#425chat Archive

This is a chat for football coaches to discuss the 4-2-5 defense on Thursday at 8PM CT
Thursday January 26, 2017
9:00 PM EST
  • participatechat Jan 26 @ 9:00 PM EST
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  • rmacblue Jan 26 @ 9:00 PM EST
    Ryan McCartney DC Seymour HS, IN Host of the Tuesday #swarmfbchat and https://t.co/oK0NPGV6WD #425chat
  • Coach_ZC Jan 26 @ 9:01 PM EST
    Zach Carlton - DC/DB's- Palmer Ridge HS, CO #425chat
  • CoachGibson5 Jan 26 @ 9:01 PM EST
    Marcus Gibson DC Jackson Ms #425chat
  • CoachBehnfeldt Jan 26 @ 9:01 PM EST
    Brandon Behnfeldt Delphos Jefferson HS OH #425chat
  • coachrugs Jan 26 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Alex Rouggly - Jefferson High - Missouri- HC #425chat
  • Def425chat - Moderator Jan 26 @ 9:02 PM EST
    It is The Godfather of defensive football chats! #425chat
  • thomps_03 Jan 26 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Ryan Thompson HC, DC Ashland-Greenwood Ashland, NE #425chat
  • CODY_GARDNER Jan 26 @ 9:02 PM EST
    CODY G PARK CITY, UT DC even front 2 high safety split field TGOG 2read Football Geek & Track Nerd #425chat
  • coachdboucher Jan 26 @ 9:02 PM EST
    David Boucher, OLB coach, Royal Valley HS, KS #RVFamily #425chat
  • Coach_Palladino Jan 26 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Anthony Palladino. HC. Case high, MA #425chat
  • Def425chat - Moderator Jan 26 @ 9:03 PM EST
    #425chat welcome coach!
    • dhan561 Jan 26 @ 9:01 PM EST
      Donald Hanna Delray Beach Florida Village Academy
      In reply to @Def425chat
  • CoachHays13 Jan 26 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Daran Hays HBC North Marion High School Farmington WV #425chat
  • jrmyhanson Jan 26 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Jeremy Hanson HC/OC Blair-Taylor, WI #425chat
  • JasonConley20 Jan 26 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Jason Conley Ohio, Former DC/ DB coach waiting for Trump to create a job for me!! Lol #425chat
  • Coach_JGill Jan 26 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Jacob Gill DB's @ Springdale HS (AR) ***Still waiting for OL downfield to be called*** #425chat
    In reply to @Def425chat
  • coachking85 Jan 26 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Cody King DC Corsicana, TX #425chat
  • PigSkinCoach Jan 26 @ 9:05 PM EST
    Greg wallis Tuttle, okla #425chat
  • CoachBakk Jan 26 @ 9:05 PM EST
    #425chat D Bakken DC Fargo, ND
  • Coach_JGill Jan 26 @ 9:06 PM EST
    #425chat
    In reply to @Def425chat
  • whouch03 Jan 26 @ 9:06 PM EST
    Wade Houchin, Lincoln Christian HS, Lincoln NE, Special Teams Coordinator- Sam/Whip-Wide Receivers Coach #425chat
    In reply to @Def425chat
  • CoachTLambert Jan 26 @ 9:06 PM EST
    Tony Lambert Oneida Tn. #425chat
  • Def425chat - Moderator Jan 26 @ 9:07 PM EST
    We will start momentarily! Continue the intros! Q1 is a couple minutes away! Be sure to use the #425chat for all responses!
  • vitale_sj34 Jan 26 @ 9:07 PM EST
    Steve Vitale. OLB Waukesha West, WI #425chat
  • CoachTWill22 Jan 26 @ 9:07 PM EST
    Trevor Williams- DBs- South Forsyth HS, Ga. #425chat
  • Coach_JGill Jan 26 @ 9:07 PM EST
    Never seen an OPI call I didn't love! #425chat
    In reply to @Def425chat
  • CoachTuell Jan 26 @ 9:07 PM EST
    #425chat Gary Tuell Sapulpa OK, OC/OL
  • 3anout Jan 26 @ 9:08 PM EST
    Richard Fong. DC. Oaks Christian. Southern California. #425chat
  • CoachM_Hancock Jan 26 @ 9:08 PM EST
    Mike Hancock - DC at Walnut Grove (GA) #425chat
  • CoachTew Jan 26 @ 9:08 PM EST
    Jeramie Tew DC Sapulpa high school, Sapulpa, OK #425chat
  • Def425chat - Moderator Jan 26 @ 9:09 PM EST
    Q1: What do you think is the key to stopping RPOs? #425chat
  • JasonConley20 Jan 26 @ 9:09 PM EST
    Some offensive guys sneaking in on a 425 chat tonight!! Stealing secrets. #425chat
  • The_Coach_A Jan 26 @ 9:10 PM EST
    Cody Alexander CBs Coach - Lovejoy HS (TX) Author - https://t.co/dmSOP6hmqQ #425chat
  • rmacblue Jan 26 @ 9:10 PM EST
    A1: Making it "LOOK" like you're playing MAN - sometimes, alignment is all it takes! #425chat
  • Coach_Palladino Jan 26 @ 9:10 PM EST
    A1: determining where you want the ball to go and making it your strength #425chat
  • JasonConley20 Jan 26 @ 9:10 PM EST
    A1: gotta make sure to take away their #1 threat!! #425chat
  • atley_matthew Jan 26 @ 9:10 PM EST
    @Def425chat Matthew Atley, Offensive & Defensive Line Coach, Jefferson R-7, Festus, MO #425chat
    In reply to @Def425chat
  • 3anout Jan 26 @ 9:11 PM EST
    A1. Mixing it up. Line stunts, cover 2 man. Disguise coverages. Stem the front. #425chat
  • jrmyhanson Jan 26 @ 9:11 PM EST
    A1) Stopoi g RPO is like anything else, win at the LOS and assignment discipline from secondary #425chat
  • PigSkinCoach Jan 26 @ 9:11 PM EST
    A1 sound assignment football, force the action, don't show coverage early #425chat
  • CoachTWill22 Jan 26 @ 9:11 PM EST
    A1: know who they read, who you must stop (who is their dude), disguise the coverage, and don't put players in conflict. #425chat
  • coachrugs Jan 26 @ 9:12 PM EST
    A1: Coverage disguise has helped us a lot. #425chat
  • coachdboucher Jan 26 @ 9:12 PM EST
    A1: simple alignment rules, with player understanding on run/pass first assignment. Alignment & assignment always key. #425chat
  • CoachHays13 Jan 26 @ 9:12 PM EST
    A1: Great mix of man and zone coverage, keep them guessing! #425chat
  • Coach_ZC Jan 26 @ 9:12 PM EST
    A1: Being multiple in pre-snap, winning 1st Dwn, clear rules for cov and fits, treat it like option. #425chat
  • The_Coach_A Jan 26 @ 9:12 PM EST
    A1: Pre-snap alignment. Make QB read post-snap. You can eliminate most passing RPOs by covering down over-hangs. Make'em earn it. #425chat
  • JasonConley20 Jan 26 @ 9:12 PM EST
    I'm in.... I'm sure my wife won't care to quit her job here in Cincy so I can coach some football!! Lol #425chat
    In reply to @CODY_GARDNER
  • Coach_A_Nowell Jan 26 @ 9:12 PM EST
    A1) Quick fitting force players from a 2 high presnap look #425chat
  • jrmyhanson Jan 26 @ 9:12 PM EST
    A1) Winning on the LOS and assignment discipline at the 2nd and 3rd levels #425chat
  • Def425chat - Moderator Jan 26 @ 9:13 PM EST
    #425chat
    In reply to @kylej1997
  • Coach_JGill Jan 26 @ 9:13 PM EST
    Multi pre/post snap pictures for O, Stunt/Blitz to cancel gaps/add a defender, win on 1st DN to get obvious D/D calls. #425chat
    In reply to @Def425chat
  • Def425chat - Moderator Jan 26 @ 9:13 PM EST
    I'm all about disguise. Make a 14-18 year old kid beat ya! Don't have to beat the coach! #425chat
    In reply to @The_Coach_A
  • CoachBehnfeldt Jan 26 @ 9:13 PM EST
    A1: ID the way they want to hit you and give them a blurred read on those plays. Formations alignment can help (Bear front) #425chat
  • CoachTew Jan 26 @ 9:13 PM EST
    A1: also keep them guessing. #425chat
    • CoachTew Jan 26 @ 9:11 PM EST
      A1: muddy the qb reads. Press man. Pressure. Giving different looks.
  • CODY_GARDNER Jan 26 @ 9:13 PM EST
    A1) 3 card monty.....keep the trigger changing, so that the "read" can give different looks. And be willing to play even strength #425chat
  • 3anout Jan 26 @ 9:13 PM EST
    A1. Let the LB's play the run and roll the safeties into the pass option. Bang the intendended WR, play the backside over the top #425chat
  • PigSkinCoach Jan 26 @ 9:13 PM EST
    A1 cont take the R out quickly #425chat
  • CoachM_Hancock Jan 26 @ 9:13 PM EST
    I like to rep against our first team offense RPO package. Helps both sides. #425chat
    In reply to @Def425chat
  • Coach_JGill Jan 26 @ 9:15 PM EST
    Agreed. If you know the read to can make the picture look the same for the O while changing D responsibilities. #425chat
    In reply to @CoachTWill22
  • The_Coach_A Jan 26 @ 9:15 PM EST
    A1: Don't think you have to play man to defeat RPOs. You have to understand both parts of the equation, How do they attack the air #425chat
  • CoachPMA Jan 26 @ 9:15 PM EST
    The Puma Phillip Archuleta signing in, DL/LB coach I. Albuquerque, New Mexico. Previously college and high school! #425chat
  • Def425chat - Moderator Jan 26 @ 9:15 PM EST
    Great insight so far on Q1! Feel free to RT, Favorite, or quote any tweet with the #425chat
  • CoachM_Hancock Jan 26 @ 9:16 PM EST
    We tell our guys the same thing! #425chat
    In reply to @Def425chat, @The_Coach_A
  • CoachTLambert Jan 26 @ 9:16 PM EST
    Mix QB responsibilities , proper fits , tighten sec. regardless of man or zone. No wandering eyes!#425chat
  • honeycutt_cody Jan 26 @ 9:16 PM EST
    take away the run by having gap responsibility and mix up coverages. Most rpo's happen very quickly. No deep shots. #425chat
    In reply to @Def425chat
  • Coach_JGill Jan 26 @ 9:16 PM EST
    Think this clip from Michigan State says a lot as well. #425chat
    In reply to @Def425chat
  • CODY_GARDNER Jan 26 @ 9:16 PM EST
    Having an O that runs it is huge. Helps you get reps and feel for it. That's most of the issue, is limited exposure #425chat
    • CoachM_Hancock Jan 26 @ 9:13 PM EST
      I like to rep against our first team offense RPO package. Helps both sides. #425chat
      In reply to @Def425chat
  • seanasu2000 Jan 26 @ 9:17 PM EST
    Q1 First preparation then disguise coverages and try to take away there best 2 or 3 #425chat
  • Def425chat - Moderator Jan 26 @ 9:17 PM EST
    great! Now it's time to go home! Just kidding! #425chat
    In reply to @Coach_JGill
  • The_Coach_A Jan 26 @ 9:17 PM EST
    A1: & how they attack the ground. Pre-snap align. (cover downs) can eliminate most screen/X-hitch passes. Then force the opt read. #425chat
  • Def425chat - Moderator Jan 26 @ 9:18 PM EST
    Q2: What is more important, disguising pre-snap looks or post-snap responsibilities to stop RPOs? #425chat
  • Def425chat - Moderator Jan 26 @ 9:18 PM EST
    Q2 is posted! #425chat
  • Coach_JGill Jan 26 @ 9:19 PM EST
    I blew it! #425chat
    In reply to @Def425chat
  • 3anout Jan 26 @ 9:19 PM EST
    #425chat We use quarters for safety run support. We'll roll from man free to 2 man and have the drop down S play the pass option.
    In reply to @CoachTew
  • rmacblue Jan 26 @ 9:19 PM EST
    A2: Pre-snap; forces the hand of the young QB - makes them want to eliminate an option before the snap if there is any doubt. #425chat
  • CoachTWill22 Jan 26 @ 9:19 PM EST
    don't have to, but it's good if they WANT to throw it. Especially if Q isn't a threat. 6 take run, 4 in man, 1 free. #425chat
    In reply to @The_Coach_A
  • The_Coach_A Jan 26 @ 9:19 PM EST
    Post-snap responsibilities. Use line movement to change the read & force the wk ball carrier to run the ball. Make'em Lt handed. #425chat
  • PigSkinCoach Jan 26 @ 9:20 PM EST
    A2 for us it post snap responsibility, teaching a tech is better then running around blind #425chat
  • CoachTew Jan 26 @ 9:20 PM EST
    A2: I think it's the marriage of both. Have to be able to give one look pre snap and a different look post. Confusion is key #425chat
  • jrmyhanson Jan 26 @ 9:20 PM EST
    A2) Pre-snap is most important, if you disguise it right you can force them to go to your strength #425chat
  • CODY_GARDNER Jan 26 @ 9:20 PM EST
    A2)For us it is post snap. Pre snap should feel uniform, coach can help, post snap it's all on that kid. #425chat
  • CoachHays13 Jan 26 @ 9:20 PM EST
    A2: we talk about playing hold-um not Indian poker! Never ever show your hand! #425chat
  • coachrugs Jan 26 @ 9:20 PM EST
    A2: Pre-Snap- Force the QB to make a decision that might not end up the way he wants. #425chat
  • Def425chat - Moderator Jan 26 @ 9:21 PM EST
    great points coaches! #425chat
    In reply to @CoachTWill22, @The_Coach_A
  • CoachBehnfeldt Jan 26 @ 9:21 PM EST
    A2: Post snap responsibilities are most critical to prevent RPO but pre-snap disguises are there to improve chances of success #425chat
  • CoachTWill22 Jan 26 @ 9:21 PM EST
    A2: Both. Find out what and WHEN they read and change looks. Always favor movement right after QB surveys the D. #425chat
  • Coach_Palladino Jan 26 @ 9:21 PM EST
    A2: pre snap. Making high school kids make decisions post snap is tough deal. #425chat
  • CoachM_Hancock Jan 26 @ 9:21 PM EST
    A2) make sure your kids know their post snap responsibility...want them playing fast and react #425chat
  • CoachGibson5 Jan 26 @ 9:21 PM EST
    A1) identify what part of the RPO you can live with and completely take it away! Stay in a base defense and rep it! #425chat
  • Def425chat - Moderator Jan 26 @ 9:21 PM EST
    Yessir! #425chat
    • CoachHarrell74 Jan 26 @ 9:21 PM EST
      always more important to finish where you are supposed to be!
      In reply to @Def425chat
  • CoachTLambert Jan 26 @ 9:21 PM EST
    Depends if coach is counting numbers/leverage pre-snap, or if truly in hands of QB #425chat
  • Coach_JGill Jan 26 @ 9:22 PM EST
    Post. Still gotta play no matter what happens pre-snap. Getting off blocks/tackling are great stoppers vs any scheme. #425chat
    In reply to @Def425chat
  • CoachM_Hancock Jan 26 @ 9:22 PM EST
    A2) Pre-snap is on us coaches, post snap on players #425chat
  • Def425chat - Moderator Jan 26 @ 9:23 PM EST
    then you still have ball players in the right spot to react! #425chat
    In reply to @peters1162, @The_Coach_A
  • 3anout Jan 26 @ 9:23 PM EST
    A2.Between the 2,presnap disguise is preferred. Make them decide before the snap and make them predictable. #425chat
  • The_Coach_A Jan 26 @ 9:23 PM EST
    If you handle the cover downs you keep your box integrity. The Saf's have to make the OLBs right, especially if 1 is a fold player. #425chat
    • peters1162 Jan 26 @ 9:22 PM EST
      @Def425chat what if it is a fake RPO? Meaning run blocking with pass but predetermined by coach.
      In reply to @The_Coach_A, @Def425chat
  • Coach_ZC Jan 26 @ 9:24 PM EST
    A2: Think of pre-snap as the base to stopping it. Can eliminate an option with it based on alignment. #425chat
  • CoachBehnfeldt Jan 26 @ 9:24 PM EST
    A2: want execution of post snap RPO defense vs pre-snap disguise. Otherwise, good teams can still nail you #425chat
  • JasonConley20 Jan 26 @ 9:24 PM EST
    A2) is everyone saying the same thing right now?? Pre-snap one look but move post snap to different look?? #425chat
  • Def425chat - Moderator Jan 26 @ 9:25 PM EST
    the Johns and Joes make the Xs and Os! We play with who we got! #425chat
    In reply to @whouch03
  • Def425chat - Moderator Jan 26 @ 9:25 PM EST
    #425chat
    In reply to @CoachHarrell74
  • CODY_GARDNER Jan 26 @ 9:25 PM EST
    If anyone wants, I shot a quick 4min video on TGOG. https://t.co/WQMIpUlCxD #425chat
  • Def425chat - Moderator Jan 26 @ 9:26 PM EST
    Q3: Which player is most often put in conflict with the RPOs within your defense? Backer? SS? #425chat
  • CODY_GARDNER Jan 26 @ 9:27 PM EST
    We will give 2 high but play 1/4s match, rolled 3, 2read or solo all from the exact pre snap alignment. #425chat
  • giveawayskoot Jan 26 @ 9:27 PM EST
    Hellooo :) #425chat (Def425chat) https://t.co/sFUmoKN6vn
  • Def425chat - Moderator Jan 26 @ 9:27 PM EST
    Q3 is up! Keep sharing great insight with the coaching community! #425chat
  • CoachM_Hancock Jan 26 @ 9:27 PM EST
    @3anout Are you the west coast version of me? #425chat #greatmindsthinkalike 😎
    In reply to @3anout
  • Def425chat - Moderator Jan 26 @ 9:27 PM EST
    #425chat
    In reply to @CoachHays13
  • rmacblue Jan 26 @ 9:28 PM EST
    A3: We play ZERO; so..I suppose the Safety on #2 since they are usually a good athlete in space with space to boot off the los #425chat
  • 3anout Jan 26 @ 9:28 PM EST
    #425chat Yes. We disguise and move around. Sometimes it's automatic depending on what groupings and formations we get
    In reply to @Def425chat
  • whouch03 Jan 26 @ 9:28 PM EST
    we are getting better with the cerebral end of things. We like the progress we are making. Always J &J over X&O's! #425chat
    In reply to @Def425chat
  • CoachTWill22 Jan 26 @ 9:28 PM EST
    A3: coaches in our region do a great job of reading multiple defenders, but the force player is the target of most RPOs. #425chat
  • Coach_Palladino Jan 26 @ 9:28 PM EST
    A3: backside LB or inserted safety #425chat
  • 3anout Jan 26 @ 9:29 PM EST
    #425chat Could very well be!
    In reply to @CoachM_Hancock
  • CoachM_Hancock Jan 26 @ 9:29 PM EST
    OLB for us since we bring them a good bit...use the term "blitz peel" to our guys #425chat
    In reply to @Def425chat
  • PigSkinCoach Jan 26 @ 9:29 PM EST
    A2 give your kids a chance, practice what you do best, we as coaches kno what we would do but most haven't been on field in yrs #425chat
  • CoachTew Jan 26 @ 9:29 PM EST
    Q3: backer. #425chat
  • CODY_GARDNER Jan 26 @ 9:30 PM EST
    A3)If I can help it, my fold cutback player, try to avoid force defender. I want to slow play it. Make them give it & rally! #425chat
  • JasonConley20 Jan 26 @ 9:30 PM EST
    A3- mainly a stack team, but seemed like power read picked on our end in 425. Also our olb vs speed option. #425chat
  • The_Coach_A Jan 26 @ 9:30 PM EST
    A3: Always a LB unless it is 20p. I want the sec to worry about the pass, & I can adj w/ them to create cover downs. #425chat
  • coachrugs Jan 26 @ 9:30 PM EST
    A3: Our force player seems to be the toughest. We ask the most out of our force player in our D, so I guess it's fitting! #425chat
  • 3anout Jan 26 @ 9:30 PM EST
    A3.It seems as though it's the OLB who is put into conflict. I anticipate Offensive guys evolving past that for next year. #425chat
  • honeycutt_cody Jan 26 @ 9:31 PM EST
    A3 in our defense our OLB is the one put in conflict the most. #425chat
    In reply to @Def425chat
  • CoachBehnfeldt Jan 26 @ 9:31 PM EST
    A3: I would say probably LB/SS is probably #1, Deep safety #2. Either looking for quick hitters vs LB/SS or deep shot vs biting S #425chat
  • JasonConley20 Jan 26 @ 9:31 PM EST
    A3- sorry, RPO's seemed to go against our olb. Mainly saw zone read with bubble attached or bubble slant reading olb. #425chat
  • The_Coach_A Jan 26 @ 9:31 PM EST
    . @JasonConley20 What formation did they pick on you? #425chat
    In reply to @JasonConley20
  • CoachHarrell74 Jan 26 @ 9:31 PM EST
    still figuring this all out as I go #425chat
    In reply to @Def425chat
  • CoachTLambert Jan 26 @ 9:31 PM EST
    Depends on box integrity choice. 4-2,4-1, 43 apex?The overhang/invert resp. Alignment tight or wide? #425chat
  • Def425chat - Moderator Jan 26 @ 9:32 PM EST
    no big deal! We are all learning tons! #425chat
    In reply to @CoachHarrell74
  • Coach_JGill Jan 26 @ 9:33 PM EST
    2x2 is either */WLB. 3x1 MLB/*. Expect to see a lot of Clemson Sweep/QB Counter variations w/ passes off it this year. #425chat
    In reply to @Def425chat
  • CODY_GARDNER Jan 26 @ 9:33 PM EST
    Now at WashMO, we read inside backer a ton, ran stick/spot route to his heels, off IZ & trap. #nasty #425chat
  • CoachTew Jan 26 @ 9:33 PM EST
    A3: I should clarify. In 2x2 sets it's our OLB. In 3x1 sets it's our ILB #425chat
  • The_Coach_A Jan 26 @ 9:33 PM EST
    Agree, each formation is different. Which is why you should formation your calls & teach the kids the way we see it. #425chat
    • CoachTLambert Jan 26 @ 9:31 PM EST
      Depends on box integrity choice. 4-2,4-1, 43 apex?The overhang/invert resp. Alignment tight or wide? #425chat
  • PigSkinCoach Jan 26 @ 9:33 PM EST
    A3 lbs that get caught in conflict to much if this happens to do this not this for most "fold" players #425chat
  • whouch03 Jan 26 @ 9:34 PM EST
    SS. Dude has to be so versatile! Easy to get sucked up and have #2 or #3 WR slip behind him. Any technique suggestions? #425chat
    In reply to @Def425chat
  • Def425chat - Moderator Jan 26 @ 9:35 PM EST
    Q4: With RPOs, do you try and dictate the read? Prefer runs or the throw? Why? #425chat
  • Def425chat - Moderator Jan 26 @ 9:35 PM EST
    Great job through the first 3 questions! Onto Q4! It is up! #425chat
  • The_Coach_A Jan 26 @ 9:36 PM EST
    . @whouch03 @Def425chat Cover him down and make him fit support instead of primary support. I'm assuming the SS is your Ni (Sam). #425chat
    In reply to @whouch03, @Def425chat
  • rmacblue Jan 26 @ 9:36 PM EST
    A4: Heck yes! Go ahead and run the ball vs 7 in the box. All Day. #425chat
  • CoachTLambert Jan 26 @ 9:36 PM EST
    A4) Stop run first! #425chat
  • CoachHarrell74 Jan 26 @ 9:36 PM EST
    forgot the #425chat
    In reply to @Def425chat
  • Coach_Palladino Jan 26 @ 9:36 PM EST
    A4: yes. Take away what they do best or make them play into our strengths. #425chat
  • CoachTew Jan 26 @ 9:36 PM EST
    Guys that play 2 man against RPOs do u have safeties play run so everyone else can play man for pass?? #425chat
  • CODY_GARDNER Jan 26 @ 9:37 PM EST
    A4) Run. Busted coverage equals points, #425chat
  • 3anout Jan 26 @ 9:37 PM EST
    #425chat When we run zone, we pattern read and play match up zone. Like man within the zone.
    In reply to @whouch03, @Def425chat
  • Coach_JGill Jan 26 @ 9:37 PM EST
    Always. If they're really reading it always try to force lesser of two evils based on their personnel. #425chat
    In reply to @Def425chat
  • The_Coach_A Jan 26 @ 9:37 PM EST
    I don't want throws into space (1on1). Keep it in the box & use line movement/str call to dictate ball carrier (weaker runner). #425chat
  • coachrugs Jan 26 @ 9:38 PM EST
    A4: Yes. We're going to do our best to make the O run the football w/, how we match up. #425chat
  • PigSkinCoach Jan 26 @ 9:38 PM EST
    A4 I think we all prefer them to run #1 stop the run on everyone's big board #425chat
  • whouch03 Jan 26 @ 9:38 PM EST
    thanks! #425chat
    In reply to @The_Coach_A, @Def425chat
  • CoachBehnfeldt Jan 26 @ 9:38 PM EST
    A4: if I could have my way, I want the ball handed off. The throws are the things that go for big. I can rally to a run, not a pass #425chat
  • coachdboucher Jan 26 @ 9:38 PM EST
    A4: who is their most dangerous player, take him away. All things being equal, give the IZ,have leverage, culture provides pursuit #425chat
  • The_Coach_A Jan 26 @ 9:38 PM EST
    Would be better to run a 4-Press & allow the OLBs to play run w/ the Saf's as fit support (correct the LBs fit). #425chat
    • CoachTew Jan 26 @ 9:36 PM EST
      Guys that play 2 man against RPOs do u have safeties play run so everyone else can play man for pass?? #425chat
  • CoachTew Jan 26 @ 9:38 PM EST
    Q4: all depends on who's most dangerous with the ball. Do what we can to make sure he doesn't get ball. #425chat
  • CoachTWill22 Jan 26 @ 9:39 PM EST
    A4: varies based on personnel. Keep it out of the hands of their best guy. #425chat
  • 3anout Jan 26 @ 9:39 PM EST
    A4. Stop the run first. Then, make them do what they don't want to do in given situations. #425chat
  • CoachHarrell74 Jan 26 @ 9:39 PM EST
    force the give for us we will always have an extra run fit in the box.#425chat
    In reply to @Def425chat
  • CoachJoker54 Jan 26 @ 9:40 PM EST
    @Def425chat With regard to DL play: Aggressive/Penetrating or occupying OL LBs? #425chat
    In reply to @The_Coach_A, @Def425chat
  • The_Coach_A Jan 26 @ 9:40 PM EST
    . @JasonConley20 You can dictate the path of the DE by using an "UP" or "Hold" call to the wk DE to change responsibility. #425chat
    In reply to @JasonConley20
  • CoachTLambert Jan 26 @ 9:40 PM EST
    Down/distance always a factor ! Also field / boundary ... #425chat
  • PigSkinCoach Jan 26 @ 9:40 PM EST
    A4 still gotta throw and catch most of us don't get to recruit our kids keep it in front and rally #425chat
  • Coach_ZC Jan 26 @ 9:41 PM EST
    A4: hand it off, keep it in the box where we can run to the ball. #425chat
  • CoachJoker54 Jan 26 @ 9:41 PM EST
    @The_Coach_A With regard to DL play: Aggressive/Penetrating or occupying OL for LBs? #425chat
    In reply to @The_Coach_A
  • honeycutt_cody Jan 26 @ 9:41 PM EST
    A4 we want the team to have only one read. Or muddy the read if we can. Don't give them the easy one. #425chat
    In reply to @Def425chat
  • JasonConley20 Jan 26 @ 9:41 PM EST
    @whouch03 Always collision #2?? May slow him down along with throw off the WR pattern? #425chat
    In reply to @whouch03
    • whouch03 Jan 26 @ 9:34 PM EST
      SS. Dude has to be so versatile! Easy to get sucked up and have #2 or #3 WR slip behind him. Any technique suggestions? #425chat
      In reply to @Def425chat
  • 12_MSL Jan 26 @ 9:42 PM EST
    As a offensive guy, listen to what @The_Coach_A is talking about. 2 things stop RPO's, QB's and Def front 4 #425chat
    In reply to @The_Coach_A
  • The_Coach_A Jan 26 @ 9:42 PM EST
    . @JasonConley20 If you are looking for resources check my Link Book out: https://t.co/paAlSMPozA | Write a new article every Fri. #425chat
    In reply to @JasonConley20
  • JasonConley20 Jan 26 @ 9:44 PM EST
    I like that!! Easy quick adjustment that's not confusing for your kids!! #425chat
    In reply to @The_Coach_A
  • CODY_GARDNER Jan 26 @ 9:44 PM EST
    Both! TGOG! #425chat
  • The_Coach_A Jan 26 @ 9:44 PM EST
    Depends on str call. DE has the 3t he holds (QB). DE has the N he is aggresive to take the dive (can change w/ an Up call). #425chat
  • Def425chat - Moderator Jan 26 @ 9:44 PM EST
    Q5: How do you try and stay "ahead" of these offenses dictated by RPOs? #425chat
  • CoachTLambert Jan 26 @ 9:45 PM EST
    I like aggressive DL movement read/block to expand or close and fit the backers ... #425chat
  • Def425chat - Moderator Jan 26 @ 9:45 PM EST
    Final Q has been posted! #425chat
  • The_Coach_A Jan 26 @ 9:45 PM EST
    That's the point! Got to against the spread & tempo. #425chat
    • JasonConley20 Jan 26 @ 9:44 PM EST
      I like that!! Easy quick adjustment that's not confusing for your kids!! #425chat
      In reply to @The_Coach_A
  • rmacblue Jan 26 @ 9:45 PM EST
    A5: Film and Prep; Gotta get your kids to understand what you understand! #425chat
  • JasonConley20 Jan 26 @ 9:46 PM EST
    A4- we played quite a few teams who did not throw well, so force them to throw. If a good passing team, force the run. #425chat
  • 3anout Jan 26 @ 9:46 PM EST
    A5. Having an offense that moves the sticks and scores helps a lot. #425chat
  • whouch03 Jan 26 @ 9:46 PM EST
    @Def425chat we do that and I like it. TBH didn't see a ton of RPO concepts last year. Expecting to see more #425chat
    In reply to @JasonConley20, @Def425chat
  • CODY_GARDNER Jan 26 @ 9:46 PM EST
    A1) Nothing different, make them predictable. #425chat
  • rmacblue Jan 26 @ 9:46 PM EST
    Atta Boy ZK @CoachKelleyAHS Nice job tonight. #425chat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • PigSkinCoach Jan 26 @ 9:47 PM EST
    A4 change up in fits is good but you better ppl able to coach a diff tech and tag it for quick turn over don't be a marker guy.. #425chat
  • PigSkinCoach Jan 26 @ 9:47 PM EST
    A4 cont...thst says just get up field #425chat
  • CoachTLambert Jan 26 @ 9:47 PM EST
    We use Surf tech-Backside end. Let the air out , flat and square ... surf ! Gap exchange BSLb #425chat
  • CoachBehnfeldt Jan 26 @ 9:47 PM EST
    A5: the best way to run defense is to the know the offense. Educate and find newest development of RPO and its philosophy #425chat
  • 3anout Jan 26 @ 9:48 PM EST
    A5. Players understanding RPO concepts is key. Getting ahead on first down helps: Put pressure on the OC. Make the QB wrong. #425chat
  • The_Coach_A Jan 26 @ 9:48 PM EST
    Formation pressure calls & understand where your cover downs are & fold players. Understand who the Off is reading & change it! #425chat
  • Coach_JGill Jan 26 @ 9:48 PM EST
    I usually start on Sunday by begging our OC to put up 50 so we don't really have to worry about it. #425chat
    In reply to @Def425chat
  • JasonConley20 Jan 26 @ 9:48 PM EST
    will do. I looked at some of your match quarters ideas after the #swarmfbchat on Tuesday!! Very good stuff!! #425chat
    In reply to @The_Coach_A
  • PigSkinCoach Jan 26 @ 9:49 PM EST
    A5 work tackling every day it's a 1on1 situation against variety of plays not just Rpo #425chat
  • Def425chat - Moderator Jan 26 @ 9:50 PM EST
    Great job tonight coaches! Send in topic for next week! Always appreciate showing up and any shout outs! #425chat
  • The_Coach_A Jan 26 @ 9:50 PM EST
    A5: You have to force the read post-snap. Stay even & static until the ball is snapped. Plus, use bluffs to counteract check teams. #425chat
  • CODY_GARDNER Jan 26 @ 9:50 PM EST
    Won a game 84-56, it wasn't sweet. #425chat
    In reply to @Coach_JGill, @Def425chat
  • Coach_JGill Jan 26 @ 9:51 PM EST
    If that doesn't work, tackle in space, win on 1st, no pre snap flags, get off on 3rd, - plays, & takeaways all help. #425chat
    In reply to @Def425chat
  • CoachTLambert Jan 26 @ 9:52 PM EST
    At the end of the day, do what you do best, be sound, and play fast! #425chat
  • The_Coach_A Jan 26 @ 9:52 PM EST
    A5: Play with the cover downs & play underneath coverage to the bnd vs single-WR. Play w/ leverage & make the Off think. #425chat
  • JasonConley20 Jan 26 @ 9:52 PM EST
    @CODY_GARDNER is this a football chat or basketball?? 84-56?? Haha #425chat
    In reply to @CODY_GARDNER
    • CODY_GARDNER Jan 26 @ 9:50 PM EST
      Won a game 84-56, it wasn't sweet. #425chat
      In reply to @Coach_JGill, @Def425chat
  • The_Coach_A Jan 26 @ 9:54 PM EST
    Here's the link to the "Leverage the Boundary" article. Gotta have a bluff package. #425chat Link :: https://t.co/EXxS5SkpPy
    • The_Coach_A Jan 26 @ 9:52 PM EST
      A5: Play with the cover downs & play underneath coverage to the bnd vs single-WR. Play w/ leverage & make the Off think. #425chat
  • coachdboucher Jan 26 @ 9:54 PM EST
    A5: in season rep A&A, tackling, film/scout, stop top plays. offseason=clinic up w/ staff to bounce ideas and be together as staff #425chat
  • The_Coach_A Jan 26 @ 9:56 PM EST
    . @CoachBehnfeldt @CoachJoker54 Agree. You have to teach them anchor points & the natural gap exchanges. It's opt football. #425chat
    In reply to @CoachBehnfeldt, @CoachJoker54
  • All22ChalkTalk Jan 26 @ 9:57 PM EST
    @The_Coach_A dropping ALOT of knowledge on #425chat Do yourself a favor and give him a follow #TheArtofX
    In reply to @The_Coach_A
  • JasonConley20 Jan 26 @ 9:58 PM EST
    When you guys send calls in, do you have automatic checks for certain formations due to RPO's? #425chat