Voodoo Magic

by Rob Cushman
Head coach, Eastern Oregon
American Football Monthly December 2000 Issue Online

TODAY\'S SPREAD ATTACKS require defenses to be extremely flexible. Nowhere in the country is a defense more challenged by the spread then here in the Northwest. On a typical Saturday, we see three, four and even five wideouts stretching the field sideline-to-sideline while quarterbacks and receivers play pitch and catch at least 50 times a game.

A defense must also contend with strong running games. A one- or two-back scheme, the inside zone, stretch or counter, power lead and even t...Login to Read More

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