In this episode, I talk about:* Hybridization on offenses, especially at the skill positions* WRs at RB…?* Offenses going heavier and defending 4-man surfaces* Running 12p/21p packages while still leaning into the Spread passing game* Problems within a movement-based scheme* Deeper discussion on mobile QBs and the evolution of the game* Non-Traditional Tampas (NTTs)—» Articles on the above topics…» Shawn’s article on the Shanahan offense: Shanahan Schemes—» Follow Shawn on Twitter: Syed Schemes» Last week’s pod:» MatchQuarters is a reader-supported publication. So, make sure to subscribe, like, and share articles.© 2023 MatchQuarters | Cody Alexander | All rights reserved. Get full access to MatchQuarters at matchquarters.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, I talk about:* How Shawn & I became great friends* The continued rise of the 2-high shell* Why do we see fewer man-match zones in the NFL* How mobile QBs are reshaping defenses* How offenses are adjusting to more odd front looks* Running the ball still matters* Defending condensed sets—» Articles on the above topics…Shawn’s article on the Shanahan offense: Shanahan Schemes—» Follow Shawn on Twitter: Syed Schemes» Last week’s pod:» MatchQuarters is a reader-supported publication. So, make sure to subscribe, like, and share articles.© 2023 MatchQuarters | Cody Alexander | All rights reserved. Get full access to MatchQuarters at matchquarters.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, I talk about:* Building the language* Creating Quarters tools in your Cover 3* Buzz/Thumbs* Match It!/Zone It!* Route matches—» 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-Field Coverages» DB 101 Playlist full of quick clinics on techniques, drills, & fundamentals.» Last week’s pod…» MatchQuarters is a reader-supported publication. So, make sure to subscribe, like, and share articles.© 2023 MatchQuarters | Cody Alexander | All rights reserved. Get full access to MatchQuarters at matchquarters.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, I talk about:* Coverage Expense Account* Basic coverage rotations in Cover 3* Creating a simple Match 3 (Rip/Liz or 3Y)—» 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-Field Coverages» DB 101 Playlist full of quick clinics on techniques, drills, & fundamentals.» MatchQuarters is a reader-supported publication. So, make sure to subscribe, like, and share articles.© 2023 MatchQuarters | Cody Alexander | All rights reserved. Get full access to MatchQuarters at matchquarters.substack.com/subscribe

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 Guidebook to Split-Field Coverages» DB 101 Playlist full of quick clinics on techniques, drills, & fundamentals.» MatchQuarters is a reader-supported publication. So, make sure to subscribe, like, and share articles.© 2023 MatchQuarters | Cody Alexander | All rights reserved. Get full access to MatchQuarters at matchquarters.substack.com/subscribe

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, Match Quarters - A Modern Guidebook to Split-Field Coverages» DB 101 Playlist full of quick clinics on techniques, drills, & fundamentals.» Last week’s episode:» MatchQuarters is a reader-supported publication. So, make sure to subscribe, like, and share articles.© 2023 MatchQuarters | Cody Alexander | All rights reserved. Get full access to MatchQuarters at matchquarters.substack.com/subscribe

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…* Solo-Poach Coverage* Stress (Sky) Coverage* Special/Stubbie—» 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 on techniques, drills, & fundamentals.» MatchQuarters is a reader-supported publication. So, make sure to subscribe, like, and share articles.© 2023 MatchQuarters.com | Cody Alexander | All rights reserved. Get full access to MatchQuarters at matchquarters.substack.com/subscribe

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 on techniques, drills, & fundamentals.Last week’s episode…» MatchQuarters is a reader-supported publication. So, make sure to subscribe, like, and share articles.© 2023 MatchQuarters.com | Cody Alexander | All rights reserved. Get full access to MatchQuarters at matchquarters.substack.com/subscribe

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 topic, Match Quarters - A Modern Guidebook to Split-Field CoveragesLast week’s episode:» MatchQuarters is a reader-supported publication. So, make sure to subscribe, like, and share articles.© 2023 MatchQuarters.com | Cody Alexander | All rights reserved. Get full access to MatchQuarters at matchquarters.substack.com/subscribe

» 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. Get full access to MatchQuarters at matchquarters.substack.com/subscribe

»» 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. Get full access to MatchQuarters at matchquarters.substack.com/subscribe

»» 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 Get full access to MatchQuarters at matchquarters.substack.com/subscribe

»» In this episode, I talk about:- Ways to attack the Flexbone offenses using pressure- Coverage Pressure - ILB "Pops"- Field & boundary reductions- AdjustmentsPart 1: Defending the FlexbonePart 2: Defending the Flexbone - Motions© 2022 MatchQuarters | Cody Alexander | All rights reserved. Get full access to MatchQuarters at matchquarters.substack.com/subscribe

»» 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 Flexbone© 2022 MatchQuarters | Cody Alexander | All rights reserved. Get full access to MatchQuarters at matchquarters.substack.com/subscribe

»» 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 | All rights reserved. Get full access to MatchQuarters at matchquarters.substack.com/subscribe

»» 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-upRead the article: Attacking the Guard in Pass Protection© 2022 MatchQuarters | Cody Alexander | All rights reserved. Get full access to MatchQuarters at matchquarters.substack.com/subscribe

»» 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 thinkExternal 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. Get full access to MatchQuarters at matchquarters.substack.com/subscribe

»» 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 thinkExternal 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. Get full access to MatchQuarters at matchquarters.substack.com/subscribe

»» 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. Get full access to MatchQuarters at matchquarters.substack.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. Get full access to MatchQuarters at matchquarters.substack.com/subscribe