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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 — » Articles on the above topics… — » For a comprehensive breakdown of how I teach & categorize my coverages, check out my full-length book on the topic, Match Quarters - A Modern Guide...

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 — » Articles/Links on the above topics… — » For a comprehensive breakdown of how I teach & categorize my coverages, check out my full-length book on the topic...

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 — » Articles on the above topics… — » 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-F...

In this episode, I talk about: * Foundations of coverage - Sky/Cloud * Alignment, assignment, & techniques * Formation adjustments * Adjustments in coverage & different techniques — » 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...

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...

» In this episode, I talk about: - What is Odd and Even spacing - Examples of 7, 8, & 9-man run spacing - Examine different run-fit structures 7-man Spacing Resources: » Belly-Key » Gap Exchanges » MatchQuarters is a reader-supported publication. So, make sure to subscribe, like, and share articles. © 2023 MatchQuarters.com | Cody Alexander | All rights reserved. This is a public episode. If you'd...

»» In this episode, I talk about how the 49ers: - Eliminated Lamb - Closed off the MOF – Run-throughs - Forced Dak to throw into contested windows - Gave up the low throws & played top-down coverage - Made the other WRs win the game ...& Fred Warner is an alien © 2023 MatchQuarters.com | Cody Alexander | All rights reserved. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscr...

»» In this episode, I talk about: - Trevor Lawrence's early struggles against the Chargers - Big play to end the half - 2nd Half adjustments by the Jags - Detail several plays that led to an improbable comeback This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.matchquarters.com/subscribe

»» In this episode, I talk about: - Ways to attack the Flexbone offenses using pressure - Coverage Pressure - ILB "Pops" - Field & boundary reductions - Adjustments Part 1: Defending the Flexbone Part 2: Defending the Flexbone - Motions © 2022 MatchQuarters | Cody Alexander | All rights reserved. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus...

»» In this episode, I talk about: - Defending the basic motions from the Flexbone offense - How to communicate in a split-field coverage structure - The How & Why behind defending motions - Answers for how the offense will attack — **This is Part 2 of 3, so make sure to tune in next week to learn about applying pressure to the Flexbone offense. Related Content: Listen to Part 1 of Defending the Fl...

»» In this episode, I talk about: - Defending the Flexbone from a 3-4 - Specific formations & alignments - Basics of coverage - Basics of defending motions - Techniques & responsibilities of all positions — **This is Part 1 of 3, so make sure to tune in next week to learn how to defend the main motions from the Flexbone offense (Part 3 will cover pressures). © 2022 MatchQuarters | Cody Alexander |...

»» In this episode, I talk about: - The NFL is a pass-protection league - How to attack the 3 main pass pros - How to create 1-on-1 matchups - 5-O alignments - Blazers/Split Front - Broncos vs Texans blitz - Wrap-up Read the article: Attacking the Guard in Pass Protection © 2022 MatchQuarters | Cody Alexander | All rights reserved. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other...

»» In this episode, I talk about: - 5 games I’m looking forward to - 4 things we learned from last week - 3 predictions - 2 articles from the MQ archive - 1 bias to make you think External Pod Links : > Apple: > Spotify: > Audible: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/04cd8c81-2f16-4ab3-9dbd-c4ac234c751c »» Watch on YouTube: © 2022 MatchQuarters | Cody Alexander | All rights reserved. This is a publi...

»» In this episode, I talk about: - 5 games I’m looking forward to - 4 things we learned from last week - 3 predictions - 2 articles from the MQ archive - 1 bias to make you think External Pod Links: > Apple: > Spotify: > Audible: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/04cd8c81-2f16-4ab3-9dbd-c4ac234c751c > Watch on YouTube: © 2022 MatchQuarters | Cody Alexander | All rights reserved. This is a public...

»» In this episode, I talk about: - Standard types of Cover 3 - Pros/Cons of MOFC - Why focus on 3x1? - Skate, Cross, Skinny, Buzz, & Site - Wrap-Up © 2022 MatchQuarters | Cody Alexander | All rights reserved. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.matchquarters.com/subscribe

»» In this episode, I talk about: - Week 0 Review - Week 1 Preview - WVU/Pitt, Oregon/Georgia, Cincy/Arkansas, Utah/Florida, & Notre Dame/Ohio St. - Wrap Up: What P5 will be upset by the FCS, best game no one is talking about, & biggest surprise team for ‘22 »» Watch on YouTube © 2022 MatchQuarters | Cody Alexander | All rights reserved. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss t...

»» In this episode, I talk about: - In-season format transition for The Art of X Show - UConn vs Utah St. - North Texas vs UTEP - Nebraska vs Northwestern ( in Ireland! ) - Review of other Week 0 matchups - Trends to look for in ‘22 © 2022 MatchQuarters | Cody Alexander | All rights reserved. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus epis...

»» In this episode, I talk about: - These young QBs are built different - Math problems/ Spatial Darwinism - Run fits matter & the Defensive Paradox - Tampa Bay vs Philly Film Study (Exit/Tam) - Wrap-Up Article: Pod Links: »» Watch on YouTube: © 2022 MatchQuarters | Cody Alexander | All rights reserved. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to...

»» In this episode, I talk about: - The Spread won & NFL trends - Why the Fangio system is king & the Mahomes “ heat map ” - Spacing & front structures - Detail Fangio’s Cover 6 - Wrap-up — Related Content: Flipping the Script ( Fangio’s C6 ) — Pod Links: »» Watch on YouTube: © 2022 MatchQuarters.com | Cody Alexander | All rights reserved. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this wi...

»» In this episode, I talk about: - Creepers vs Sims Explained - Brady, Allen (Mex), & Bears - Early Down Sim & the Troy Trojans (Why?) - Favorite Simes: Allen & Mahomes (Mars/Marino) — Related Content: July ‘22 Blitz of the Month (Troy Sims) — Links: — »» Watch on YouTube: © 2022 MatchQuarters.com | Cody Alexander | All rights reserved. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with...

»» In this episode, I talk about: - Swiss Army Knife your defense - Football is a Coverage 1st/Pass 1st game - Steal, the Air Raid Killer - Miami’s “Zero” EYES in the Red Zone - Bracket to the boundary — Related Content: Three Coverages to carry this Fall — »» Watch on YouTube: © 2022 MatchQuarters.com | Cody Alexander | All rights reserved. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this...

»» In this episode, I talk about: - Chiefs' offense isn't fair - Quads Formations - Box vs Bingo Bunch coverages - Bills vs Chiefs - Poaching the back side Safety — Related Content: Defending "Quads" Bunch Formations — »» Watch on YouTube: © 2022 MatchQuarters.com | Cody Alexander | All rights reserved. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to...

In this episode I talk about: * Blitz vs Pressure & Blitz Rate * Evolution of the modern defense * Early-down & non-presentation Simulated Pressures * W. Virginia defense vs Minnesota offense * MAC 3 simulated pressure — Related Content: June ‘22 #BOTM - W. Virginia’s MAC 3 — Watch on YouTube: © 2022 MatchQuarters.com | Cody Alexander | All rights reserved. This is a public episode. If you'd like...

In this episode I talk about: * Stepping outside my ecosystem & comfort zone * Bias & how it affects growth * Cover 3 basics * How Bracket was “key” * Teaching 3Y coverage — Related Content: Creating a simple way to run Match 3 © 2022 MatchQuarters.com | Cody Alexander | All rights reserved. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episo...

In this episode, I talk about: * What really goes on during halftime * The Bengals 2nd Half adjustments * Shutting down Mahomes, Kelce, & Hill * Drop 8 & 1-Cross film study The film breakdown can be found on YouTube: This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.matchquarters.com/subscribe