Let's Talk Ball!

In this episode, we talk about:

* How can the Chiefs design counters for the 49ers’ ‘static’ mentality on defense?

* What are some ways the Chiefs can attack San Fransisco’s defensive structure?

* Kansas City offenses run some of the highest rates of motion in the NFL and often use quick motion to create. We explain how the Chiefs use motion to set up plays.

* The Chiefs run the highest amount of split-field coverage in the NFL, focusing on playing MOFO coverages on most downs. How does Shanahan generally attack two-high structures?

* How have teams attacked the 49ers with pressure?

* The Chiefs overwhelmingly lead the league in blitzing the CBs at 10.3%, which is down from 11.3% pre-playoffs, mostly using them against reductions. What are some counters to these pressures?

* After watching some Chiefs tape, how do you feel the run game will differ heading into the Super Bowl for the 49ers?

* What is the general plan on 3rd Down for the 49ers, especially against a split-field defense?

* The Chiefs routinely attack a defense with stacks and bunches and utilize their TE, Travis Kelce, in various ways to gain the matchup or leverage they want. What are some concepts to look for?

* Utilizing the running back will be an important area for the Chiefs' offense against San Francisco, especially RB screens. What can you say about their screen game?

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Bobby has written extensively on the 49ers and is one of the best sources for offense in the NFL. He is a coach currently on sabbatical. Most recently, he was the offensive coordinator at Providence Catholic in New Lenox, Illinois, in 2022, which finished as state runner-up.

He is an author who breaks down NFL offenses in more detail than any other resource on the market and started a Substack in 2023 called Alert The Post.

» Substack: alertthepost.com

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» Get his full line of books on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Bobby-Peters/author/B07S84Z3K8

» Last pod: https://www.matchquarters.com/p/nfl-trends-part-2-shawn-syed-sumer-sports

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In this episode, I talk about:

* Hybridization on offenses, especially at the skill positions

* WRs at RB…?

* Offenses going heavier and defending 4-man surfaces

* Running 12p/21p packages while still leaning into the Spread passing game

* Problems within a movement-based scheme

* Deeper discussion on mobile QBs and the evolution of the game

* Non-Traditional Tampas (NTTs)

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» Articles on the above topics…

» Shawn’s article on the Shanahan offense: Shanahan Schemes

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In this episode, I talk about:

* How Shawn & I became great friends

* The continued rise of the 2-high shell

* Why do we see fewer man-match zones in the NFL

* How mobile QBs are reshaping defenses

* How offenses are adjusting to more odd front looks

* Running the ball still matters

* Defending condensed sets

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» Articles on the above topics…

Shawn’s article on the Shanahan offense: Shanahan Schemes

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In this episode, I talk about:

* Building the language

* Creating Quarters tools in your Cover 3

* Buzz/Thumbs

* Match It!/Zone It!

* Route matches

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» Articles on the above topics…

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» For a comprehensive breakdown of how I teach & categorize my coverages, check out my full-length book on the topic, Match Quarters - A Modern Guidebook to Split-Field Coverages

» DB 101 Playlist full of quick clinics on techniques, drills, & fundamentals.

» Last week’s pod…

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In this episode, I talk about:

* Coverage Expense Account

* Basic coverage rotations in Cover 3

* Creating a simple Match 3 (Rip/Liz or 3Y)

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» Articles on the above topics…

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» For a comprehensive breakdown of how I teach & categorize my coverages, check out my full-length book on the topic, Match Quarters - A Modern Guidebook to Split-Field Coverages

» DB 101 Playlist full of quick clinics on techniques, drills, & fundamentals.

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In this episode, I talk about:

* Re-designing Cover 6 (QQH)

* Fangio’s “Zeus” call to target the best WR

* What is Tampa 2?

* Non-Traditional Tampas (NTTs)

* Different variations of NTTs with real-life examples

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» Articles on the above topics…

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» For a comprehensive breakdown of how I teach & categorize my coverages, check out my full-length book on the topic, Match Quarters - A Modern Guidebook to Split-Field Coverages

» DB 101 Playlist full of quick clinics on techniques, drills, & fundamentals.

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In this episode, I talk about:

* Why Bracket is so prevalent at the high levels of football

* Bracket vs Cone & how to adjust the coverage to a stud WR outside

* Why Bracket is the key to modern coverages

* Trap coverage schemes & techniques

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» Articles/Links on the above topics…

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» For a comprehensive breakdown of how I teach & categorize my coverages, check out my full-length book on the topic, Match Quarters - A Modern Guidebook to Split-Field Coverages

» DB 101 Playlist full of quick clinics on techniques, drills, & fundamentals.

» Last week’s episode:

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In this episode, I talk about:

* Different schemes used to defend Trips

* Solo/Poach Coverage

* Stress Coverage

* Special/Stubbie & Stump Coverage

* Different strategies for defending the backside WR

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» Articles on the above topics…

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» For a comprehensive breakdown of how I teach & categorize my coverages, check out my full-length book on the topic, Match Quarters - A Modern Guidebook to Split-Field Coverages

» DB 101 Playlist full of quick clinics on techniques, drills, & fundamentals.

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In this episode, I talk about:

* Foundations of coverage - Sky/Cloud

* Alignment, assignment, & techniques

* Formation adjustments

* Adjustments in coverage & different techniques

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» For a comprehensive breakdown of how I teach & categorize my coverages, check out my full-length book on the topic, Match Quarters - A Modern Guidebook to Split-Field Coverages

» DB 101 Playlist full of quick clinics on techniques, drills, & fundamentals.

Last week’s episode…

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In this episode, I talk about:

* Coverages are just shapes / The Geometry of football

* Six words I use to define roles within coverage

* Terms to know / Technique glossary - Split flow vs. Load Flow / Push & Tack-Back

* Defining verticals & Smash Rules

* Alignment basics - Safety spokes

» For a comprehensive breakdown of how I teach & categorize my coverages, check out my full-length book on the topic, Match Quarters - A Modern Guidebook to Split-Field Coverages

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