In this episode, we flip the script. Kyle Bradburn moves from host to guest, and Matt Dixon leads the deep dive into Kyle’s defensive install process. If you coach high school or college football and run quarters-based coverages, this is a detailed look at how to structure your install with clarity, confidence, and pressure from Day 1.Kyle outlines how he builds out his Cover 7 package over time. He discusses base rules, daily structure, alignment tools, pressure integration, and how his players take ownership of checks post-snap. Whether you call it split-field quarters, match quarters, or Cover 7, this is a must-watch for coaches looking to build a system that teaches players how to solve problems on the field.Subscribe to the channel for more defensive breakdowns, coaching education, and in-season strategy from real coaches doing the work.Subscribe on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@boarddrillFollow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/boarddrillTurn on notifications to catch every new episodeTimestamps00:00 – Intro and role reversal01:30 – How Kyle structures his install02:40 – Day 1 priorities and pressure mindset03:30 – Teaching player-led adjustments and checks04:15 – Using Clamp vs 2x206:00 – Base rules for split zone quarters08:45 – Install sequencing against 20 and 21 personnel11:10 – Adjusting to trips and motion14:00 – Keeping the toolbox manageable17:05 – Coverage tags: Clamp, Sky, Solo, Special20:40 – Corner technique and teaching points23:55 – Nickel and Star player roles26:15 – Pattern-match triggers in Cover 730:10 – Pressure installation and rules33:00 – Tying pressure into coverage structure36:45 – Advice for new playcallersIf this episode helped you, drop a comment, share it with your staff, and subscribe to the channel.