#swarmfbchat Archive

The ONLY defensive-themed chat on Twitter! Talking all things Defense and Game Planning. Tuesdays at 9pm EST.
Tuesday December 20, 2016
9:00 PM EST
  • rmacblue - Moderator Dec 20 @ 9:00 PM EST
    Welcome Fellow Coaches to the Tuesday Night #swarmfbchat powered by @JustPlaySS Tonight we talk about Scouting & Film Breakdown.
    In reply to @JustPlaySS
  • rmacblue - Moderator Dec 20 @ 9:00 PM EST
    Hopefully we get a full crowd in here as we approach the break for many of us. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachEddieYoung Dec 20 @ 9:01 PM EST
    Eddie Young HC Lajeunesse HS Windsor ON #swarmfbchat
  • rmacblue - Moderator Dec 20 @ 9:01 PM EST
    As usual, we will begin with Introductions! Make sure to follow, like, and retweet for max exposure! #swarmfbchat
  • CoachBehnfeldt Dec 20 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Brandon Behnfeldt Delphos Jefferson HS, OH #swarmfbchat
  • CoachCurran42 Dec 20 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Bobby Curran. Defensive Coordinator. Loyola Blakefield. Towson, MD #swarmfbchat
  • CODY_GARDNER Dec 20 @ 9:02 PM EST
    My guy Eddie! #swarmfbchat
  • CoachHag1 Dec 20 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Matt Hagebusch HC Sequoyah HS, Claremore, OK #swarmfbchat
  • CoachRDes Dec 20 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Ryan Desrochers Defensive Coordinator Millennium High School Goodyear, Az #swarmfbchat
  • rmacblue - Moderator Dec 20 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Once we get going, we will use the Q/A format - be sure to use #swarmfbchat in all tweets! Scouting and Film Breakdown tonight!
  • CoachKizer Dec 20 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Chris Kizer. DC/D Line. Arkadelphia, AR #swarmfbchat
  • CoachOrtiz1 Dec 20 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Dusty Ortiz DC Timber Creek HS, Keller TX #swarmfbchat
  • CoachPierskalla Dec 20 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Andy Pierskalla, DC, Osseo HS, Osseo, MN. Counting down the hours until break! This will help! #swarmfbchat
  • CoachDuda Dec 20 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Alex Duda - DL Coach - Dearborn HS (Dearborn, MI) #swarmfbchat
  • ColbryL Dec 20 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Colbry Lathan Okolona High School Okolona, MS #swarmfbchat
  • CoachHays13 Dec 20 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Daran Hays HBC North Marion High School Farmington WV #swarmfbchat
  • CODY_GARDNER Dec 20 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Cody G DC Current Sunglass Hut Sales Leader Park City, UT #swarmfbchat
  • CoachMocahbee Dec 20 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Ben Mocahbee DLine coach in Cincinnati, OH excited for my first #swarmfbchat for this off-season
  • JustPlaySS Dec 20 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Retweeted Ryan McCartney (@rmacblue): Welcome Fellow Coaches to the Tuesday Night #swarmfbchat powered by... https://t.co/O87mddRsgJ
    In reply to @rmacblue
  • DCcoachV Dec 20 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Nick Velazquez DC Orland HS, CA #swarmfbchat
  • CoachDGibson Dec 20 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Dalmin Gibson, LB's, Dickinson State University #swarmfbchat
  • rmacblue - Moderator Dec 20 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Q1 will be in 3 minutes - welcome everyone - great to see you all again. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachLyster Dec 20 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Jeff Lyster LB coach Lawrence HS KS #swarmfbchat
  • Coach_Sneed_EM Dec 20 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Brandon Sneed, Charlotte,NC #swarmfbchat
  • CODY_GARDNER Dec 20 @ 9:05 PM EST
    #swarmfbchat
  • Coach_Sneed_EM Dec 20 @ 9:05 PM EST
    you ever make plans to talk ball in SC? #SWARMFBCHAT
    In reply to @rmacblue
  • CoachKizer Dec 20 @ 9:05 PM EST
    Nothing like starting break with a great chat! #swarmfbchat
  • CoachKelleyAHS Dec 20 @ 9:05 PM EST
    #swarmfbchat
  • CoachGrayvold Dec 20 @ 9:06 PM EST
    What up #swarmfbchat
  • rmacblue - Moderator Dec 20 @ 9:07 PM EST
    Q1: When breaking down an opp, how many categories do you use? Which ones are the most important to you? #swarmfbchat
  • coachshattuck Dec 20 @ 9:07 PM EST
    Josh Shattuck Seymour HS. If anyome knows where I could find a good DC, lmk :) #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CarsonRileyDad Dec 20 @ 9:07 PM EST
    Matt Smith Chambers Academy (Lafayette, AL) Defensive Coordinator #swarmfbchat
  • billyseals47 Dec 20 @ 9:08 PM EST
    Billy Seals Huntington High School Huntington,WV #swarmfbchat
  • rmacblue - Moderator Dec 20 @ 9:09 PM EST
    A1: For me - I think personnel is the most important category I use when scouting an opp by film. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachGrayvold Dec 20 @ 9:09 PM EST
    A1 T 5-7 formations, T3 plays in each, 3 best players. Give me that basic info and we can start our basic game plan #swarmfbchat
  • CoachRDes Dec 20 @ 9:09 PM EST
    A-1 Down distance hash yard line formation and play #swarmfbchat
  • WR_CoachHepp Dec 20 @ 9:09 PM EST
    Steve Hepp DC Wisconsin Rapids HS #swarmfbchat
  • JustPlaySS Dec 20 @ 9:09 PM EST
    If you're a football coach, you need check out #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CarsonRileyDad Dec 20 @ 9:09 PM EST
    A1: bout 9-10 down distance hash play type, play, formation. Get formations down on how to align then get data on best plays....#swarmfbchat
  • CoachCurran42 Dec 20 @ 9:09 PM EST
    A1... Play, d&d, form, yard line, hash, gain/loss, strength, direction... depending on scheme I'll do gap too... #swarmfbchat
  • billyseals47 Dec 20 @ 9:09 PM EST
    A1: I am a big down distance guy and formations. I think field zones are very important as well #swarmfbchat
  • CoachMocahbee Dec 20 @ 9:10 PM EST
    Dwn&dist, formation strength, yd line, formation, play, play type and play direction #swarmfbchat
  • CarsonRileyDad Dec 20 @ 9:10 PM EST
    A1: continued, and when they like to run their favorite plays #swarmfbchat
  • CoachLyster Dec 20 @ 9:10 PM EST
    A1: D/D, play type, personnel, formation, play, backfield, hash (for direction), passing zone and player touch #swarmfbchat
  • CoachBehnfeldt Dec 20 @ 9:10 PM EST
    A1: varies from opp to opp, definitely formations, run/pass, plays. May use D&D, hash, or even the side the HB lines up on #swarmfbchat
  • CoachHays13 Dec 20 @ 9:10 PM EST
    A1: #SWARMFBCHAT
    • CoachHays13 Dec 20 @ 9:09 PM EST
      D/D, Field Zone (custom), formation, hash, Run/Pass, Is/fast flow/counter/PA/DB/ trick (custom) all pretty equally important to me.
      In reply to @rmacblue
  • CoachByrd_ Dec 20 @ 9:10 PM EST
    Jamelle Byrd DC/ LB'S Harding HS Charlotte NC #swarmfbchat
  • thejaydykes Dec 20 @ 9:10 PM EST
    Jay Dykes, LB Coach, St.Amant High School, Louisiana #swarmfbchat
  • CoachPierskalla Dec 20 @ 9:10 PM EST
    A1: we like to focus on d&d and play by formation... trying to find the patterns of the OC #swarmfbchat
  • CoachKizer Dec 20 @ 9:11 PM EST
    Start with ODK, D&D, yard line, play type, play, formation. If motion input that. Play direction and strength as well #swarmfbchat
  • ocjacobmorris77 Dec 20 @ 9:11 PM EST
    #swarmfbchat
  • CoachLyster Dec 20 @ 9:11 PM EST
    A1: Most important Petsonnel, backfield, hash for play direction, oh and field zone for shot tendency and red zone #swarmfbchat
  • CoachCurran42 Dec 20 @ 9:11 PM EST
    A1 (cont'd). I usually take formation and personnel most seriously. Like to know what they like to do from what look... #swarmfbchat
  • CODY_GARDNER Dec 20 @ 9:11 PM EST
    A1) It's flexible, I like to watch the film as a whole first. I give my subconscious time to digest. See if I need extra data #swarmfbchat
  • ocjacobmorris77 Dec 20 @ 9:11 PM EST
    A1:down and distance and then formations #swarmfbchat
  • CoachGrayvold Dec 20 @ 9:12 PM EST
    A1 big thing is keep it basic. Lot of people over complicate this and think too much about non useful info #swarmfbchat
  • rmacblue - Moderator Dec 20 @ 9:12 PM EST
    A1 cont: I have gotten away from Hash and Field Zone - don't know if I see that as concrete with current OCs. IMO. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachPierskalla Dec 20 @ 9:12 PM EST
    A1 cont: with no huddle and quick tempo I like to look at ball carrier to tell distribution of the rock #swarmfbchat
  • Coach_Sneed_EM Dec 20 @ 9:12 PM EST
    A1 Base Alignment(front 7), Coverages(attached to front?), split or box?, personnel, adjustments to unbalanced, trips coverage #swarmfbchat
  • ColbryL Dec 20 @ 9:12 PM EST
    A1) Formations and tendencies are the most important. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachRDes Dec 20 @ 9:12 PM EST
    A-1 @rmacblue how many teams do you see run formation based formations, best 11 are usually on field #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @rmacblue
  • CoachKizer Dec 20 @ 9:13 PM EST
    A1: really look at formations first for tendencies that I can make checks. Looking for personnell in formations too #swarmfbchat
  • CoachKizer Dec 20 @ 9:13 PM EST
    A1: after that looking at D&D and what I can call in those situations, especially with what part of field the offense is in #swarmfbchat
  • CODY_GARDNER Dec 20 @ 9:13 PM EST
    I need to know what they are first. What is their ID? I have to have context for just the raw data. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachHays13 Dec 20 @ 9:13 PM EST
    I began to use hash more with my current OC that's mostly how he calls a game #SWARMFBCHAT
    In reply to @rmacblue
  • rmacblue - Moderator Dec 20 @ 9:14 PM EST
    Down and Distance and Personnel are what drives my decisions on the weekend...#swarmfbchat
  • WR_CoachHepp Dec 20 @ 9:14 PM EST
    A1) top 3: 1. Formations. 2 top plays 3. Personnel #swarmfbchat
  • coachshattuck Dec 20 @ 9:14 PM EST
    A1: Lots of glaring tendencies when you group formations with play inventory. Even more when you add D/D. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachMocahbee Dec 20 @ 9:14 PM EST
    A1 mainly looking for tendencies with formations and plays. Trying to find top 3 runs and top 3 pass plays to focus on. #swarmfbchat
  • rmacblue - Moderator Dec 20 @ 9:15 PM EST
    You guys are killing it tonight - already cramping in my hand - keep it up! #swarmfbchat Q2 in 2 minutes.
  • CoachLSimmons Dec 20 @ 9:16 PM EST
    Logan Simmons Wide Receivers/Special Teams Coor. Hillsboro HS (Hillsboro TX) #SWARMFBCHAT
  • MrHochmuth15 Dec 20 @ 9:16 PM EST
    A1 Top Formations and Top Plays. Backfield, D & D tendencies. Motions #swarmfbchat
  • CoachHolt1 Dec 20 @ 9:16 PM EST
    Coach Holt DC Santa Fe H.S. Lakeland, FL #swarmfbchat
  • CoachBehnfeldt Dec 20 @ 9:17 PM EST
    I was able to predict with 96% success run/pass by what side the RB was in relation to TE #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @CoachLyster
  • CoachHolt1 Dec 20 @ 9:17 PM EST
    A1: Down and Distance, Hash mark, and personnel are the main things we look at as a staff #swarmfbchat
  • rmacblue - Moderator Dec 20 @ 9:17 PM EST
    Love this one: Q2: When watching film, what do you look for that is not a typical breakdown category? #swarmfbchat
  • CoachLyster Dec 20 @ 9:18 PM EST
    #SWARMFBCHAT our defense is set by the field encouraging boundary play. We find it important to identify what teams like to field
    In reply to @rmacblue
  • CoachBehnfeldt Dec 20 @ 9:18 PM EST
    against a specific league team #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @CoachLyster
  • CoachMckieJr Dec 20 @ 9:18 PM EST
    Ron Mckie QB Coach/OC Crestwood High School. Sorry I'm late.#swarmfbchat
  • CoachMcKenna Dec 20 @ 9:18 PM EST
    #swarmfbchat #txhsfbchat #hogfbchat all going on at the same time?
  • coach_andyscott Dec 20 @ 9:18 PM EST
    A1-We look at Formation Tendencies, it's wild with all the different looks a team can give u they love what they love #swarmfbchat
  • rmacblue - Moderator Dec 20 @ 9:19 PM EST
    A2: I look for alignment giveaways - depth of RB; side of QB; OL filp/flp; WR they run to most. #swarmfbchat
  • benglidewell Dec 20 @ 9:19 PM EST
    #SWARMFBCHAT
    In reply to @benglidewell
  • CoachGrayvold Dec 20 @ 9:19 PM EST
    A2 WR Splits. Usually dead give away if run vs pass and if it's going to be pass, what routes they run. You can learn a lot. #swarmfbchat
  • rmacblue - Moderator Dec 20 @ 9:19 PM EST
    We call out a D/D during team on each play - I do like D/D as a tendency. #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @WR_CoachHepp
  • CoachHays13 Dec 20 @ 9:19 PM EST
    A2: I have a key player category custom made, we see so many teams just trying to get their athletes all over the field #swarmfbchat
  • coachshattuck Dec 20 @ 9:19 PM EST
    A2: Offensively right or left handed? Seems simple, but often overlooked. % of plays going to same side, regardless of hash. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • MrHochmuth15 Dec 20 @ 9:20 PM EST
    A2: Unique splits from WR. OL leaning or wideer/narrower splits. Signals from WR/QB #swarmfbchat
  • ocoordinator Dec 20 @ 9:20 PM EST
    As OC scouting my own film, I look at down and distance and hashes just to make sure that I'm not developing a pattern #swarmfbchat
  • CoachRDes Dec 20 @ 9:20 PM EST
    A-2 WR Hands when it is a pass as opposed to a run, QB feet stagger to dictate run or pass, Rb pressure on hands/knees #swarmfbchat
  • rmacblue - Moderator Dec 20 @ 9:20 PM EST
    NO. Just #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @CoachMcKenna
  • CoachMckieJr Dec 20 @ 9:20 PM EST
    A1: Down, Distance, Hash, Yd line, Front-Odd/Even, Safeties-Post/Split, and Off Formation #swarmfbchat
  • CODY_GARDNER Dec 20 @ 9:20 PM EST
    A2) RB placement in trips. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachKizer Dec 20 @ 9:20 PM EST
    A2: really try to look at O line and see if they can tip run or pass with stance #swarmfbchat
  • CarsonRileyDad Dec 20 @ 9:20 PM EST
    A2: little play "tips". does the TE line up a lil wider. In gun, where are RB feet relative to QBs, tight WR splits etc #swarmfbchat
  • CoachHolt1 Dec 20 @ 9:20 PM EST
    A2: Something you can notice that is not a normal "breakdown" is body language. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachCurran42 Dec 20 @ 9:20 PM EST
    A2) I include a ton of categories, but I like to look at alignments as well. Especially out of trick form. like wildcat, etc #swarmfbchat
  • CoachMocahbee Dec 20 @ 9:21 PM EST
    O line personnel and whether or not they flip w/ formation. See if the team favors a lineman over the others. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachPierskalla Dec 20 @ 9:21 PM EST
    A2: 1. Short yardage tendencies 2. After a big play (t/o or return) 3. When they are inside their 5 #swarmfbchat
  • CODY_GARDNER Dec 20 @ 9:21 PM EST
    A2) Variety in lineman splits, width & depth. #swarmfbchat
  • thejaydykes Dec 20 @ 9:21 PM EST
    Personnel and alignment differences in common sets. Odd adjustments that tip run/pass, Str/wk, basic tells #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachDuda Dec 20 @ 9:21 PM EST
    A2: OL Scouting Report. Strengths/Weaknesses. Create a Game Plan of how we will exploit their weak link & create mismatches. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachLyster Dec 20 @ 9:21 PM EST
    D/D and personnel give you the most with up tempo. extra data is great for post game view of how opp is attacking you @rmacblue #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @rmacblue
  • CoachHays13 Dec 20 @ 9:22 PM EST
    A2 cont: Always looking at linemen stance... tip on pull or pass, also split ends width #swarmfbchat
  • ocoordinator Dec 20 @ 9:22 PM EST
    Q2- I look for injured players and tell tales. Which players they are subbing #swarmfbchat
  • CoachMckieJr Dec 20 @ 9:22 PM EST
    A2: When I was on the dark side I looked for OL tells. Those big guys can give a play away before it even starts. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachHolt1 Dec 20 @ 9:22 PM EST
    A2: 15, 16, 17, even 18 or 19 year old kids are going to give away through body language whether they are in or out. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachCurran42 Dec 20 @ 9:22 PM EST
    A2) WR's LOAFING! Dead giveaway. A TON of them give the play away by posture, jogging, walking... #swarmfbchat
  • CoachBehnfeldt Dec 20 @ 9:22 PM EST
    A2: usually specific alignment issues, RB depth/side, WR splits, Strong/quick side OL, QB feet/stance #swarmfbchat
  • CoachByrd_ Dec 20 @ 9:23 PM EST
    A2: RB alignment is always a big one & where #1 playmaker WR/TE is aligned how they use him for certain plays or formations #swarmfbchat
  • CoachGrayvold Dec 20 @ 9:23 PM EST
    A2 Also, which way does the quarterback look pre snap. Usually tips off where he's going and checking pre snap reads. #swarmfbchat
  • billyseals47 Dec 20 @ 9:23 PM EST
    A2: was able to get a 100% read on QB feet on what type of play. Square feet equaled run and split equaled pass. Semifinal game #swarmfbchat
  • CoachHolt1 Dec 20 @ 9:23 PM EST
    A2: Everything else is simply elementary, fundamental breakdown routines. #swarmfbchat
  • coachshattuck Dec 20 @ 9:23 PM EST
    A2: OL splits usually give away plays as well. Lots of offenses using varying splits to accompany various play schemes. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • Coach_Sneed_EM Dec 20 @ 9:23 PM EST
    good point from an OC perspective, generally every team has a OL they trust more and will go to in crunch time #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @CoachMocahbee
  • rmacblue - Moderator Dec 20 @ 9:24 PM EST
    I wish I could hear cadence better on film - but, with clapping hands and foot movement, you can key on those as well. #swarmfbchat
  • Coach__French Dec 20 @ 9:24 PM EST
    A2... individual player tendencies #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachHays13 Dec 20 @ 9:24 PM EST
    Agree! And when we point that out it helps our Splits take pride in getting off the ball! #SWARMFBCHAT
    In reply to @CoachCurran42
  • Coach_Sneed_EM Dec 20 @ 9:24 PM EST
    this is true even if not coached to do so. Some OL will do so on there own. #SWARMFBCHAT
    In reply to @coachshattuck
  • CoachLyster Dec 20 @ 9:24 PM EST
    With all the wr screen the split of #2 gives away a lot. Also relationship to Numbers @MrHochmuth15 #SWARMFBCHAT
    In reply to @MrHochmuth15
  • Hbfootball Dec 20 @ 9:25 PM EST
    Just watching tonight guys. Finishing Christmas shopping with the wife.#swarmfbchat
  • CoachDGibson Dec 20 @ 9:25 PM EST
    A2: further breakdown stems off what post breakdown confirms. Splits, back align, Y align help solidify what we will exploit #swarmfbchat
  • DCcoachV Dec 20 @ 9:26 PM EST
    A1) Formation, D & D, hash, personnel. #swarmfbchat
  • Coach_Sneed_EM Dec 20 @ 9:26 PM EST
    in an effort to get uniformity we reduced to minimal splits. It allows some of our base to be more effective #SWARMFBCHAT
    In reply to @coachshattuck
  • CoachMocahbee Dec 20 @ 9:27 PM EST
    A2 always look to how the RB sets to block on pass plays comparing to how he sets for screens usually big time give away #swarmfbchat
  • ocoordinator Dec 20 @ 9:27 PM EST
    I'm also looking for every type a route combination the offense is running for the defense of backs. #swarmfbchat
  • benglidewell Dec 20 @ 9:27 PM EST
    Alignment of skill players and splits of OL #SWARMFBCHAT
  • DCcoachV Dec 20 @ 9:27 PM EST
    A2) I like to separate 1 & 10, 2 & short, 3rd & medium and 3rd & long plays. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachCurran42 Dec 20 @ 9:27 PM EST
    absolutely! Easy read. #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @CarsonRileyDad
  • coach_andyscott Dec 20 @ 9:27 PM EST
    A2-OL stances, its funny when they tip off Run/Pass/Pull with their alignments #swarmfbchat
  • CoachOrtiz1 Dec 20 @ 9:28 PM EST
    Q2 what do they go to when they are down late in the game if they have been in that situation. #swarmfbchat
  • CODY_GARDNER Dec 20 @ 9:28 PM EST
    will you have let the RBs cover, blitz when the RB stays in? #SWARMFBCHAT
    In reply to @CoachMocahbee
  • rmacblue - Moderator Dec 20 @ 9:28 PM EST
    Q3: When creating a call/play sheet – how is it configured? AND – do you stick to it or go off-script during games? #swarmfbchat
  • CoachLyster Dec 20 @ 9:28 PM EST
    Good Blitz and stem key with clap etc. head movement of QB and QB stance. Stagger and even @rmacblue #SWARMFBCHAT
    In reply to @rmacblue
  • ColbryL Dec 20 @ 9:29 PM EST
    A2) We like to watch the opposing players body language when it's pass or run. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachOrtiz1 Dec 20 @ 9:30 PM EST
    Q2 stances and personnel alignment #swarmfbchat
  • Coach_Sneed_EM Dec 20 @ 9:30 PM EST
    sometimes people invest more energy in being unpredictable, than effective. #SWARMFBCHAT
    In reply to @coachshattuck
  • rmacblue - Moderator Dec 20 @ 9:30 PM EST
    Hard to type...but...you O guys are making this very interesting and a great learning tool tonight. #swarmfbchat
  • MrHochmuth15 Dec 20 @ 9:30 PM EST
    A2 what do they run for 2 pt conversion plays #swarmfbchat
  • CoachHolt1 Dec 20 @ 9:30 PM EST
    A3: Play calling defense is pre-determined. We know what we want to take away. If it's not working we have to adjust #swarmfbchat
  • coach_andyscott Dec 20 @ 9:30 PM EST
    A2 cont-Problem becomes is on Friday Nights kids have to read keys and play all of these tips we find! #swarmfbchat
  • CoachCurran42 Dec 20 @ 9:30 PM EST
    A3) Mine is organized by personnel. Then listed in order of what I'll call to each. Then broken down via D/D. Try to stick. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachLyster Dec 20 @ 9:30 PM EST
    A3: D/D break down and personnel. our personnel and the opp as well on play card. 3rd and long blitz pkg off protections used #swarmfbchat
  • CODY_GARDNER Dec 20 @ 9:30 PM EST
    A3) If we are off script(game plan) we are #swarmfbchat
  • CoachCurran42 Dec 20 @ 9:30 PM EST
    VERY EASY to get off script... #swarmfbchat
  • CarsonRileyDad Dec 20 @ 9:30 PM EST
    A3: Quit using them bc I would go off script. I study film so much that I know what to expect. I like to be prepared but also.. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachPierskalla Dec 20 @ 9:31 PM EST
    A3: break down plays by d&d, special situations, and personnel but will call plays on how the game is going, feel, our guys #swarmfbchat
  • CoachRDes Dec 20 @ 9:31 PM EST
    A-3, we use wristbands, so we have all calls available during a game. My calls sheet has answers to what I think the offense #swarmfbchat
  • benglidewell Dec 20 @ 9:31 PM EST
    #SWARMFBCHAT
    • benglidewell Dec 20 @ 9:16 PM EST
      Formation, play type, play direction, strength, D&D, gain/loss
  • CarsonRileyDad Dec 20 @ 9:31 PM EST
    A3: think as a DC you have to be able to adjust in game to what you are seeing so call sheet really doesn't help me #swarmfbchat
  • CoachBehnfeldt Dec 20 @ 9:31 PM EST
    A3: usually have all base calls on one side, specific game planned calls on the other. If I need to improvise then I go to base #swarmfbchat
  • CoachHays13 Dec 20 @ 9:31 PM EST
    A3: sheet starts large, shrinks daily... run through all blitzes in blitz period daily, coverages in 7v7, all n inside run+team #swarmfbchat
  • MrHochmuth15 Dec 20 @ 9:32 PM EST
    A2 can we blitz from open side on motion away #swarmfbchat
  • Coach_Sneed_EM Dec 20 @ 9:32 PM EST
    A3 1 Sheet, 2 sides. Core Plays for the week vs Opponent. Includes personnel groupings(we have many) game plan specifics. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachHag1 Dec 20 @ 9:32 PM EST
    A1: We look @ multiple tends. But D&D, Fld Zn & play by form r tops. Also look at field/bound & strength for tends. #swarmfbchat
  • Coach_Sneed_EM Dec 20 @ 9:33 PM EST
    A3 Then the backside is D&D info and situational. I approach D&D different than many though #swarmfbchat
  • CoachRDes Dec 20 @ 9:33 PM EST
    #SWARMFBCHAT A3 Cont, will run at us, along with our bases for the week. More of my notes rather than something the kids need
    In reply to @CoachRDes
  • CODY_GARDNER Dec 20 @ 9:33 PM EST
    A3) I dont carrry a phys sheet. Our plan is usually simple & its my baby. I have reminders on STC chart like stay aggressive #swarmfbchat
  • billyseals47 Dec 20 @ 9:33 PM EST
    A3: I base mine whether it is a 3,4,or 5 man package. All bases are together as well as slants and stunts out of each front #swarmfbchat
  • CoachHays13 Dec 20 @ 9:33 PM EST
    A3 cont.: I do a spot watch Tu-Thu, shuffle the playlist and predict, no paper then, no paper on Fri...all stays within system #swarmfbchat
  • ocoordinator Dec 20 @ 9:34 PM EST
    OC, I have 10 scripted plays to see how a D align and then use my d/d. #swarmfbchat
  • rmacblue - Moderator Dec 20 @ 9:34 PM EST
    A3: I quit making sheets myself; I'm always trying to feel the game - read it as it plays out; for better or worse! #swarmfbchat
  • CoachMocahbee Dec 20 @ 9:34 PM EST
    not typically, more worried about the slip out to a for a swing pass or easy dump for the qb. #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @CODY_GARDNER
  • DCcoachV Dec 20 @ 9:34 PM EST
    A3) have a fronts, stunts, base blitz, special blitz, coverage, short yardage broke into columns. #swarmfbchat
  • Coach_Sneed_EM Dec 20 @ 9:34 PM EST
    we had a win this year where we ran two plays 90+% of our plays. #SWARMFBCHAT
    In reply to @coachshattuck
  • thejaydykes Dec 20 @ 9:35 PM EST
    Q3 Used a tendency sheet mostly. D&D, field position, formation tendencies if needed. Readjusted as game progressed #swarmfbchat
  • DrIronstein Dec 20 @ 9:35 PM EST
    A3: I double call all coverages vs spread teams, the second "or" call is the built in trips check, which varies. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • cahsfbchat Dec 20 @ 9:35 PM EST
    finally making it to a chat... admittedly a half hour late #swarmfbchat
  • CoachByrd_ Dec 20 @ 9:35 PM EST
    A3: D&D w/ Run/Pass percentage based on personnel & formation w/ 2-3 calls 4 each situation stick 2 it early & make adjustments #swarmfbchat
  • billyseals47 Dec 20 @ 9:35 PM EST
    A3: I have those call sheet but have looked at them maybe 10 times in 17 years. I am a feel and gut guy. Call from the hip #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachMocahbee Dec 20 @ 9:37 PM EST
    A3 don't get to create the call sheet yet but would focus on down and dist I'm sure and have notes for formations too. #swarmfbchat
  • cain_darryl Dec 20 @ 9:37 PM EST
    A3) usually play call sheet by d/d and try and get a few for the game #SWARMFBCHAT
  • cahsfbchat Dec 20 @ 9:37 PM EST
    a1 for defense we scout their form, play, play direction, and sometimes ball carrier #swarmfbchat
  • ocoordinator Dec 20 @ 9:37 PM EST
    I've seen coaches stay with their script and have no ability to in game adjustments #swarmfbchat
  • DrIronstein Dec 20 @ 9:38 PM EST
    A1: Can't prep for all offenses the same, diff teams trend to diff tendencies; scouting determines what tendencies we plan for. #swarmfbchat
  • WR_CoachHepp Dec 20 @ 9:38 PM EST
    A3: tried using. Didn't like. Felt that it threw off my calls. Dont have time to look at call sheet with all the no huddle O's #swarmfbchat
  • cahsfbchat Dec 20 @ 9:38 PM EST
    a1 for o we try to scout base front and coverage, but it really never mattered not once did a team play their base against us #swarmfbchat
  • thejaydykes Dec 20 @ 9:38 PM EST
    Found that 2-3 possible presnap checks based on opponent scout helped play faster. Always had a base Def vs a set with adj. #swarmfbchat
  • CODY_GARDNER Dec 20 @ 9:39 PM EST
    Example, how are we handling trips RB away, trips RB to & the curveball. Have to protect force & flat defenders with curve #RPO #swarmfbchat
  • coach_andyscott Dec 20 @ 9:39 PM EST
    #swarmfbchat
    • coach_andyscott Dec 20 @ 9:38 PM EST
      A3-Base Calls, SY/GL, YL Safes, YL Blitzes, Halftime Mixers
  • CoachMocahbee Dec 20 @ 9:40 PM EST
    A3 I feel like a call sheet would help you with the first couple of drives but after that the flow of the game takes over #swarmfbchat
  • rmacblue - Moderator Dec 20 @ 9:40 PM EST
    Q4: What do you have your box/asst coach look for when watching film? During the game? #swarmfbchat Or if you are the asst..what is yer job?
  • CoachLSimmons Dec 20 @ 9:40 PM EST
    A3: with my freshmen, I had an offensive play sheet, but mostly went from what was given/working (flow of game) #SWARMFBCHAT
  • DrIronstein Dec 20 @ 9:40 PM EST
    A3: Defensive gameplan will take away primary play for each d/d and formation, so many highschool teams are play/form oriented. #swarmfbchat
  • zachdavis24 Dec 20 @ 9:40 PM EST
    A3) no call sheet.. GATA!!!!!! #swarmfbchat
  • CODY_GARDNER Dec 20 @ 9:40 PM EST
    And I think I could fit the entire d playbook two pages 8x11. #swarmfbchat
  • cahsfbchat Dec 20 @ 9:41 PM EST
    a2 undersized or underskilled cb's. dl that we can solo block or not block at all #swarmfbchat
  • CoachHays13 Dec 20 @ 9:41 PM EST
    A3: my guy in the box has the only copy of the sheet..he's a former player so I don't feel so bad going off if he screws up! 😂 #swarmfbchat
  • CoachHolst Dec 20 @ 9:41 PM EST
    A4: #swarmfbchat In game, we chart plays based on field position & D&D. I also want personnel and field position/D&D for play call
  • CoachRDes Dec 20 @ 9:41 PM EST
    A4- watch for matchups, where are we getting beat and what can we do to remedy that #swarmfbchat
  • CoachGrayvold Dec 20 @ 9:42 PM EST
    A4 Formations, pass routes, depths of routes, protections used. Chart the pass plays and color lots of scout sheets #swarmfbchat
  • CoachCurran42 Dec 20 @ 9:42 PM EST
    A4) I have my box guy ONLY watch for personnel groupings. I'd like more, but it was inconsistent. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachHolt1 Dec 20 @ 9:42 PM EST
    A4: Our issue on D is lining up correctly to the O formation. If we line up correctly, our guys are going to beat your guys #swarmfbchat
  • CoachLyster Dec 20 @ 9:42 PM EST
    A4: vs Veer team. DL guy watches a side, I watch a side look for scoops and missed fits. secondary watches rotation #swarmfbchat
  • CoachKizer Dec 20 @ 9:42 PM EST
    A3: look at top plays by field zone and d&d and make sheet that stops plays with base/stunt/blitz I like. Will go off sxript #swarmfbchat
  • thejaydykes Dec 20 @ 9:42 PM EST
    Define "offscript"? If it's available use it! Don't leave any bullets in the gun. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachKizer Dec 20 @ 9:42 PM EST
    A3: will go off script if needed if I get into flow of game and feel offense is doing some things different #swarmfbchat
  • CODY_GARDNER Dec 20 @ 9:42 PM EST
    A4) If they are multiple, personal. Our pre snap alignment #swarmfbchat
  • CoachHolt1 Dec 20 @ 9:43 PM EST
    A4: In the box, I write down play call and result. Then on film we analyze our mistakes #swarmfbchat
  • DCcoachV Dec 20 @ 9:43 PM EST
    A4) for me I have him look at far side DE and OLB. Tough to see from sideline. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachHays13 Dec 20 @ 9:43 PM EST
    A4: I do no subbing, that's on them! I just have to handle the unruly parents... my box coach is there for a couple things. #SWARMFBCHAT
    In reply to @rmacblue
  • ocoordinator Dec 20 @ 9:43 PM EST
    Q4- finding key players and their alignment based on scouting. Formation #swarmfbchat
  • CoachGrayvold Dec 20 @ 9:43 PM EST
    A4 in game we want personnel used, who's subbing in/out and what tendencies people are noticing i.e. Hash, D&D etc #swarmfbchat
  • cahsfbchat Dec 20 @ 9:43 PM EST
    a4 during the game he watches for front how many down lineman, backers alignment and who made the tackle #swarmfbchat
  • CoachLyster Dec 20 @ 9:43 PM EST
    A4: Vs reg opponent DL guy watches fits to TE side, LB watches interior keys for consistent reads #swarmfbchat
  • CoachMocahbee Dec 20 @ 9:43 PM EST
    A4 as the dline coach I was watching the trenches most of the time and focusing on rotations must keep fresh legs on the dline #swarmfbchat
  • CarsonRileyDad Dec 20 @ 9:43 PM EST
    A4: Assistants watch their position. Make changes personell wise if needed. HC will help with formation recognition #swarmfbchat
  • zachdavis24 Dec 20 @ 9:43 PM EST
    A4) I do the film break down by myself.. OCD #swarmfbchat
  • CoachPierskalla Dec 20 @ 9:43 PM EST
    A4: in the box he has the hudl reports and relaying tendencies and another looks at personnel, asst on field watch opp O group #swarmfbchat
  • CoachHays13 Dec 20 @ 9:44 PM EST
    A4: watches the series on Hudl sideline after series, and I tell him what to look for as we go, also watches the 4 man box. #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @rmacblue
  • CoachKizer Dec 20 @ 9:44 PM EST
    A4: in box Coach is Dbs Coach so he is looking at pass and subs. We communicate with passing game and lb coach and me do run #swarmfbchat
  • CoachLyster Dec 20 @ 9:44 PM EST
    A4: On film as LB coach I track Personnel and tempo cues, also position keys. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachByrd_ Dec 20 @ 9:44 PM EST
    A4: I'm press box guy better feel for the game up there sideline guys just need to be great communicators & coach between plays #swarmfbchat
  • CoachBehnfeldt Dec 20 @ 9:44 PM EST
    A4: some of the tendencies from film(depth of RB) and chart plays of offense. Sideline replay made it easy to adjust on field #swarmfbchat
  • CoachCurran42 Dec 20 @ 9:45 PM EST
    I do too. I'd like to NOT, but I need it done by Sunday. If it's not, I'll do it all myself! #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @zachdavis24
  • CoachDuda Dec 20 @ 9:45 PM EST
    A4: Formation, Personnel, D&D & Splits/Blocking Schemes. We platoon so we watch the previous series with the Def. on sideline. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachMac5 Dec 20 @ 9:45 PM EST
    A3: OC, run/pass by formations and personnel. 3rd down D&D, RZ, GL, coverage beaters, matchups, specials/tricks, must calls. #swarmfbchat
  • cahsfbchat Dec 20 @ 9:45 PM EST
    a3 best plays/ short yardage/2pt. i dont use it as a script more so as a reminder as to what we have/know for this week #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CODY_GARDNER Dec 20 @ 9:46 PM EST
    Off script for us means not in the finalized game plan. In the playbook but not repped during the week. Like man 2, #swarmfbchat
  • cain_darryl Dec 20 @ 9:46 PM EST
    A4) I do film breakdown myself. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachByrd_ Dec 20 @ 9:46 PM EST
    A4: so much easier for me to see the grand scheme of what's going on good or bad in the press box #swarmfbchat
  • zachdavis24 Dec 20 @ 9:46 PM EST
    A4) and during the game the guy in the box is looking at personnel / play... we collaborate on the head set when possible #swarmfbchat
  • ocoordinator Dec 20 @ 9:46 PM EST
    It's important to give the box guys specific information that u are looking for or it becomes pointless for them. #swarmfbchat
  • benglidewell Dec 20 @ 9:47 PM EST
    Q3: 10 starters on O, plays by formation, personnel, and situation for the week. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • coach_andyscott Dec 20 @ 9:47 PM EST
    A4 cont-then between series' we check for any tendencies or busters #swarmfbchat
  • WR_CoachHepp Dec 20 @ 9:47 PM EST
    A4: personnel - but always looking for better use of box guys #swarmfbchat
  • CoachHays13 Dec 20 @ 9:47 PM EST
    A4: I used to ask for formation, i just ended up pissed off when I see it first.personnel is awesome if they can do that up top #swarmfbchat
  • CoachKizer Dec 20 @ 9:47 PM EST
    A4 when it comes to film I do it myself as well. Feel I can really see what offense is going and become one with it. #swarmfbchat
  • rmacblue - Moderator Dec 20 @ 9:48 PM EST
    Here's a Q for right NOW: Q5: What stats do you focus on AFTER the season as you reflect on your entire body of work? #swarmfbchat
  • CoachMocahbee Dec 20 @ 9:48 PM EST
    For all the coaches that do film on your own as a young coach I learned a lot by going through the film break down w/ the dc... #swarmfbchat
  • CoachHays13 Dec 20 @ 9:49 PM EST
    A4: buy Hudl sideline! Can't stress it enough....It has made us 10x better in game coaches! #swarmfbchat
  • CoachMac5 Dec 20 @ 9:49 PM EST
    A4: OC, in game assistant looks for coverages vs formations, blitz tendencies vs formation & D&D, matchups. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • DrIronstein Dec 20 @ 9:49 PM EST
    A3: Like to have a base front, 2 stunts/movements, and 2 blitzes for each high percentage formation/play #swarmfbchat
  • CoachMac5 Dec 20 @ 9:50 PM EST
    A4: OC, I watch for defensive front, #'s in box, backer depth. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachRDes Dec 20 @ 9:50 PM EST
    A5: concepts that were run at us the most, power counter smash routes, dig shallows #swarmfbchat
  • CoachGrayvold Dec 20 @ 9:51 PM EST
    A5 Rush yards given up and 3rd down %. If you can't stop the run and you can't get off the field on 3rd down... #swarmfbchat
  • CODY_GARDNER Dec 20 @ 9:51 PM EST
    A5) turnovers, red zone turnovers, red zone eff, explosive plays, 3rd & +12 conversions. 3rd & +20 is my Achilles heel as a DC #swarmfbchat
  • CoachByrd_ Dec 20 @ 9:51 PM EST
    A5: 3rd down, redzone, goal line defense, turnovers forced, missed tackles, blown assignments #swarmfbchat
  • CoachHays13 Dec 20 @ 9:51 PM EST
    A5: OCD! Playlists with each coverage stunt, also look at field zone and my calls...ball on the ground to recovery ratio. #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @rmacblue
  • benglidewell Dec 20 @ 9:51 PM EST
    OL/DL coach in the box watching the trenches on game day and charts each formation by front and blitz #SWARMFBCHAT
    • rmacblue - Moderator Dec 20 @ 9:40 PM EST
      Q4: What do you have your box/asst coach look for when watching film? During the game? #swarmfbchat Or if you are the asst..what is yer job?
  • CoachMocahbee Dec 20 @ 9:51 PM EST
    Cont. And as the season continued it became a well oiled machine and helped our scheme/game plan #2headsbetterthan1 #swarmfbchat
  • billyseals47 Dec 20 @ 9:52 PM EST
    A4: guy upstairs looks a personnel substitutions and calls that are the most effective. Chart guy that tells me formations #swarmfbchat
  • CarsonRileyDad Dec 20 @ 9:52 PM EST
    A5: honestly dont focus on stats need to improve run defense, ability to play ball in secondary, & get stronger in weight room #SWARMFBCHAT
  • coach_andyscott Dec 20 @ 9:52 PM EST
    A5-Wins! Points given up! #swarmfbchat at the end of the day that's all that matters
  • Coach_Sneed_EM Dec 20 @ 9:53 PM EST
    first downs, yds per rush, yds per completion, turnovers, total yards, yards per game, points #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @rmacblue
  • ocoordinator Dec 20 @ 9:53 PM EST
    Q5- turnovers, number of blitzes that made an impact, yac, total rushing yards against the defense. #swarmfbchat
  • cain_darryl Dec 20 @ 9:53 PM EST
    A5) I look for turnover ratio, big plays given up, 3rd down percentage and getting off the field. #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @rmacblue
  • CoachBehnfeldt Dec 20 @ 9:53 PM EST
    A5: first downs given up, total/run/pass defense, points scored against, see what team gave most fits #swarmfbchat
  • cahsfbchat Dec 20 @ 9:53 PM EST
    a5 we look at rush yards/carries, pass attempts/comp/yards/int/td, and total plays run/total yards #swarmfbchat
  • CoachHolt1 Dec 20 @ 9:53 PM EST
    A5: We focus on our improvements. Where we started, how we finished. The end result of getting that ring tells the main story. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachHays13 Dec 20 @ 9:53 PM EST
    I also look at the first drive of every game...that's on us in prep. We want all 1st drives 3 and out, call it "set the tone" #swarmfbchat
  • CoachKizer Dec 20 @ 9:53 PM EST
    A5: Rush yards, 3rd down conversion, turnovers forced. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachLyster Dec 20 @ 9:54 PM EST
    A5: Concepts ran vs us for yards gained, explosive plays and why, missed tackles, contain rush, 3rd downs #swarmfbchat
  • CoachMocahbee Dec 20 @ 9:54 PM EST
    A5 missed tackles, turnovers, rushing/passing yds given up per game #swarmfbchat
  • CoachMac5 Dec 20 @ 9:54 PM EST
    A5: HC/OC both sides of the ball we look at our turnover differential, ypc, red zone efficiency, big plays, completion %. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • ColbryL Dec 20 @ 9:55 PM EST
    A5) 3rd down %, rushing and passing yards per game. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachDuda Dec 20 @ 9:55 PM EST
    A5: First thing I go over is which Defensive Goals we met for that game. #PioneerDawgs #swarmfbchat
  • CoachHays13 Dec 20 @ 9:56 PM EST
    A5: we want to be so effective with turnovers, if ball is on the ground we want to be at an 80% recovery rate #swarmfbchat
  • rmacblue - Moderator Dec 20 @ 9:57 PM EST
    Coaches thanks for joining in tonight; I encourage you to follow each other and keep asking questions. We had a great turnout! #swarmfbchat
  • CoachGrayvold Dec 20 @ 9:57 PM EST
    #swarmfbchat NFL DB clip you might enjoy
    • CoachGrayvold Dec 19 @ 8:40 PM EST
      Great vid for how to stop comeback Turn on time, drop n drive when WR low hands + hip sink, near arm to ball, back arm tackles #All22Daily
  • benglidewell Dec 20 @ 9:58 PM EST
    Calculate the front, coverage and blitz % that we faced for each formation and D&D for the season #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachGrayvold Dec 20 @ 9:58 PM EST
    #swarmfbchat NFL LB clip you might enjoy
    • CoachGrayvold Dec 18 @ 11:54 AM EST
      Here's what happens when your QB doesn't see the backside low zone dropper on a crossing route. "Legion of Boom" edition. #All22Daily
  • DCcoachV Dec 20 @ 9:58 PM EST
    A5) Turnovers, sacks, INTs, TFL. Big plays given up. Red zone D. I like to see how we did vs the wing t run game #swarmfbchat
  • thejaydykes Dec 20 @ 9:58 PM EST
    Aside from normal stats, OC would break down three game sets of our defense and vice versa to ID tendencies that developed. #swarmfbchat
  • WR_CoachHepp Dec 20 @ 9:59 PM EST
    A4: personnel is the constant otherwise, it changes based on opponent. #swarmfbchat
  • rmacblue - Moderator Dec 20 @ 9:59 PM EST
    You guys were awesome tonight - great info shared. As always, my pleasure to moderate for you guys! #swarmfbchat