The 3-4 defensive scheme book

Phillips largely has been credited for adapting his father bum phillips traditional 3 4, twogap defense into a more modern 3 4, onegap scheme predicated on the use of quicker players and more. Bucs could take pages from wade phillips book in switch to 3. Its packed with detailed instructions, simple diagrams, and quicklearn coaching pointers that you can take right to practice. Since the basics of a 3 4 defense went over well, lets move on to the next 3 down lineman scheme. Because there are only three linemen, the outside linebackers may play the role of the defensive end at some times, essentially giving a 43 look. Most 3 4 teams, however, have to have at least one twogap linemen. The 34 defense has become more popular in recent years with both nfl and college defenses. Phillips largely has been credited for adapting his father bum phillips traditional 34, twogap defense into a more modern 34, onegap scheme predicated on the use of quicker players and more. This is just meant to give you a basic outline and does not in any way attempt to cover everything the hawks do. Coach koutsantanous rambo blitz is an adjusted blitz concept run from a 34 defensive alignment. One basic approach using the 34 scheme is the ability to get lined up. Heres how those defenses are evolving to find answers. While the concept of rushing an olb in the 34 is simple there are multiple choices the defense can make to help make a basic call more versatile. The alignment features three down linemen and four linebackers in the front seven, thus the name 34 defense.

Though i have transitioned from an odd 34,52, and 53 or an even 43, 4. A natural conclusion for many defensive coordinators around the country has been a shift away from a fourdown front and into a 3 4 scheme. Gus bradleys 43 defense and the leo position big cat. Aug 05, 2019 whether or not you have players suited for a 3 4 or 4 3 scheme, and your personal preference on which of those two defensive schemes you want to run. While the concept of rushing an olb in the 3 4 is simple there are multiple choices the defense can make to help make a basic call more versatile. It is rarely just a fit of genius that invents a brand new defensive scheme. There packages are exactly as ours because they are theirs. Also, what kind of personnel do i need to run this front 7. What skill sets to look for in an ideal 3 4 lineman, linebacker or defensive back. The alignment features three down linemen and four linebackers in the front seven, thus the name 3 4 defense. Blitz package from the 34 defense article coaches insider. The 34 defense is so named because it involves 3 down linemen and 4. Get the worlds best dvd and videos with top football coaches and athletes. In the world of high school football, a lot of teams do not have the size on the defensive line to play a 3 4 defense the way college and pro teams play their 3 4.

The 34 is the modern day version of the old 50 defense. Most 34 teams, however, have to have at least one twogap linemen. In rexs scheme, at least two defensive linemen were asked to twogap on every play. We talk about how to align the front, why you would use it, and where to go from here in creating your aggressive 34 defense to stop the offense from running the football and throwing it. The 3 4 defense is a basic football defensive formation that is used by several nfl teams. A natural conclusion for many defensive coordinators around the country has been a shift away from a fourdown front and into a 34 scheme. The 34 defense is one of the most popular defenses at the college and professional level of football, but not youth defenses. This was the first defensive scheme i ever coached in, and the first defense i ever coordinated as a jv defensive coordinator. The alignment of the 4 3 defense is what allows you to maximize speed on the field, while not sacrificing run defense. In a basic 43 or 34 defense, there are four defensive backs on the field 2 cornerbacks, 1 strong safety, and 1 free safety. The 34 in a flexible defense, and provides some great advantages when it comes to rushing the quarterback and defending against the pass. Many teams have won the super bowl with the 34 defense as its base defense, most recently, the green bay packers in 2011. Bucs could take pages from wade phillips book in switch.

The 34 defense has become more popular in recent years with both nfl and college. Onegap 34 defense keeps offenses on their heels afca insider. View the largest selection of videos with hundreds of free. If you missed the writeup on the 34, you can find it here. Be sure to subscribe for the next parts and check out meister madden for even more. With the knowledge gained in this book, you should see a huge increase in your sack. Chiefs moving to 34 defensive scheme arrowhead pride. We have found, however, that if you slant your defensive line strong and weak, you can play a singlegap 34 defense that allows teams to use a 34 scheme with smaller linemen. Dec 23, 2012 while the 3 4 defense will commonly 2gap the defensive linemen, we 2gap the linebackers in the 4 3 defense particularly the mike linebacker. The slanting 34 defense is one of the most versatile defenses. The adjustment of the blitz is determining which linebacker will blitz mike or blood based on the alignment of the running back.

How 43 defenses are evolving to stop the smashmouth. Ratledge has had numerous football articles published in national publications as well as authoring four books, attacking football s wingt, football s attacking 46, coaching football s special teams, and developing a defensive game plan. The 34 defense is a basic football defensive formation that is used by several nfl teams. The 34 defense affords teams the luxury of disguising who will be their fourth rusher.

With the knowledge gained in this book, you should see a huge increase in your sack totals, interceptions, and forced fumbles while seeing a decrease if the points you allow per game. Dec 30, 2015 on the outlaw technique the rushing olb sam plays the d gap and the ilb mike plays the c gap on flow to the te. Whether or not you have players suited for a 34 or 43 scheme, and your personal preference on which of those two defensive schemes you want to. Each volume in the coaching by the experts series features articles on a specific topic that have been carefully selected from past editions of. Thats why we created the ultimate 4 3 defense playbook. Aug 01, 2019 34 nano blitz man blitz from dubbys madden turf defensive e book, offensive gun bunch cluster out tommorrow dont forget to sub. Its designed to operate a bit differently than what we typically think of with a fourlineman defense. The 34 under was a common front run by the texans and defensive coordinator wade phillips during the 20 season in houston.

This book gives the youth coach all the knowledge he needs to. We eventually added in a number of wrinkles as the season went on, but the base was installed during the first 2aday practice. This is my attempt to explain how the 34 works, and what personnel work best with it. The scheme was a natural variant from a defense he coached in another venue under holtz. However, defenses will readily switch to other defensive alignments such as a nickel defense or a dime defense as circumstances change. Kenny ratledge is the defensive coordinator at sevier county high school 6a in sevierville, tennessee. Onegap 34 defense as teams begin to get faster, more spread out, and more pass heavy on offense, a way many defenses are counteracting this is by moving to a 34 defense. If you use a custom book, it will show your defense as a 43, regardless of. The 34 defense is a defense that has 3 defensive lineman, 4 linebackers thus, 34, 2 corner backs, and 2 safeties. Introducing mqs first fulllength book, cautious aggression. The other main variation of the 34 in use in the nfl is the one gap 34. The most common defensive scheme in vogue today is the 43 over backed by quarters coverage, a system that allows defenses to control the edges and extra defenders flying to the football against running. The flexibility of the 3 4 and the added athlete on the field makes the scheme spread friendly. Before we get to the chalkboard and all22 looks of the two base 43 fronts over and under, we need to discuss the gaps and alignments along the defensive line.

Tilburg wolves defensive attitude we assume any player suits up for the main purpose of fun. Marvin lewis wont commit to 43 defense and wants to name. Jan 25, 2020 this is part 1 of a full defensive scheme for madden 20. How a new version of the 34 can help defenses stop the run. Defensive tackles will read their keys and maintain their responsibility. The basics of the 34 defensive front bleacher report. Our philosophy is to be a very aggressive defense with movement and multiplicity form our base. We changed to the 34 defense in 2014 and it made a huge difference. In the world of high school football, a lot of teams do not have the size on the defensive line to play a 34 defense the way college and pro teams play their 34.

The flexibility of the 34 and the added athlete on the field makes the scheme spread friendly. By the experts features articles from 19 top coaches on a variety of 34 topics including alignments and adjustments, secondary coverages, linebacker play, and. Its looking like guenther will leave for another job, and it appears lewis is already thinking about his next defensive coordinator, who may end up wanting to run a 34 defense in cincinnati. While the concern about depth on the defensive line is real, playing a 34 is far from a cakewalk for linemen. This is most certainly an easy defense to implement with basic gap responsibilities. This video teaches you hoe to run defensive plays that will get you lots of sacks and still have good coverage. This makes it an ideal fit for the youth level as it can adapt just as easily to a 2 te set as a 4 wr formation while staying strong against the run. Inside, youll discover a simple, step by step formula for installing and implementing a top notch 4 3 for any competitive level. I am going to try out the 34 after being a 43 for most of my ncaa football life. How 43 defenses are evolving to stop the smashmouth spread. In american football, the 34 defense is a common defensive alignment consisting of three.

Mar 27, 2020 the 3 4 in a flexible defense, and provides some great advantages when it comes to rushing the quarterback and defending against the pass. It is a called a base defense because it is the default defensive alignment used on base downs 1st and 2nd downs. Master madden 18 with the zans attacking 34 defensive gameplan by zan. In 2019, the cardinals returned to the 34 under new defensive coordinator. On the outlaw technique the rushing olb sam plays the d gap and the ilb mike plays the c gap on flow to the te. The slanting 3 4 defense is one of the most versatile defenses. You can disguise coverages in that 425 type defense, and keep the edge set pretty well. Which nfl defensive schemes are most effective which style of defensive football has been the most effective by nep. In american football, the 34 defense is a common defensive alignment consisting of three down linemen and four linebackers. Apr 02, 20 i enjoyed this article i am a 2nd year defensive coordinator, with 4 years playing in this defense, and another year assistant defensive coordinator. Im using a custom hc with the eagles and have an attacking 34 scheme and 34 personnel archetypes chosen.

Jan 14, 2015 the other main variation of the 3 4 in use in the nfl is the one gap 3 4. Because there are only three linemen, the outside linebackers may play the role of the defensive end at some times, essentially giving a 4 3 look. Jun 20, 2019 the 3 4 defense affords teams the luxury of disguising who will be their fourth rusher. The slanting 34 defense in youth football slanting and. By the experts features articles from 19 top coaches on a variety of 34 topics including alignments and adjustments, secondary coverages, linebacker play, and zone blitzes. Madden 20 34 odd pinch buck 0 nano blitz dubby madden.

Zans attacking 34 defensive gameplan by zan playbook. Jan 12, 2017 wade phillips is famous for being the rare 34 coach who runs a predominantly onegap system. You have too good of defensive linemen, you can scheme up to stop the. Jun 06, 2012 the scheme was a natural variant from a defense he coached in another venue under holtz. Since the basics of a 34 defense went over well, lets move on to the next 3 down lineman scheme. We will be efficient in red zone and goal line situations.

We say, base, but the scheme alabama runs is a multilook. Onegap 34 defense keeps offenses on their heels afca. This is just meant to give you a basic outline and does not in. Andre carter and the 3 4 defensive scheme in a text message to a reporter last week, andre carter declined to address speculation that the redskins might trade him because of their expected switch from a 4 3 base front to a 3 4 hybrid defense. Many programs are getting rid of the 43 and replacing it with a scheme, experts say, thats built to combat the latest evolution of college football. The 34 defense gives your defense a unique look that your opponents will not see on a regular basis. During the 1970s and 1980s the 34 defense was the most widely used defense in the nfl. In fact, its a more physically demanding scheme than a 43.

Alignments, assignments and gap responsibilities for every position on the field. A look at the 34 and whether or not wsu could run the scheme. Running parallel to the defensive dilemma of lineman depth is the popularity of the spread. If you missed the writeup on the 3 4, you can find it here. The defensive lineman that work best in a 34 defense do not always work. Can anyone explain its strengths, weaknesses, blitzes and so on. The back seven include four linebackers and three defensive backs ss is a hybridmonster type player. Redskins insider andre carter and the 34 defensive scheme. If, at the end of the day, someone cannot see the fun in an action by a wolves player or staff member, we should strive to solve this matter. Predictably, this scheme calls for the defensive line to only be responsible for a single gap rather than two.