Having a Dominant Defense at the Point of Attack – URI uses a four word progression every snap to maximize the play of their defensive line.

by Joe Coniglio
Defensive Line Coach, University of Rhode Island
American Football Monthly July 2015 Issue Online

URI uses a four word progression every snap to maximize the play of their defensive line.

Coaching a defensive line to be dominant is based on consistency in coaching. The players standard of performance begins and ends with their coach. We believe if players don’t understand their assignments, we need to change the way they are taught. Consequently, if drills aren’t showing up on tape, the drill needs to be adjusted. There is no such thing as “dumb players”, ju...Login to Read More

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