Split the Field In Half

Every defensive backfield coverage has its strengths and weaknesses. What can maximize its effectiveness is knowing concepts of half-field coverage along with multiple disguises.We are a defense that defenses formations. The field always plays a part in how we cover that formation. Very few times are the run or pass requirements the same to both sides of the formation, so we feel a need to have the ability to run one coverage to one side of the formation and another coverage to the other side of the formation – that is, split or half-field coverage.     In the mid 1970’s, we were able to visit the University of Texas when David McWilliams was the defensive coordinator. Texas was running a 4-3 defense. From a secondary perspective vs. 21 personnel, they liked to mix their coverage between a 2-combo to the TE and a 1-Banjo to the split end. In a 4-2-5, we were able to