivers and formations. We also can go game to game with different plans. Maybe according to best receiver. #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • FairclothThomas Jan 25 @ 9:32 PM EST
    Formation first - I want the fs on the side with the most passing threats, if balanced, tend to go to field as default to have extra defender where there is more "space"; week to week, look at their tendacies for those formations and use that as the basis for the call #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • CoachKelleyAHS - Moderator Jan 25 @ 9:32 PM EST
    #425chat
    In reply to @M_CoachK, @CoachPCotter
  • Martidou14092 Jan 25 @ 9:32 PM EST
    A2 also that way vs tempo teams we can just line up and dont have to wait to see formation #425chat
  • CODY_GARDNER Jan 25 @ 9:33 PM EST
    All that TCU getting in your head “Read” side......#2read #425chat
  • The_Coach_A Jan 25 @ 9:33 PM EST
    Divorced in the sense that the Ni doesn't always go to the front Str-goes to the field. Str call is based on formation adjustments & can be week to week depending on game plan. Change of strength motion? Only people that need to move are the int DL. LBs pull the chain. #425chat
    • CoachKelleyAHS - Moderator Jan 25 @ 9:09 PM EST
      Q1: How many coaches utilize a divorced strength call with your fronts and the 5 DBs in the back end? Why do you believe in how you do it? This will lead into our split field coverage questions #425chat
  • CoachKelleyAHS - Moderator Jan 25 @ 9:34 PM EST
    A3: vs 2 WR Read Side- Robber,0,Palms,man free. Vs 1 WR away side- Sky,cloud,2 and 2 man #425chat
  • CoachPCotter Jan 25 @ 9:34 PM EST
    A3: we prefer a “match” coverage, it allows us to be in C2 or C4 based off reads and routes run by offense.. also allows aggressive run play with our safeties, but will use base C4 and C3 with heavy run teams #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • CoachKelleyAHS - Moderator Jan 25 @ 9:34 PM EST
    #425chat
    In reply to @LYaoTheTruth
  • stoptherun425 Jan 25 @ 9:34 PM EST
    A3) Read side: 2 read to 2 skinny, stubbie to 3 skinny, robber to te/fl, BS poach 3 big skill. Auto in base. #425chat
  • Martidou14092 Jan 25 @ 9:34 PM EST
    A3 big 4 check or robber check and play some tcu special and trap against 3x1 #425chat
  • NineintheBox Jan 25 @ 9:35 PM EST
    A3: read 2 quarters is day 1. Gets 9 in the box and adjusts to every formation. It is our go to into the boundary, weak overhang has freedom to pinch end in b gap if he is +ed out to far. #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • FootballXandOs Jan 25 @ 9:35 PM EST
    A3) Quarters based, will run a ton of fire zone. After some chats on Twitter, going to look into installing some 2 Read along with Quarters. #425chat
  • FalconCoach63 Jan 25 @ 9:35 PM EST
    We are a base quarters team. We will read both sides of the coverage. The changes generally come with Trips/Trey and how we play and who we read. We will our DBs the choice to communicate and call man Pre-snap if they want(game plan adjustment). #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • CoachKelleyAHS - Moderator Jan 25 @ 9:35 PM EST
    Lol I know man! It has consumed me! #425chat
    In reply to @CODY_GARDNER
  • CoachBradShea Jan 25 @ 9:35 PM EST
    A3: usually like playing a 42 concept. 4 to the str side & 2 read/Cloud/Sky to the wk side. 3x1, 3x2, & 4x1 have their specific coverages. Let the b/s safety call the 2 variation because it’s hard to get a tendency off a kid. Also, based on breakdown. #425chat
  • LYaoTheTruth Jan 25 @ 9:36 PM EST
    Plus passing strength is usually to the field and kids can line up right after the previous play is over. #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • CoachFonville Jan 25 @ 9:36 PM EST
    A4: we were cover 3, man, or 2 read a lot this year due to our athletes. If we could I wanted to go more combo coverages but we just weren't there yet. #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • Martidou14092 Jan 25 @ 9:36 PM EST
    A3 also field rotation vs 3x1 back strong against rpo teams #425chat
  • CoachPMA Jan 25 @ 9:36 PM EST
    Phil Archuleta Saint Pius the X High Albuquerque, New Mexico #425chat
  • CODY_GARDNER Jan 25 @ 9:36 PM EST
    A3)They have a menu they can call whatever coverage the feel best suits what they are seeing. I can lock a call but rarely do. We teach calls based on 1,2,3 WR, we do use different words for the read side and away side. Don’t want the away corner hearing the FS check #425chat
  • greek42e Jan 25 @ 9:36 PM EST
    Lol.Yes I got too caught in doing read ALL the time. It’s a great foundation however different pers/formations take u out of itRead side can be palms, robber, any 3/1 spy. Away play man if u gotstud. Don’t play read exclusively. Teach it rep it first then go basic #425chat
    In reply to @CODY_GARDNER
  • CoachZackMcGee Jan 25 @ 9:37 PM EST
    A3: we are a palms/2 read to 2 removed. Quarters to TE and flanker. Mini to trips. On away side corner is Man on single. Weak Safety is what we call Hawk Player. Force weak side run. In pass be a ball hawk off intentions of QB or game plan rob somebody. #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • The_Coach_A Jan 25 @ 9:37 PM EST
    I write about this in my book (& it's all over my site) - you have to protect your cover down vs #RPO teams. Full cover down allows you to eliminate quick throws & you can dictate who gets the ball w/ line movement. Coverages are based on D&D & split rules. #425chat
  • The_Coach_A Jan 25 @ 9:37 PM EST
    Here's the link to my book: https://t.co/G45iMf4PnN #425chat | #ArtofX
  • CoachCCase Jan 25 @ 9:37 PM EST
    A3: Read side - 2 read, cover 3, cover 6, 2 read (special) to trips. Away side: man 1, sky, cloud, sky w/ CB blitz (and visa-versa) on the boundary. #425chat
  • wilson2882 Jan 25 @ 9:38 PM EST
    A3: we play split...against 2 x 2 have 3 over 2 in sky coverage (read 4) to the field and playing cloud (read 2) into the boundary. This allows us to stay two high and cover down the slot to the field. #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • The_Coach_A Jan 25 @ 9:38 PM EST
    Sky is a better base as long as you utilize full cover downs. #425chat
    • greek42e Jan 25 @ 9:36 PM EST
      Lol.Yes I got too caught in doing read ALL the time. It’s a great foundation however different pers/formations take u out of itRead side can be palms, robber, any 3/1 spy. Away play man if u gotstud. Don’t play read exclusively. Teach it rep it first then go basic #425chat
      In reply to @CODY_GARDNER
  • CoachPMA Jan 25 @ 9:38 PM EST
    How I feel looking at all the good chats going on rn... #WildBunchChat #425chat #8ManFBChat
  • Coach_JGill Jan 25 @ 9:38 PM EST
    2x2 Split Field Calls: Read side: 5 (Robber), 4 (1/4s), 0 (Gator) Away Side: Bronco (Palms), Buc (Tampa) Blue (2 man). All "B" calls for Boundary Coverage. Prefer Robber so * is Outsode Leverage/Force and FS is Inside Leverage of #2/Alley. #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • Coach_Blaize Jan 25 @ 9:39 PM EST
    How close will you let your safeties play to the LOS? #425chat
    In reply to @CoachPCotter, @CoachKelleyAHS
  • perryt33 Jan 25 @ 9:39 PM EST
    Match coverage gives you the best of both worlds in that you close passing windows but can build a better wall 2 perimeter runs & @TCUCoachP has been great 2 is w/trips or motion adjustments 2 keep the integrity of the match in tact. #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS, @TCUCoachP
  • BallCoachMiller Jan 25 @ 9:40 PM EST
    @CoachKelleyAHS Coach, just getting into this defense...do you use a SS and WS who switch or a RS and LS who don’t? I’ve seen designs with both, wondering what you recommend. Or just depends on kids? #425Chat
  • CoachCCase Jan 25 @ 9:40 PM EST
    A3 cont: And my favorite defensive call period to both sides - Man Free w/ a Double A-gap blitz tagged (Double Barrel). #425chat
  • The_Coach_A Jan 25 @ 9:40 PM EST
    No. Teams won't live in FIB. Only time the Ni is asked to be the Mike is in 3x1. Dedicated a whole chapter in my book to FIB. #425chat | #ArtofX -- https://t.co/G45iMf4PnN
    • CoachBolland Jan 25 @ 9:34 PM EST
      You *never* set your Ni to boundary?
      In reply to @The_Coach_A
  • LYaoTheTruth Jan 25 @ 9:40 PM EST
    However, when playing an unbalanced single wing team, the strength was always to the formation with the front and the back #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • greek42e Jan 25 @ 9:41 PM EST
    Yes however I ve found teaching the harder of the two and repping it first is the way to go. So have read as base however it may not be what we do the most #425chat
    In reply to @CODY_GARDNER
  • FairclothThomas Jan 25 @ 9:41 PM EST
    A3: played a 2 read concepts mostly, trips - play man one reciver (usually their main bubble or screen guy) and 2 read the other receivers - helps with screens and has you covered for 3 verts #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • stoptherun425 Jan 25 @ 9:41 PM EST
    A3) gotten away from cover 3 because it changes lb fits and puts seam players in conflict. #425chat
  • The_Coach_A Jan 25 @ 9:41 PM EST
    Motion screws you too! #425chat
    • The_LB_Coach Jan 25 @ 9:37 PM EST
      I didn’t for 8 years!! Master Check FIB. This year I ran a call that Ni went to passing strength no matter but can put you in a bind if not in true split and S can put you in a good situation to field
      In reply to @The_Coach_A
  • CoachKelleyAHS - Moderator Jan 25 @ 9:41 PM EST
    Depends on kids, I would love to have right and left Safeties, but I have a SS that’s a true OLB type that I don’t want back see playing 2 read... #425chat
    In reply to @BallCoachMiller
  • CoachKelleyAHS - Moderator Jan 25 @ 9:41 PM EST
    #425chat
    In reply to @KidCoolBreeze49, @Coach_Jay53
  • CoachPCotter Jan 25 @ 9:41 PM EST
    In Camp we star them at 10 and progressively move them to 8, our conference is heavy run and our safeties at will act as screaming LBs #425chat
    In reply to @Coach_Blaize, @CoachKelleyAHS
  • The_Coach_A Jan 25 @ 9:42 PM EST
    It's the only time he's the Mike. Teams won't live in 3x1 FIB. Can use line movement & other things to help him out. #425chat
    In reply to @Coach_ChrisMoss
  • mikestauffer Jan 25 @ 9:43 PM EST
    👍🏻 #425chat
    • CoachCCase Jan 25 @ 9:37 PM EST
      A3: Read side - 2 read, cover 3, cover 6, 2 read (special) to trips. Away side: man 1, sky, cloud, sky w/ CB blitz (and visa-versa) on the boundary. #425chat
  • perryt33 Jan 25 @ 9:43 PM EST
    Cody, I agree to build a menu off the match concepts; you don’t want to be rigid w/match against TE/wg (we zone it) or wide FLK set where the TE is getting banged on & hard 2 read. We do the same. #425chat
    In reply to @CODY_GARDNER
  • CoachCCase Jan 25 @ 9:43 PM EST
    A3 cont: How could I forget quarters coverage also?! #425chat
  • CoachKelleyAHS - Moderator Jan 25 @ 9:43 PM EST
    Q4: How do you signal in your split coverages? Does one Coach call the whole defense or split front and back? Why? #425chat
  • The_Coach_A Jan 25 @ 9:44 PM EST
    FIB = DFO (Don't freak out!). The offense is limiting their own options. Stay even & don't get out leveraged! #425chat
    • The_LB_Coach Jan 25 @ 9:42 PM EST
      True story!!! Only have one master check to FIB and Mo away if Ni is set to field
      In reply to @The_Coach_A
  • CoachPCotter Jan 25 @ 9:45 PM EST
    I LOVE MATCH COVERAGE #425chat
  • greek42e Jan 25 @ 9:45 PM EST
    One coach. Too much confusion to split. #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • Martidou14092 Jan 25 @ 9:46 PM EST
    A4 90% of the time kids call the coverage based on game plan/formation/blitz/d&d. Dont have time when u r getting tempo. #425chat
  • The_Coach_A Jan 25 @ 9:46 PM EST
    Let the kids call it based on D&D or split rules (tight split/stack = auto Read). This allows both sides to get what they need, but can give a coverage check if I feel we need one. This way the DC signals in the call. One voice. Eyes on one guy. #425chat
  • Coach_DeVellis Jan 25 @ 9:46 PM EST
    Will do 1 of two things: give a sign for ‘combo’ and they will know that means one side is in one coverage and on is in another (determined during week) or I will signal in both (above waist/below waist) #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • CoachKelleyAHS - Moderator Jan 25 @ 9:46 PM EST
    #425chat
    In reply to @wilson2882
  • Martidou14092 Jan 25 @ 9:46 PM EST
    A4: fs calls field, ws calls boundary #425chat
  • FairclothThomas Jan 25 @ 9:46 PM EST
    A4: always let the FS call it in his side and the WS on his side. Gave the wrist bands that had the "options" per formation. We might tell them in between series to give them a specific look in the next series but always let them call it #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • Txmike10 Jan 25 @ 9:47 PM EST
    Passing strength to formation, you can always roll or combo best wr in any position, with so many teams running to field I set front to the field #425Chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • BallCoachMiller Jan 25 @ 9:47 PM EST
    Makes sense...feel like R/L is advantage for D to disguise even more but also big onus on kids to be able to basically learn 2 spots. Thanks. #425Chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • Coach_JGill Jan 25 @ 9:47 PM EST
    We will have our DL coach signal for the box guys and C's coach signal for non-box players. Everyone gets pressure calls/tempo calls. #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • stoptherun425 Jan 25 @ 9:47 PM EST
    A4) in base, everything is autocheck. We use one signaler. If we go with a cover 3 changeup, fire zone or void zone, coverage is built into call. Keep as many same as teaches. #425chat
  • teshda Jan 25 @ 9:47 PM EST
    I call both, most of the time the cov is check with me and when the offense lines up I’ll call the cov and when the qb looks over to get the call from their oc we may change too all based on film study. #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • CoachFonville Jan 25 @ 9:47 PM EST
    A4: much of what we do is formation checks. If something particular is needed I will signal it in to the free. He will then relay it. Signals....usually turns into me yelling it! #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • FalconCoach63 Jan 25 @ 9:47 PM EST
    A:4 We use hand signals and cards. We have one signaler who sends in all calls. Calls are simple and It keeps kids focused on one person all the time. #425Chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • yak1373 Jan 25 @ 9:48 PM EST
    I tell my FS he is always inside of 10yds play comfortable , WS may creep down as low as 6 yds. Depending D/D Both are strong run supporters. #425chat
    In reply to @Coach_Blaize, @CoachPCotter, @CoachKelleyAHS
  • CoachPCotter Jan 25 @ 9:48 PM EST
    A4: I will signal in the entire defense, but my DB coach stands about 5-10 yard up field and will mimic the coverage call to the DBs, if it is something specific such as a CB blitz he will also signal, DB coach only gives info specific to the backfield #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • CoachBradShea Jan 25 @ 9:48 PM EST
    A4: 1 coach. cuts down confusion. Usually have a 1 visual signal from the sideline that takes care of it all. Verbal signal can be grouped, ex: car manufacturers for 42 - dodge, Chevy, etc... #425chat
  • FairclothThomas Jan 25 @ 9:48 PM EST
    Gives them flexibility on formations and shifts #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • The_Coach_A Jan 25 @ 9:48 PM EST
    Only time Ni is the Mike is vs 10p Trips Op. Power teams make him the Will w/ a TE. Through gap exchange you can keep him outside. Even vs a Pwr/Ctr he's not asked to take on that much. Wk CTR = spilled to him/ Pwr he has cutback (inside shoulder of G). #425chat
    • CoachBolland Jan 25 @ 9:45 PM EST
      Spread teams don't. Power Run teams may.
      In reply to @The_Coach_A
  • brandonvilla55 Jan 25 @ 9:49 PM EST
    A4) one coach signals front, one for the entire secondary. This creates less confusion but still disguised who is making calls to either end. #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • perryt33 Jan 25 @ 9:49 PM EST
    A)4 We have one coach signaling across the board for 2 reasons: 1)we feel like it’s easiest for the DC 2 marry his blitz package 2 coverages & 2)we have so much safety accountability built into match concepts that they can “make us right”. #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • CoachPCotter Jan 25 @ 9:50 PM EST
    Agree Coach, we have some aggressive kids that want to play at 6yds, we will let them as long as they are on point with read and aggressiveness #425chat
    In reply to @yak1373, @Coach_Blaize, @CoachKelleyAHS
  • CoachZackMcGee Jan 25 @ 9:50 PM EST
    A4: I call the whole thing. I hold up a fist. That means base. Mike sets front with base rules. FS sets passing strength. FS looks at his picture and calls coverage. WS looks at his picture and calls coverage. Stunts go before fist. Cov tag after fist. #425chat ✊🏼
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • CODY_GARDNER Jan 25 @ 9:50 PM EST
    A4)Out read side and away side have differentnames for the same coverage. 2read: Read=Blue Away=2 Same call but if I want 1/4 1/4 1/3, Blue -4 Of course it all can be checked. #425chat
  • NineintheBox Jan 25 @ 9:50 PM EST
    A4: first number is passing strength call, second number is weak side. All calls are based on 2 by sets, which account for 70% of alignments over the season. 3 by and empty adjustments are based on passing strength call. #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • Coach_Blaize Jan 25 @ 9:50 PM EST
    It’s a game plan thing on what the safeties call the SS is responsible for the field FS responsible for the Boundary!! But if the FS calls Cov.1 then the SS has to go with it! #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • The_Coach_A Jan 25 @ 9:50 PM EST
    It's not that hard if you Fld/Bnd the personnel. Offensive formations are just numbers: 2x1, 3x1, 2x2... In Quarters the CBs have #1, OLBs/Saf's have #2, & Mike has #3. You can line up to anything. Just have rules for TE & H. Set the front & play. #425chat
    • vera_jr Jan 25 @ 9:48 PM EST
      Must be nice to have kids smart enough for that
      In reply to @The_Coach_A
  • CoachKelleyAHS - Moderator Jan 25 @ 9:51 PM EST
    Q5: What situations do you feel that split coverage has it largest advantage against the across the board coverage? #425chat
  • CoachCCase Jan 25 @ 9:51 PM EST
    A4: If the Defense is divorced, then I'd (if it were up to me) want my an LB or DL coach calling the front. On the back end (thanks to some sage wisdom yesterday) the DC/secondary coach would call the read side pre-huddle, and away side pre-snap. #425chat
  • CoachKelleyAHS - Moderator Jan 25 @ 9:51 PM EST
    Question 5 is posted. Great responses tonight! #425chat
  • Coach_JGill Jan 25 @ 9:51 PM EST
    #425Chat If we get tempo we all signal everything as I'm screaming the call followed by something like
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • perryt33 Jan 25 @ 9:52 PM EST
    Tempo offense has really called for this regardless of opinion. Kids love ownership & we spend a ton of time explaining the “why” behind the ✔️. It gives them confidence to go make plays when they know why they are running a certain coverage/✔️ #425chat
    In reply to @CODY_GARDNER
  • Coach_JGill Jan 25 @ 9:53 PM EST
    Im on the field. I will signal as well if needed but I prefer to have other guys do it so I can read calls & use our game plan notes, landmarks, sub packages, etc. #425chat
    In reply to @vera_jr, @CoachKelleyAHS
  • greek42e Jan 25 @ 9:53 PM EST
    To me the best reason to run split field is for the teaching aspect. It gives the kids specific and exclusive reads. They know they’re job is important AND dependent on others. Increases football IQ. I learned so much from teaching it. #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • Martidou14092 Jan 25 @ 9:53 PM EST
    A5: as an off guy 1st thing i look at is how a d defends formations. Split cov give u more permutations/ looks which equates to uncertainty on offense #425chat
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  • Txmike10 Jan 25 @ 9:54 PM EST
    Cov 2 read base and expand from there with press, roll, invert,combo and disguise cov. but trying to limit offenses strength with our game plan #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • NineintheBox Jan 25 @ 9:54 PM EST
    A5: ball on the hash vs balanced sets. Reduced space allows for more coverage opportunities that are difficult to the field. #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • teshda Jan 25 @ 9:54 PM EST
    When you need a change up on a 3rd and long or 2 down. So you can try and confuse the qb and create a turnover. #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • CoachPCotter Jan 25 @ 9:55 PM EST
    A5: I love split coverage vs RPO teams, especially if their pass option is to the field, it will be a quick pass and having a CB sit in the flat is always benifical and allows the hang backer to be aggressive for the run #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • perryt33 Jan 25 @ 9:55 PM EST
    A5)The obvious (& correct) answer is formation adjustment but the sneaky good reason is tendency recognition. The WS in the 425 gives you so much freedom depending on formation (ie: single WR: he can poach, bracket, roll down, or play over the top)-tendency assigns him. #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • LYaoTheTruth Jan 25 @ 9:55 PM EST
    A3. To the passing strength, we always played robber to keep it simple and most plays whether run or pass go there and it allowed back end to play downhill. On the away side, we played man if ball was in between goalposts, cover 2, if outside. #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • The_Coach_A Jan 25 @ 9:55 PM EST
    It allows you to look complex w/o overloading your kids. By staying split-field you can manipulate one side, but leave the other alone. In a 5 man pressure you can play games w/ the blitz side w/o spinning. Like it vs #AirRaid because you can naturally rob over routes. #425chat
  • CoachCCase Jan 25 @ 9:55 PM EST
    2x2 is FS, 3x1 is WS. Must make that distinction pre-snap, because alignments will have to be adjusted depending on how the offense uses the RB in the passing game. #425chat
    In reply to @CoachJohnson50
  • Coach_JGill Jan 25 @ 9:57 PM EST
    Think it gives a defense options. We usually will make ours based on opponent tendencies, splits, concepts, etc. "If/Then" style. Think it gives coaches and players options and can minimize times where an O knows they can put you in a box. #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • wilson2882 Jan 25 @ 9:57 PM EST
    Q5: love it against spread teams and will stick with it for 5 man pressures. Will start to play man & spin the safeties for 6/7 man pressures. #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • stoptherun425 Jan 25 @ 9:57 PM EST
    A5) split coverage let's our kids line up fast and play fast. It also shrinks their worlds by only having to see half the picture. #425chat
  • The_Coach_A Jan 25 @ 9:57 PM EST
    He always matches/pushes w/ #3. Everything from alignment to strength calls helps create max cover downs. He has to in Read or Quarters, even single-high. By using gap exchange & structure he can relate. #425chat
    • BillLiedy Jan 25 @ 9:52 PM EST
      As an OC, against this type of defense, everything for me would be predicated on your Mike, his alignment, and how he matches 3.
      In reply to @The_Coach_A
  • CODY_GARDNER Jan 25 @ 9:58 PM EST
    A5) 425 is not asymmetrical and whole field is not. So square peg round hold, no thanks. #425chat
  • CoachZackMcGee Jan 25 @ 9:58 PM EST
    A5: split field allows you to be flexible. Especially to single on the weak side. My WS might be down in the box force flat like c3. might double 1. Could poach 3. He may blitz edge. He might man 1 so corner can blitz. He might be post help deep middle. #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • Coach_JGill Jan 25 @ 9:59 PM EST
    We did not set him to the boundary 1 time this year. Always left him to the field and adjusted the coverage. #425chat
    In reply to @CoachBolland, @The_Coach_A
  • CoachBradShea Jan 25 @ 9:59 PM EST
    A5: I feel they r good m any situation. Split coverages gives u the ability 2 disguise what you r doing. Makes Offense have 2 start guessing. IMO split cov = Defenses RPO. #425chat