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Play diagram or illustration depicting the tricky shift in a game between Central Michigan and Western Michigan. The tight end starting as the left tackle, left tackle shifting to the slot, tailback moving to the backfield, and H-Back in motion from left to right for a sprint out option.

Central Michigan’s Tricky Two Point Play

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February 1, 2024November 14, 2024
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Hey Coach, Today I want to show you one of my favorite plays from Central Michigan in a game against Western Michigan. You can also… Read More »Central Michigan’s Tricky Two Point Play

Players from the Rose Hulman University football team, led by Coach Nick Davis.

Nick Davis breaks down his Spread Defense

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January 31, 2024November 14, 2024

Hey Coach, Here’s a fact: Whether or not you run a spread or RPO-heavy defense, you’re probably looking for ways to stop it (or slow… Read More »Nick Davis breaks down his Spread Defense

Elite Special Teams In just 40 Minutes A Week

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January 30, 2024November 14, 2024
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Hey Coach, I want to tell you a quick story about one of the best programs of the past decade in Indiana – New Palestine… Read More »Elite Special Teams In just 40 Minutes A Week

Steal this Trick Play from Urban Meyer

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January 30, 2024November 14, 2024
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So today we’re going to talk about a play you may have forgotten about, but should make sense for a lot of coaches. Before we… Read More »Steal this Trick Play from Urban Meyer

Football diagram of unique formations from the GoGo offense.

6 Unique Formations from the GoGo Offense

by Football Playbooks
January 25, 2024November 14, 2024

Hey Coach, Today we’re gonna do something a little different and feature a guest article from Coach Jake Franklin. Jake has a great X (Twitter… Read More »6 Unique Formations from the GoGo Offense

Coach Jacob Gill and 3-Safety Defense Discover Coach Jacob Gill's innovative 3-Safety defensive scheme, proven to elevate teams from state semi-finalists to champions. Learn how to add an extra player to top coverages and pressure packages effortlessly, enhancing defensive versatility.

Have You Faced This Defensive Scheme Yet?

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January 25, 2024November 14, 2024

Hey Coach, If you want to master the newest trend in defensive football in the fastest time possible, this is the most important message you’ll… Read More »Have You Faced This Defensive Scheme Yet?

Football coach strategizing defensive blitzes and pressures on a chalkboard. Coach Tyler Manes shares five essential rules for attacking pass protections effectively in football defense. Understand the difference between "paths" and "pressures," learn offensive line rules, and use pre-snap movement to create confusion for the offense.

Five Rules for Attacking Pass Protections

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January 22, 2024November 14, 2024
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Hey Coach, Systems are better than starting from scratch every single week. When you’re designing your pressure packages on defense, having some guiding principles will… Read More »Five Rules for Attacking Pass Protections

American football coach discussing strategic 2 Read coverage with players on the field. The Tite 3-4 - The Complete Series All Six Videos by Throw Deep Publishing. Coach Manes introduces the 2 Read (Rambo) coverage, a flexible defensive scheme with various coaching points for each player. Learn about corner alignment, hammer technique, linebacker responsibilities, and safety adjustments to effectively implement this coverage in your defense.

One Coverage That Solves A TON Of Problems

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January 22, 2024November 14, 2024

Hey Coach, If you could only play one coverage all game long, what would it be? Do you even have a coverage like that in… Read More »One Coverage That Solves A TON Of Problems

Defensive players demonstrating techniques in the Tite 3-4 defense formation. Learn coaching tips for defensive ends and nose tackles to maximize effectiveness on the field. Learn about the Tite 3-4 Defense and its key components, including the Tite Front alignment and coaching strategies for defensive ends and the nose tackle. Coach Manes explains React-Attack and Attack-React techniques, along with insights into coaching linebackers in this defensive scheme.

The Tite 3-4 Defense – What You Need To Know

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January 16, 2024November 14, 2024
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Hello Coach, Before we start, I want to recommend excellent and exclusive content! This video series will give you all the foundational knowledge you need… Read More »The Tite 3-4 Defense – What You Need To Know