We have talked about the Inside Linebackers, so now is the time to delve just a little deeper into the position. The Inside Linebackers as you recall align off the ball at 4-5 yards. They are the second level of defense. In a 4-3 defense, there are three linebackers off the ball and the ones…
The Zone Scheme
Understanding the Zone Scheme to maximize performance. The most skilled athlete will have little affect on the outcome of the game if she does not know how to play or does not know the rules of the game. It is the leader’s or coach’s job to teach players how to play and the rules of…
The 4-3 Outside Linebacker
Outside linebackers are tough, quick leaders on the field. Outside linebackers are quite different depending on the front a defense uses. Outside linebackers in a 3-4 front are primarily pass rushers. Teams that prefer a 4-3 defensive front have outside linebackers who perform like inside linebackers. They align off the ball at 5 yards and…
The 4-3 Defensive Lineman
Goal: disrupt the running game and sack the quarterback The difference between a 4-3 defensive lineman and a 3-4 defensive lineman is not only in the physical characteristics, but also in the philosophy of the defensive schemes themselves. In a 3-4 defensive structure the primary objective of the three defensive lineman is to occupy the…
The 3-4 Defensive Line
The 3-4 Defensive Lineman are unique and fascinating team players with tremendous size, strength and athleticism. The Defensive Line position is the best when broken down into two segments. Teams will base their defense out of a 3-man front or a 4-man front. The 3-man front is called a 3-4 defense and utilizes three Defensive…
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