Welcome back to The Board Drill Podcast! In this episode, we sit down with Coach Matt Perkins, head coach of the Rock Bridge Bruins (MO), to break down his unique Double G run scheme. We cover everything from offensive formations, pulling guards, and RPOs to game-planning strategies and practice structure. If you love Wing-T principles, Air Raid influence, and creative offensive football, this is a must-watch!

📌 Topics Covered & Timestamps:

0:00 – Intro & Special Guest Coach Matt Perkins

1:14 – What is Double G? (It's NOT Buck, NOT Pin & Pull!)

2:18 – Why Rock Bridge Averages 8+ Yards Per Play on This Concept

3:18 – Empty Wing-T? The "Bear Raid" Explained

5:38 – Coach Perkins’ Coaching Journey & Offensive Philosophy

8:18 – Weekly Practice Plan & How They Stay Fresh

10:28 – Scripted Reps & Why They Don’t Draw Plays on the Fly

12:07 – How Formations & Motion Create Leverage

16:50 – Film Breakdown: Double G in Action

23:38 – Pulling Techniques & The Importance of Square Pulling

26:52 – How to Handle Blitzes Against Double G

29:50 – Tackle Over & Unbalanced Sets: How Defenses Struggle to Adjust

35:18 – How They Protect Double G (RPOs, Screens, & Play Action)

42:37 – Montana State Influence? Guard Pull Opposite + Quick Screen

47:22 – How to Install & Teach Tackle Over in a Simple Way

49:12 – Coach’s Unique Fundraising Idea: Steak Dinner & Scrimmage

53:39 – Final Thoughts & How to Connect with Coach Perkins

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Welcome back to The Board Drill Podcast! This week, hosts Kyle Bradburn and Matt Dixon are joined by Coach Calvin Potthast, head coach at Triad High School (IL), to break down defensive line stunts, blitz packages, and pressure schemes that disrupt offenses and create big plays.

0:00 Intro
0:30 Guest Introduction
1:20 Defensive Philosophy
3:00 Base Defensive Structure
5:45 Why Defensive Stunts Matter

8:30 Pirate Stunt
10:05 Shin Stunt
11:50 Blood Stunt
14:10 Cross Stunt
17:00 X Stunt

20:20 Sam Lightning
23:00 Mike Blast
25:15 Willmo Blitz
28:30 Crash Blitz

31:45 Angel and Trick Blitzes
34:00 Cincy Pressure
37:15 How to Teach Stunts in Practice
40:00 Film Breakdown

45:30 When to Use These Stunts
48:00 Coaching the Details
50:15 Closing Thoughts

Defensive Stunts and Blitz PackagesBringing Pressure with LinebackersGameplan-Specific Stunts and AdjustmentsFinal Thoughts and Takeaways

In this episode of the Board Drill Podcast, Kyle Bradburn and Matt Dixon sit down with Coach Michael Rubino, offensive coordinator and wide receivers coach at Heritage High School (TN), to discuss "Condensed Sets" on offense. Coach Rubino shares insights into how condensing formations can create mismatches, simplify assignments, and challenge modern defensive trends.

Timestamps:

0:00 Welcome & Introductions

4:12 Why Condensed Sets Work

12:45 Simplifying Assignments for Skill Players

25:30 Adjusting to Defensive Adaptations

40:10 Q&A and Takeaways

Don’t miss this deep dive into modern offensive innovation!

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In this episode of the Board Drill Podcast, Kyle Bradburn and Matt Dixon sit down with Coach Josh Jones, the Head Football Coach at Bearden High School in Knoxville, TN. Together, they break down passing game organization, from quarterback play fundamentals to conceptual frameworks that simplify reads and maximize efficiency.

In this episode of the Board Drill Podcast, Coach Kyle Bradburn chats with Coach William Eads, the Offensive Coordinator and Quarterbacks Coach at Gardendale High School in Alabama. Together, they explore the art and science of tempo in football, breaking down its challenges and advantages for both offensive and defensive coaching.

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In this episode of The Board Drill Podcast, we welcome Coach Dean Davidson, Offensive Coordinator and O-Line Coach at Dresden High School (TN). Known for his run-game expertise, Coach Davidson dives into the nuances of flood variations as a versatile offensive concept. He shares insights from his offseason study, including how to leverage flood to attack zone defenses like Cover 3 and adapt the concept for high school quarterbacks with differing skill levels.

In this episode we explore:

✅ The essentials of vertical stretching with flood concepts.

✅ Creative adaptations for different personnel and defensive schemes.

✅ Using utility plays for consistent success.

✅ Balancing traditional and modern approaches like slot fades and RPOs.

Coach Davidson also discusses the importance of offseason tinkering to build better game strategies and improve teaching methods for players at every level.

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Timestamps:

0:20 – Introduction to Coach Dean Davidson and his offseason studies.

1:17 – Fundamentals of flood concepts: zones and vertical stretch.

4:14 – Quarterback reads: pure progression vs. defender-based.

16:31 – The connection between Y-Cross and flood as complementary plays.

30:11 – Adaptation during the season and prioritizing effective plays.

41:52 – Offseason adjustments and creative play design.

In this episode of The Board Drill Podcast, hosts Kyle Bradburn and Matt Dixon welcome back Coach Sean Cooley, offensive coordinator and associate head coach at Hixson High School, TN. Known for his deep dives into football’s technical aspects, Coach Cooley shares insights into the intermediate and deep passing game. Whether you’re a coach or a fan of high-level football strategy, this conversation covers crucial tactics to elevate your passing attack. Get ready for actionable advice on route combinations, timing, and the adjustments needed to beat different defensive looks.

In this episode of the Board Drill Podcast, Kyle and Matt dive into the QB run game showcased during the recent North Dakota State vs. South Dakota State FCS clash. The game featured creative quarterback runs, including Q Power Bash, Q Counter, and more, providing key insights into how these top-tier FCS teams use the QB to gain a numbers advantage. We also discuss strategies for handling defensive squeeze techniques and how both teams used QB runs to exploit defenses. Stay tuned for a breakdown of these schemes and the lessons coaches can take to improve their own game plans.

Episode Summary

In this episode of The Board Drill Podcast, hosts Kyle Bradburn and Matt Dixon discuss a range of topics, from the frustration with preseason polls to a breakdown of some exciting football plays. They debate whether preseason polls should exist and delve into an array of games, including NCAA and NFL matchups. They analyze play strategies like GH counter bluff reverse, share thoughts on head coach decisions during crucial game moments, and look at the challenges facing teams like Florida State. The hosts also tackle a week’s worth of game predictions and close by planning to check in on their past podcast guests and how their seasons are progressing.

Show Notes and Timestamps