Confuse the Quarterback (Part I)

To stop the zone read, it is critical to present a number of different coverages to the opposing quarterback including a two-deep safety look.

The zone read spread offense has had a major impact on all levels of football in recent years. Defensive coordinators have had to make adjustments to their base defensive calls in order to defend the basic running plays, play assignment football against the option, and defend the pass. Many years ago at a coaching clinic I heard a coach say that ...Login to Read More