Joe Daniel Football: Recent Episodes
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There are MANY situations that play out during a football game. It’s hard to pinpoint any one that’s the MOST or LEAST important. But, without a doubt, playing defense in the Red Zone is very important. On this episode Joe and Daniel discuss the importance of Red Zone Defense, why we’re forced to make changes […]
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Playcalling has changed drastically over the years. From running a WR in to communicate each play, to signals, radio comms, and poster boards. We all do things a little differently. On this episode, Joe and Daniel are talking with innovator and Head Football Coach Thad Wells to discuss his “Rooski” play calling system. Listen to […]
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In this episode of the Football Coaching Podcast, hosts Daniel Chamberlain and Joe Daniel are joined by coach Tony DeMeo. Together, they discuss the ups and downs of their respective coaching weeks and dive into Coach DeMeo’s rich football journey. Coach DeMeo shares his unique experiences, from running the wishbone offense to implementing smart splits, […]
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Throughout our careers, we have both stumbled upon greater understandings of the game of football, the schemes that fit into it, and the path of being a coach. We call these our “Aha Moments.” On this episode, Joe and Daniel talk about their individual “Aha Moments” on Offense, Defense, and in regards to the total […]
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In the modern game, tags make the world go round. Whether you’re tagging formations, pass routes, run blocking, or RPOs… Tags can create a whole new offensive world for you and your team, without adding another base play to the playbook. On this episode, Joe Daniel and Daniel Chamberlain discuss the importance of using tags […]
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Three Safety Defenses have started making a name for themselves at places like Iowa State University. But, high schools across the land are also incorporating more of the scheme in their defense. Sometimes a new thing is good, especially if it fits the “Coach Simple, Play Fast, Win!” ideology. On this episode Joe and Daniel […]
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It’s week 8, your playoff chances are on the line. Your star Running Back is deemed ineligible because he let his grades slip. What do you do? Well, hopefully you put some plans into action long before this happened. On this episode Joe and Daniel discuss the ways you can fill holes in your depth […]
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In this episode of the Football Coaching Podcast, hosts Daniel Chamberlain and Joe Daniel engage in an insightful discussion with new Owasso Rams head coach Antonio Graham about his coaching journey and key principles in football coaching. The conversation highlights essential coaching values such as adaptability, maintaining core beliefs during schematic changes, and fostering a […]
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College Football 25 is taking the world by storm in 2024! After 11 years of waiting, the “boys are back in town.” We’re all playing just as much as you… except for when we’re in practice of course. On this episode Joe and Daniel are joined by friend of the show, and YouTube gaming sensation, […]
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Just like the offensive episode from last week, this episode is all about trimming down that expansive playbook you’ve built over the last 12 months. On this episode Joe and Daniel discuss the process of playbook management, what you can do to trim your playbook without cutting it too much, and when to expand what […]
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After a full summer of learning all the newest trends, adding 100 tags to your system, and now it’s time to get it all installed. But, we have to be real with ourselves at some point about what we can get installed with any confidence. On this episode Joe and Daniel discuss the process of […]
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The fourth phase of the game, the referee, is something that we all need to better understand. We all focus on offense, defense, and sometimes… special teams. But focusing on the Ref crew is often overlooked. On this episode Joe Daniel and Daniel Chamberlain are joined by Mike D the Referee from the Whistle Talk […]
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Condition in the days of old was something of a debacle. Due to the increase of research and knowledge in this realm, most of us are moving forward and looking for a better way. On this episode Joe and Daniel discuss how conditioning is changing from the past to the present, how they’re establishing new […]
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Option football is as old as the game itself, but it’s also still based on one player making some type of read to know where the ball will go. When defending the option, you are being put in a spot to be WRONG. So, you need to have a plan to force the QB’s hand. […]
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Unbalanced formations add a lot of stress to the defense. From adjustments, counts, angles… It all adds up on young players trying to communicate their issues to a coach. So use it to your advantage! On this episode Joe and Daniel discuss the definition of unbalanced formations, their advantages, and why gap scheme pairs with […]
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Parents. More than that, parents of players on your team. Some loathe them, some love them. But, regardless of where you stand on the topic, you need them. You need them to help you build your team, your program, and your culture. On this episode Joe and Daniel discuss the importance of keeping parents close […]
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TRANSCRIPT Daniel Chamberlain: Welcome back, coaches. This is the Football Coaching Podcast. Hi, I’m Daniel Chamberlain. I’m here with Joe Daniel, as always. Joe Daniel: What’s up, Coach? Daniel Chamberlain: I’m great. It’s been a very long two weeks living in the woods, chased by snakes. It’s been, Joe Daniel: I don’t like that. Daniel […]
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“Blitz Paths” are a very convoluted way to say “modular blitzes.” Blitz paths are pieces of blitzes that can be called together to mix and match pieces of different defenses. It’s not the most simple thing to understand either. On this episode Joe and Daniel are joined by Coach Chris Vasseur, aka Coach Vass, to […]
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In football, there are many ways to throw the ball around. Many coaches use two primary types of concepts; full field or mirrored routes. Either can be effective, but mirrored route concepts may fit you best. On this episode Joe and Daniel discuss the differences of the two concept types, why you should use mirrored […]
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Install season is just a couple of months away! Is your install schedule locked in? How are you getting from new team to playoff contender this year? On this episode, Joe and Daniel discuss the key pieces of an install schedule, why the schedule matters, and how they’re progressing each side of the ball. […]
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Offseason, and more specifically Summer, is upon us. It’s time to convince kids to come spend their summer mornings (or evenings) picking up heavy things and putting them down. But, we all know you have a lot of competition for their time. So, how do you build the buy in and improve your summer weights […]
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2-Tight formations are all the rage in small school football, especially against odd front defenses. If you’re running one of those (3-4, 3-3) then it would be smart to have a plan for how you’ll align to and attack a 2-tight formation. On this episode Joe and Daniel discuss everything you need to know about […]
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Counter (maybe only falling under Power) is one of the most popular run plays in High School football today! Everyone has a version, and they’re all useful. But, why do so many variations exist? On this episode Joe and Daniel discuss the foundations of Counter, why they carry multiple variations, and what the advantages of […]
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In a lot of states, spring time is the second best time of the year, right behind the fall. We get to blow the dust off of the pads and helmets and get back on the practice field for a couple of weeks, and see what our kids (and coaches) remember. On this episode Joe […]
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Winning programs have more than “great schemes” in common. The best programs have a sense of accountability built into them. A self-governing team accomplishes more with less, because everyone is bought in. The term we’ve given this trait of accountability is Culture! On this episode Joe and Daniel discuss the big buzz word, what it […]
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Developing your Offensive Line is one of the most important tasks you can perform as a coach. Whether you’re the Offensive Line coach, the Offensive Coordinator, or the Head Coach, you’ll find your success goes as the OL development goes. On this episode Joe and Daniel are joined by Owasso Rams Co-OC and Offensive Line […]
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Offensive Coordinators LOVE trying to break your defensive rules. As defenses get more “simple,” OC’s try to make your simplicity work against you. Even your most basic rules can become jumbled when dealing with condensed edges and TE Nub formations. On this episode Joe Daniel and Daniel Chamberlain are working through defending TE Nub, taking […]
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You’ve probably noticed that Joe and Daniel have been starting the podcasts a little differently recently. We’re doing what all good coaches do, stealing an idea and making it our own. On this episode, we’re talking about our new “Level Up” section of the podcast, how it’s making us better coaches, and how we hope […]
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Teaching Quarterback reads isn’t the easiest part of coaching, for sure. Often coaches start in the trenches and learn the run game. But, eventually you have to get to the passing concepts and how your QB will decide who to throw the ball to. On this episode, Joe and Daniel are joined by a friend […]
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Watching game film is just like every other skill in coaching, it takes practice to get good at. Unfortunately, we don’t watch enough film when the pressure is off as coaches. We see it as a time-sink and keep that for weekends before in-season games. But, if we commit to a process to improve, we […]
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In the current world of high fly, high movement, “formation them to death” offenses that seemingly have all the rules in their favor, just getting an efficient defense on the field can feel like an impossible task. On this episode Joe and Daniel are joined by Coach Chris Cole to talk game planning an opponent, […]
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The 2-minute offense is something that only comes around twice per game, but is used in every game! It’s a fairly special scenario in which your offensive play calling may see a break from all other tendencies to take advantage of a short clock. On this episode, Joe and Daniel discuss what a 2-Minute offense […]
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Concussions have, unfortunately, been a part of football for as long as we can remember. Even when it was just a statement, “Dude, I got my bell rung,” they were still happening. Today is no different. In the “Arms Race” between safe football equipment and Bigger, Faster, Stronger athletes, there is ample opportunity for concussions […]
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In 2023-24 we saw a LOT of football being played out of the two-high safety shell. High School to the NFL, size and league did not matter. What’s this “static” look all about, and how are we coaching our players out of it? Joe and Daniel are joined by University of Tulsa Safety Coach (and […]
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The Quick Game isn’t some new fangled thing in football. In fact, in the passing game, it may be as old as the power/counter combo. However, it is still extremely effective. The quick game can give you a quick strike game plan to take advantage of what your opponent is giving you defensively. On this […]
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Power, the backbone of the gap-scheme world. A foundational play for offenses the world around. But, with the evolution of defenses, multiple front teams, and high pressure packages, how can we ensure the Power play stays relevant? On this episode Joe and Daniel are talking variations of Power, what base power is, why you need […]
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Clinic Season is a FULL GO! But, are you getting the most out of it? Do your coaches disappear to the bar on Friday night and show up to catch the ride home? Are they sitting at the back of the room on their phone? We often take “vacations” for clinics when we should be […]
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Decentralized command is a tenant of leadership for us military members. In football, you just call it hiring a coordinator. But, that task isn’t always as simple as “just hiring a coordinator.” Sometimes you get to hire someone in, and sometimes you have to promote from the guys you have. On this episode Joe and […]
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As with the Defensive Staff Break Down from two weeks ago, we go through all the ways you can organize your Offensive Staff to get the most efficient coach-to-player coverage. This episode was recorded at the 2024 American Football Coaches Association Convention in Nashville, TN. How your staff size dictates your organization You can […]
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Adding to your staff can be a great thing! Many coaching staffs are short at least one guy, and likely more than one. But, if you aren’t getting that new coach ready to be a functioning part of the team, you may find yourself with another fan with a whistle. On this episode Joe and […]
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Your team is only as good as your staff. But, your staff is only as good as your ability to organize them. You have to get the best coaches coaching the players they’re the best at coaching to maximize your success. On this episode Joe and Daniel discuss defensive staff organization, what it should look […]
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Last week we talked about finding the perfect job, so it’s only right to follow it up with HOW to get the job. We invited eightlaces.org founder, Chris Fore, to come shed some light on this topic. On this episode we’re talking all about how to make yourself stand out, what mistakes will hurt your […]
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It’s job hunting season. Many coaches, head and assistant, are moving on from one place to find greener pastures. But, what is the perfect job? On this episode Joe and Daniel discuss why the job matters, what the red flags are to stay away from, and what things you should target in a job. Why […]
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There comes a time in every job when talent must be rearranged. Football Coaching is no different. You could even say, as a Head Coach, talent management is the majority of your job. But, when is the right time to make those changes? On this episode Joe and Daniel discuss the reasons a coach should […]
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Communication tends to be most Football Coaches’ weak spots. In an Alpha dominated world, we just think everyone else around us has our knowledge base or assume they know what needs to be done. Unfortunately, in most cases, our assumptions are wrong. On this episode Joe Daniel and Daniel Chamberlain discuss what a plan of […]
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Another season has come and gone. Unless you’re holding the trophy at the end (and maybe even if you’re holding the trophy), there’s at least one thing you need to fix or update in your system. No system is perfect, and some are just bad. On this episode Joe and Daniel discuss why you shouldn’t […]
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Every season we learn lessons as coaches. What are we good at, what are we bad at, what do we need to expand or contract in our playbook and system. This year was no different. On this episode Joe and Daniel are going through YOUR lessons learned from YOUR season. Put all front in […]
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Toxicity happens in every profession. It happens on Wall Street, it happens in the military, and it happens in sports. Generally, it’s magnified in positions when the rules or positions put a toxic person “in charge” of others. This is especially an issue when that group is made up of kids that can’t take a […]
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As the off season begins for many across the country, it’s time to focus on what you need to improve for next year. Without a doubt, many of you have strength and speed on your improvement list. But, it’s not just THAT you hit the weight room. It’s HOW you hit the weight room that […]
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As voted on by the loyal listeners, we bring you a peek into our lives as parents. On this episode Joe and Daniel are joined by veteran coach Kenny Ridley to talk all things, parenting and coaching. How did being a father affect you as a Coach? Once you’re a father, you see a […]
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The Pro Style Offense is an ever evolving system. Originally named after the actual schemes being used in the NFL, it has taken an identity of its own as a balanced offense capable of being used as a Smash Mouth running offense, or an air-it-out passing attack. On this episode Joe and Daniel are discussing […]
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With the Wing-T, and its variations, being so popular, and the 4-2-5 being the most used JDFB defensive system, we figured it was time to put the two together. We’re talking about defending the Buck Series with the 4-2-5 defense. On this episode Joe and Daniel will break down the strengths of the 4-2-5, what […]
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The Tiger Cat Blitz… super solid name (especially if your mascot is a tiger), but even more solid of a scheme. This is the cheat code of all blitzes, by reducing your risks and multiplying your reward. On this episode Joe and Daniel discuss the Tiger Cat Blitz, how to install it, and how to […]
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Having a Star QB can open up a WORLD of opportunity. But, if you aren’t prepared to really let him shine, you could find yourself wasting some top tier talent. On this episode, Joe and Daniel discuss using a Star QB in the Spread system. We talk through what a star looks like, what makes […]
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In any defense, you need ALL 11 men to fill their role, “Do your job,” if you will. But, on the defensive line, a man amongst boys can make your life much easier. Not all stars look the same, though. On this episode, Joe Daniel and Daniel Chamberlain discuss the makeup of a Star Defensive […]
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Getting help running our schemes is something that EVERY coach struggles with. Having someone else point out our flaws isn’t an easy thing to do. But, it could be one of the most beneficial things you can do for your team and your development. On this episode, we discuss the importance of using Game Film […]
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Lots of teams are “multiple” on Defense. You’ll get a little odd front, a little even. Maybe they’ll play a quarter in attack mode, and then one just playing base. But, being multiple on offense is a fairly new concept and is even breaking into the NFL. Go check out the Detroit Lions and their […]
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As football defenses continue to trend… as they will do… we’re seeing more 4-2-5 on friday nights. If you’re running an “old school” offense, like the wing-t, you’re probably thanking the football gods that you get to block up an even front once again. For the rest of us, we’re trying to block up a […]
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Gap Scheme and odd fronts CAN seem like a mismatch for the defense at face value. But, knowing your defense and using your advantages in your favor can lead to some great outcomes. On this episode, Joe Daniel and Daniel Chamberlain discuss what exactly constitutes “Buck Series”, what the advantages of running the 3-4 truly […]
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We all dream of having a “bell cow” running back to hang our hat on throughout the season. But, misusing that type of player in the Pro Style Offense can see you losing your best player before year end. On this episode Joe Daniel and Daniel Chamberlain discuss how to let your star running back […]
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Justin Dottavio is an athletic trainer and long time user of the Dale Baskett Speed and Movement training program. He uses Dale’s teachings in his every day work to help kids of all sports and disciplines. Joe Daniel and Daniel Chamberlain are joined by Coach Justin Dottavio to discuss how Dale’s program changed his world […]
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A star Inside Linebacker can be an absolute game changer for your defense, especially in the run game. But, are you getting the full potential out of your linebacker? If not, is it your playcalling that’s holding him back? On this episode Joe Daniel and Daniel Chamberlain (the one in the war paint) discuss what […]
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Gap scheme, old school football, can be run against any defense. The 3-4 defense is taking the country by storm, and it’s inevitable that you’ll see it this season. We’re taking a look at these two proven systems against each other. On this episode, Joe Daniel and Daniel Chamberlain are discussing the advantages, disadvantages and […]
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If you have a star WR, you probably know it. What you may not know is how to use him to his fullest. How can I get the ball in his hands when I know he’s getting double coverage every snap? On this episode Joe Daniel and Daniel Chamberlain are joined by Ron McKie to […]
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The Free Safety is likely the best player on your defense right now. But, is he a star? If you have a star, how do you utilize him to really let him shine? On this episode Joe Daniel and Daniel Chamberlain talk all about using a Star FS in your 4-2-5 Defense. We talk about […]
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Over the course of your career, coaches develop, adopt and outright steal ideas. The ideas come and go, but a few stick to become core principles. Core principles for coaching are your guiding light. They make up the useful part of a Coaching Philosophy. I’ve built my coaching career on a handful of core principles… […]
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The Zone Running Scheme and the 3-4 Defense are two of the most popular schemes in football today. Chances are, if you run the 3-4, you’ll face a zone team this season. You need to be prepared when that week (or weeks) comes around. Knowing your weaknesses and your strengths can give you the upper […]
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The 4-2-5 has become one of the most used defenses around the country. Which means you’ll likely face it at some point this season. Gap scheme run plays are the backbone of many offenses. So, you’re probably running at least power and counter right now. We want to see how the two match up, and […]
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Breaking into coaching or getting your first Head Coach job, much like learning any new skill, can be like drinking water from a fire hose. You can’t possibly take it all in until you become grounded on a foundation. But, we’ve all been there before, and most coaches want to help you survive your first […]
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It’s been over a decade. But the purchase still pays huge dividends. We hired Dale Baskett in 2012. My head coach at the time had been reading his articles in American Football Monthly. He saw the opportunity. We were a struggling program that would likely always be undersized. But if we could get faster… maybe […]
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It’s the Battle of the Titans… football edition. This time, we’re putting two of the most used offenses against each other. Whether you’re looking to throw it around in the Spread Offense, or wanting to be more balanced in the Pro Style offense, this episode is for you. On this episode, Joe and Daniel discuss […]
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During the season, we offer film review for our JDFB Premium Coaching Systems Platinum Level clients. Total, honest feedback from myself and other coaches who have been there. Sometimes brutal honesty. But if you want your team to achieve, that’s not a bad thing. Every coach needs outside eyes. You cannot see the picture when […]
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The last month has been pretty busy. The big project is a full update of our 33 Stack Defensive System. This is one of four defensive systems I teach inside JDFB Premium Coaching Systems. All these systems use the same foundational principles. Like ASKA, Levers, Umbrella, and Triggers. But they have different twists in philosophy. […]
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There isn’t a perfect defense. There isn’t a perfect defense. I’ll say it again, there isn’t a perfect defense. But, in today’s game, a couple of defensive fronts have risen to the top and now we want to compare them. On this episode Joe and Daniel discuss the 4-2-5 and 3-4 defensive fronts and compare […]
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Each Season we take a break from talking football for a week and just discuss something else in our lives. This season we landed on video games. On this episode, Joe and Daniel discuss games that make them feel nostalgic, what their favorite game from the past are, and what games they’re playing right now. […]
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Facts of the business world… no one promotes the mail room guy to CEO. That is not how it works. Football coaches want to do it though. Every year, you have your guys coming up from the JV. They’ve been looking up to your studs for years. Now they’re supposed to be the stud. Because […]
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The Sprint Out Game can be very useful to every team for a multitude of reasons. Maybe you’re already using it some, and maybe you’ve never known the difference in Sprint Out, Roll Out, and Bootleg. On this episode Joe and Daniel discuss the Sprint Out game, what it can do for you and your […]
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Coaching Inside Linebacker Key Reads is one of the most important triggers on the field. If you’re not applying the Triggers principle here, you will slow down your best defenders. The Triggers principle is a reminder that every action on the field is a response. Which response is caused by the trigger he gets. Triggers […]
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The interior blitz may be every new DC’s original go-to call. But, they are very likely misusing them. Interior blitzes are a great addition to any playbook, and can range from the most simple to excessively complex. On this episode Joe and Daniel discuss Interior Blitzes, their benefits and weaknesses, and when you should (or […]
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Triggers are everything in football. You might use the term in specific places. We use Trigger Reads in the passing system of the Pistol Power Offense. But triggers are everywhere. The ability of your players to recognize and react to triggers is the second strongest factor in determining how good they are on the field. […]
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Football is a game of evolution, adaptation, and sometimes… cycles. Option football seems to fit into each of those descriptions, and has since the fall of 1964 when Coach Bill Yeoman told his Offensive Tackle “You can’t block him anyway, so just get out of the way,” and the defensive end was so confused that […]
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Quarter Coverage, or Match Quarter, is widely believed to be one of the best pass stopping coverages. In a world full of Cover 1, 2, and 3 “beaters”, pattern matching helps players match up to any passing concept thrown at them. But, “if it was easy, everyone would be doing,” it has never been a […]
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The Double Edge Blitz, or the laziest call in Joe’s terminology, can help you when you’re in a pickle or when the offense just has your number for a series. But, there are better and worse places to call it. On this episode Joe and Daniel discuss the Double Edge Blitz, what they are fundamentally, […]
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Most of the time, when you’re thinking about passing concepts, you’re thinking about 5-step drop passing concepts. Do you love smash? Four verts? Double slant? Odds are, you’re running these out of a 5-step drop for your QB. On this episode, Joe and Daniel are joined by Head Coach Dylan Terry to do discuss what […]
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Cover 1 Coverage seems to be in every team’s arsenal on defense. Whether they’re a Primary Man Free team, or just using it as an off coverage for their Cover 3 base, they all want to have and need to have the option to go man-on-man with a little safety help over the top. On […]
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Twist Games can be some of the most frustrating things to an Offensive Line coach who’s just trying to get his unit to perform. Especially early in the season, you can push an Offensive Line unit beyond their skillset with just a few movements by your big boys upfront. On this episode Joe and Daniel […]
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We’ve broken open the mailbag again. We’re digging in to answer the questions you’re asking the most. On this episode, Joe and Daniel tackle everything from Nasty Splits to assigning OC/DC roles. You can review the questions in order below and find the answers on the podcast. Questions: Hey Coach, I have some questions […]
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Cover 3 has silently, or maybe less so, become the go-to defense of a majority of coaches across the world. Whether it’s run heavy divisions, fear of playing man, or tired of watching Cover 2 Corners getting blown up by the run game, coaches are converting… and for good reason. In this episode, Joe and […]
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The Zone Blitz at its core is one of the two basic blitz types on defense. They can range from simple zone evacuation blitzes in which we want to send a LB or Safety, and expand to some of the most complex blitzes in the business with different versions of America’s Fire Zone Blitz. In […]
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The play action pass could be one of the biggest threats in your arsenal, especially if your run game is explosive. The more you can make a team commit to stopping your run, the more the play action pass can open up. You NEED to carry at least one play action scheme into your game […]
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You’ve just scored to get within 1. It’s been a hard fought battle up until now, but the game is almost over and you aren’t confident overtime is the best option. What do you do? The entire situation above was unnecessary, we were going for 2 no matter what the situation was. If you don’t […]
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In a world where seemingly every small school coach thinks they have to keep the wishbone, flexbone, or wing T alive due to their “lack of size and skill”, the zone run scheme may be the worst best kept secret. On this episode, Joe and Daniel are joined by coaching legend Bill Blankenship to discuss […]
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The Cover 2 Defensive scheme seems to be outdated and almost extinct. But, the defense has its place in your system, if not in your playbook for this year. On this episode, Joe and Daniel discuss the Cover 2 Defense, what it is, why you need it, and whether or not it should be a […]
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As we continue our dive into the fundamentals of the game, blitzing has to make the cut. Although new coaches will likely send blitzes at random and ad nauseam, or search for the most complex blitz schemes known to man, the very simple Single Edge Blitz can be the key to success in gameplanned situations. […]
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When in doubt, kick it out (of the reach of the front lineman and give your player a chance to recover it). That’s the motto that really captures the spirit of an “onside everytime” coach. The onside kick is an excellent tool to use to steal possessions from your opponent when used anytime. On this […]
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Offensive schemes in football have gone many directions throughout the history of the sport. But, in the run game, two schemes have remained: gap scheme and zone scheme plays. In this episode, Joe and Daniel are joined by O-Line Coach Jack Dingus as they break down the basics of the gap scheme, why you need […]
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In a world where there are a multitude of ways to play defense, and minimal time to install the ways you want to do it, every defensive coverage you use has to have a purpose. The Cover 4 coverage is exactly that, a coverage with a purpose. Whether you’re needing spot drop or quarters pattern […]
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The shield punt is a very simple, yet effective punt scheme. With Special Teams being the least prioritized phase of football, having a scheme that’s simple to coach and simple to execute can alleviate many of the Friday night woes. On this episode, Joe and Daniel are joined by Joel Mathews to discuss the basics […]
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Live and die by the sword! Okay, maybe not the sword in this day and age, but Defensive Coordinators have replaced the sword with blitzes, and living and dying by the blitz is very true of some coaching philosophies. The man blitz, or blitzing with any man coverage behind you, is a fairly safe and […]
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As we start our dive into the basics of football concepts, we’re getting our first taste of the passing game. This season on the podcast is all about learning the small pieces to sure up your coaching knowledge. On this episode, Joe and Daniel discuss the quick passing game, why you need it, and a […]
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Much like we started 2022, Joe and Daniel are closing it out with big predictions about upper-level football. This time we’re taking on the NCAA, Bowl Season, and the College Football Playoffs! On this episode, you’ll hear us discuss the current state of the Transfer Portal, our thoughts on NIL and how it’s changing the […]
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Our Mailbag series continues with the second installment, as Joe and Daniel answer some more questions from subscribers. On this episode, we’re covering poor character in players, Special Teams programs, and changing defenses from the 4-2-5 to the 3-3 stack. How to salvage next year’s season, when your upperclassmen are low in character […]
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This week Joe and Daniel are fielding questions from you, the listeners. Our topics on this episode include increasing player and parent buy-in to the offseason process, how to get your O-linemen to block the right guy, and how to see more of the game as a future coordinator. If you would like to send […]
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Calling defensive plays on game night may be one of the most stressful jobs in football. You have a limited amount of time to assess the situation, identify what call you want to use, and get it signaled in before a much more regimented offensive system goes to work. On this episode Joe and Daniel […]
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It’s week 7. You’re down by 4 against your crosstown rival in the 3rd quarter. The wind is in your face, your starting Right Tackle is gimpy and not playing as well as usual. You’ve been a step ahead of the defense all night, but you’re quickly running out of bullets. With the season and […]
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Not every high school takes the field on Friday night with the perfect kid in every position. Sometimes they have a SR Linebacker who never learned how to get downhill. Sometimes they have a freak speedster who doesn’t have the confidence or ability to make a tackle. Coaches at many levels are usually trying to […]
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Special teams can be both frustrating and time consuming. It’s a part of the sport which can be so simple, but seems to be made complex by coaches trying to gain a competitive edge. In this episode, Joe and Daniel break down what changes make sense to make and how your game plan should be […]
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There’s no worse feeling for a coordinator than to get to Friday night and our team can’t match the opponent on the field. It doesn’t matter what side of the ball you’re coaching on, if you can’t gain yards against their defense, or can’t stop their offense, frustration and embarrassment will quickly set in. You […]
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Injuries are an unfortunate part of football that can truly derail your season if they happen to a key player. Maybe it’s your QB. Maybe it’s your 5th QB. Maybe it’s your lead tackler, or the best Offensive Lineman your school has ever had. If you haven’t been struck by the injury bug yet, keep […]
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Football is a game of adjustments. Whoever can make the correct adjustments the quickest will generally prevail in a game. The ASKA Principle and Pulling Levers is just an incremental adjustment system that allows a coach to make changes on the fly, or build a game plan throughout the week, and knowing exactly what they […]
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Sometimes we find ourselves in a position where change is necessary in our depth chart. Maybe the injury bug has hit your team, suspensions, grade troubles… The list is endless. Regardless of the reason, you need to be ready to move players around within your scheme. In this episode, Joe and Daniel are joined by […]
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Self scouting is hard to do midseason. You have 2-3 films from your opponent that you really need to start deciphering immediately. You still need to work in family time this weekend, and draw up the next magical offensive play (what was that play that the Chiefs ran last Sunday anyways?) that’s sure to lead […]
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“Football is a game of adjustments.” I’ve probably said that phrase 25 times in the last 5 weeks. Some weeks we’re better at it than others. If you’re not make adjustments throughout the week, or on Friday nights, then you may find yourself playing less efficient football and in need of evolving what you’re doing […]
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Across the United States, approximately 1,161 teams are playing 8-man football. Compared to the approximate 16,000 11-man teams and another 700+ college teams, 8-man coaches are at a disadvantage when it comes to adding to their offensive and defensive systems. You can’t turn on the TV on Saturday and watch the local college team tear […]
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The evolution of football, particularly on the Offensive side of the ball, is something that just about anyone can google and read the history of. However, very few coaches have lived the game and experienced those changes first hand. On this episode, Joe and Daniel sit down with NE Oklahoma and NW Arkansas coaching legend […]
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Similar to making changes in life, making changes in football can be hard, difficult, frustrating… the list goes on. “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” is a mantra that comes to mind. But, if it is broken you definitely need to fix it. You can’t sit on an unsound system just to claim simplicity […]
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Gaining information on your opponent is always beneficial, and for many reasons. But, it’s only as beneficial as what you do with the information.Putting all of their formations, plays, and personnel evaluations in a binder and tossing it to all of your coaches may not provide the edge on Friday night that you think it […]
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Opponent scouting is an event that can quickly eat up most of… if not your whole weekend. In fact, if you don’t know what you’re looking for, it could steal your whole week away. We’ve all fallen into the “just one more watch through” trap as coaches. We want to make sure we’ve taken everything […]
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Yes, Special Teams is one-third of the game of football. If ST hasn’t won or lost you a game as a coach yet, it’s coming. There are times that Special Teams practices can feel chaotic, like no one knows what’s going on, and 1 coach (whomever had that ST Coordinator role thrown on them) is […]
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The first drive, or the first few of them, of any game of football can give you nearly all the information you need to be successful the rest of the night if you use it right. Although we’d all love to run our bread and butter ad nauseam and hope to put some points on […]
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Now that just about everyone is back to practicing football (with real helmets and everything), it’s time to streamline our schedules and get them into the most efficient formats. You don’t have to make that a daily chore either! On this episode Joe and Daniel talk with Coach Justin Dottavio about the makings up a […]
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Injuries are very much a part of football. We coach a contact sport, and that contact can create a vast number of different injuries to players of any age. A part of being a coach is mitigating the risks that lead to those injuries by modifying the practice schedule to get the most out of […]
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Getting your players in game shape is usually held as one of the highest priorities in Summer Pride and pre-season practices. There is without a doubt a benefit to being in prime shape as the season kicks off, but maybe it shouldn’t be as high of a priority as we make it out to be. […]
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Your Pre-camp practice schedule is, as it should be, its own beast. Getting your players ready for the first camp, and laying the foundation for the rest of your season is possibly one of the most important things you’ll plan and execute until your first Friday night snap. On this episode Coaches Dave Dugan and […]
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The Dunning-Kruger Effect is a scientific phenomenon in which people who are relatively new to a field, such as coaching football, often think they have all the answers when they actually have little to no knowledge of the subject at all. This effect is seen in nearly all aspects of life, even growing from a […]
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Linebackers could be considered the most important players in your defensive scheme. Regardless of how you rate them in importance, they can definitely make or break your defense if you aren’t playing the right kids in each position. On this episode Joe and Daniel discuss what the ideal backer looks like, what the player you’ll […]
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Picking a defense doesn’t have to be a very difficult task, but it is one that can easily be overthought. Some guys get stuck looking for the “perfect” defense, when that simply doesn’t exist. In this episode, Joe and Daniel discuss the varying levels of difficulty and complexity in running each of the most prominent […]
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As coaches, we’re constantly performing a balancing act; run plays vs pass, playing time for our players, time at the office on the weekend… the list goes on ad nauseum. Only one small part of that list is the number of touches our players are getting. On this episode, Joe and Daniel are joined by […]
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Our teams are composed of athletes of a large range of experience levels. In football especially, players pick up skills and abilities throughout their career that usually result in them being more experienced and seeing the game differently than younger players. This leads to complications during practice when it comes to running drills that have […]
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You cannot expect, through any amount of drills or training, for an incoming freshman to show up and be the stud on the team. Realistically, you probably can’t even expect them to be game ready with a single fall camp under their belt. However, you can and should have a plan to make them serviceable […]
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“I run six plays, split veer. It’s like novocaine. Just give it time, it always works.” – Herman Boone Although Coach Boone had T. C. Williams rocking and rolling to a 13-0 season and a state title in 1971 with the Split Veer… Most of us can agree that you likely need more than 6 […]
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As the school year winds down, and football season gets ever nearer, you may find yourself as the newest defensive play caller on your team. Or, maybe you’re a new DC on a different team than last year. Regardless, if you’re in a position to determine which defensive coverage your team will use, you’ve come […]
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In small town high school football, where the running game reigns supreme, the cornerback position is often greatly overlooked. Many coaches don’t know how to properly coach the position, so they’re schemed into a deep third of the field and forgotten about until they give up the big play that seals a win for the […]
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The offensive line could be considered the most important “team” to take the field on Friday nights. Sure, special teams is one side of the ball and defense wins championships, but you can’t win 0-0 and the offense goes as your O-line goes. Piecing that team together can be a daunting task, especially for small […]
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Coaching kickers seems to be one of the most overlooked and underappreciated skills in the football world. For a team that’s supposed to entail the figurative third side of the ball, it seems there is very little info out in the football world about how to take the average high school athlete and make them […]
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Not every player learns best the same way. I’ll say that again. Not every player learns best the same way. Some of your players cannot sit down with a playbook and learn how to play football. The white board looks nothing like a football field to some of your players. You’re writing Greek up there. […]
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A hybrid position on defense can bring something different to the game of football that other positions simply can’t, flexibility. These positions, and the players that fill them, have begun to pop up on both sides of the football and for some of the same reasons. A “jack of all trades” is more versatile in […]
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Regardless of your offensive scheme, the person who touches the ball nearly every play is the Quarterback. Regardless of his skill level, you have to build your offensive scheme around him. Your overall system should include plays and packages to make any QB successful, once you identify what he can do, and what he can’t. […]
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Having absolute studs on your football team sounds like a dream come true. But, the truth is, even having absolute raw talent in the huddle comes with its own problems. Maybe your best players are pulling an Allen Iverson, “Practice? We talkin’ about practice man.” Or perhaps they’ve begun shutting it down with a scholarship […]
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We’ve all had that one player who just HAS to test the limits. We know it’s only natural, but it can definitely test us as coaches. Whether it’s your star running back showing up late consistently or a youth player whose parents just can’t seem to get them to practice on time, we all have […]
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Defensive Linemen are a key part of any DC’s Scheme, regardless of odd or even front. Some positions take a specific set of skills, or as close as you can get to it, while others can highlight the skill set of the players you have available. In this episode, we’re joined by Coach Dave Dugan […]
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To some the Tight End position is as old as the game of football itself and is in almost every formation their team uses. For others, it’s a lost relic that they seem to have no use for. Whichever way you see it the Tight End position, especially in High School football, can be a […]
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Regardless of the record, history, or size of your team, something all coaches have to deal with is parents. Some can be jet fuel for your system, and some can feel like an anchor dragging you down. But, parent involvement is a currency that every team needs to help maximize their potential in the fall. […]
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Football speed training is something that is generally overlooked until too late in the season to make any adjustments, or until we can hand off the responsibility to the track coach and hope to get back great results. Speed training is something that should be prioritized and maintained throughout spring, summer, and even in season. […]
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No matter the size or level of your program, adding players to your roster is always a good thing. Maybe you’re under the roster size expected for your school size, or you’re seeing kids in the hallway that you know could help you be successful. Either way, you have to be able to recruit the […]
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The H-Back is a position that few admit to or knowingly use. However, they’re showing up more and more across the world of Football. In the NFL, Travis Kelce has been playing the role since his emergence in 2014. In college, the Oklahoma Sooners have had a pair of H-Backs helping in their bread-and-butter counter […]
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Every coach in the game has a “best” player on defense. They may or may not be a talent that will move on in the game. But, we all need to know how to identify who our best player is in each position group, and where to play them within that group on Friday nights. […]
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When it comes to learning how to coach football, we all have to start somewhere. Everyone’s starting point will be different, and for various reasons. Some of us start coaching after successful playing careers and learning comes easy, some of us haven’t touched a football in 10+ years and it feels like the lingo is […]
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How to call football plays from the sideline is one of the most asked questions from new coordinators or play callers. Everyone does it a little differently, and even if you have a way, you may be looking for a more efficient method. In this episode, we will discuss exactly that. How do we like […]
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Defensive line drills can be a key piece to having your big boys playing their most efficient, most effective football. They’re not the only tool you need in your toolbox, but one you need without a doubt. In this episode we’re talking ways to improve your players with defensive line drills and focusing on the […]
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Every coach is looking for the best football fundraising ideas. It’s part of the job. Regardless of your school size, being a good steward of the program’s finances is a key to success. Whether you’re trying to bring money in, or stop the flow of money going out, you need to be on top of […]
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RPO plays have changed the game on both sides of the football. Run Pass Option offenses are not just at the college level and big high schools, though. You can use these schemes in your small school football offense. In this episode, we’re talking to back-to-back Oklahoma State Champion coach Lynn Shackelford from Cashion High […]
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Are you still scared of playing press man coverage? Man coverages seems to be every DC’s “off” coverage, usually to compliment cover 3 or in blitzing situations. But, seemingly just as many coaches stay away from man coverage all together for their own personal reasons. On this episode, we’re speaking with Sooner legend, NFL GREAT, […]
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As the season comes to a close, we’re all evaluating where our strengths and shortcomings were this fall. More than likely, many of us have found that there is improvement needed in the strength and speed departments of our team. In this episode we discuss the why, the what, and the how of preparing football […]
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The Air Raid Offense is one of the most popular offensive systems in football today. There are also a lot of misconceptions and misunderstandings about the offense. Coach Patrick Taylor is the Head Coach of North Surry High School in North Carolina. He’s an expert in the Air Raid Offense and joins the podcast to […]
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As most of us get into our offseason, sending our student athletes to different sports, it’s a great time to start planning ahead for spring ball and summer workouts. Part 1: Baseline Stats Baseline stats are a great place to start when you become the new coach, or when you finally get those new freshmen […]
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How do defensive fronts and coverages go together? In the preseason we discussed “knowing your defense” and what all that entails. The most basic and most important part of your defense is the Base defense. On this episode of The Football Coaching Podcast we discuss the basic parts of a base defense, what they mean, […]
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On any given Friday night, an uncountable number of offensive schemes are being ran across the country. But, from pee wee to the collegiate level, you can always find a team running the Wing-T. Tonight, we’re going to discuss the basics of the offense, everything you need to know to get your feet wet. Part […]
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As the season comes to an end, we have to prepare ourselves and our teams for success next year. For each team this can and should look similar. The outcome of your season shouldn’t dictate too much of the content of your offseason. Today we’re talking about starting the offseason, and we will discuss a […]
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As defensive coaches, we’re constantly stuck between keeping coverages simple enough for our kids to execute, and complex enough to make an opposing QB wrong. In today’s episode we will discuss how to change-up from your base coverage, ways to disguise what you’re doing from play to play, and small tweaks that can change up […]
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We’ve discussed revolving offenses in previous episodes, and how there is no king of the mountain. However, the spread offense has held its own for several years. In today’s episode we will skim the surface of the spread option, why people continue to use it, what its key formations and plays are, and what weaknesses […]
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Sometimes the season just doesn’t go your way. Every season, at every level, there are teams at the bottom of the standings. Every season there is even an NFL team who is so bad, they get the #1 draft pick. Most of us have had to deal with it at one point or another. But, […]
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Linebackers are often considered to be the most “torn” position in football. They have twice the responsibility of other position groups, and multiple reads at the snap of the ball to get them to their assignments. Today’s episode we will discuss drills specifically for the linebacker corps, to help get your players reading and reacting […]
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Many pro and college athletes have made the change to coaching their sport. While some find success, this is not always the case. In today’s episode, we’re going to try to break down why this happens, why skill doesn’t always translate to coaching ability, and why you don’t have to be brilliant to be successful. […]
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Blitzing in football is a lever that many coaches pull for different reasons and with widely varying frequency. Some want to send an additional player every snap, some wait for the planets to align on the perfect situation. In today’s episode, we will discuss three primary purposes for blitzing in football and what each of […]
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Mental toughness is a very important attribute in the world of sports that is seemingly unmeasurable. We can’t put it on a scale, or lift it on a barbell. It may seem we can never see it until we see ourselves, or our players, falter. In this episode of The Football Coaching Podcast we and […]
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Every coach knows tackling is a key to winning games, but do you know the physics of football tackling? The two most basic functions of American football, at any level, are blocking and tackling. If you’re coming up short at either job, you’re probably not seeing a lot of success on that side of the […]
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In 1906 Saint Louis University (eventually named the Billikens) completed the first official forward pass in college football history. Everyone else was playing checkers (Rugby style football to be exact) and SLU’s head coach Eddie Cochems was playing Chess. Today’s episode is all about the offense, and how it has cycled over the years. From […]
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From depth charting players in the pre-season to trying to stop your cross-town rival’s power play, understanding your defense is of utmost importance. The better you know your system, what each lever is best at stopping, the more efficient you’ll be at adjusting on the fly. This episode of The Football Coaching Podcast delves further […]
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When you’re filling out your football depth chart for your defense this season, you should be pencilling in the ‘Best 11’. In Youth and High School Football where we do not recruit, we coach the kids we have. They might not always fit into a perfect mold for each position. This episode of The Football […]
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For every playbook out there, you will find another way to name offensive football formations. There are no strict guidelines or rulebook to what you call your formations. Creating your own system of rules for how you name offensive football formations is important, though. It will determine how easy it is for your players to […]
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Unlike the rest of the topics in Season 9 of The Football Coaching Podcast, this is not one of the 20 most asked questions. In fact, this question gets asked very infrequently. But it is important. When do I know it is time to walk away from coaching? You feel like you need a break. […]
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Two platoon football has been a divisive concept in high school football over the last decade or more. Do you specialize players on one side of the ball, or keep the best players on the field at all times? There’s a lot to the issue. And while there is not as much argument about two […]
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What is the best football defense for my team to run? I hear that question a lot. But there’s no easy answer. In Season 9 of The Football Coaching Podcast we’re answering the most common questions I’ve heard over the last decade. And this question about the best football defense is one of the most […]
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Coaches are always trying to find ways to spice up practice, like running fun football drills. Little things that make practice more like a game. Wait a minute. We have to come up with cute ways to make football practice seem like a game? There’s a problem here. This episode of The Football Coaching Podcast […]
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The failures of your football scout team are the bane of every coach’s existence. You’re trying to prepare your starters to play a top opponent. That scout team is ruining everything, though. Football scout teams don’t have to equal misery. But you have to put them in a position to succeed. We have a plan […]
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Winning in all three phases might be a cliche, but you will lose games if you have sloppy special teams practice. Planning your special teams practices is critical if you don’t want to shoot yourself in the foot on game day. How do we plan special teams practice when we only have a 90 minute […]
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You don’t want too many plays in your offensive playbook. But you need enough plays to beat the defense. So how many plays do you need to have ready? How many plays you need in the playbook is the 15th episode in our 20 Questions series for Season 9 of The Football Coaching Podcast. It […]
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Linebacker reads and keys are the single most searched for keyword on Joe Daniel Football. It seems every coach is looking for the perfect reads for your linebackers. I have coached just about every type of linebacker reads imaginable. Keying guards, keying backfield. I have cross-keyed the backs, keyed the 2-man surface… you name it, […]
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I hear from coaches all the time who have their own ideas on how a football team should be run. They just cannot get the head coach to listen! This is a touchy subject. After all, the head coach is the man in charge. This is his time to shine. Not only that, he probably […]
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The Coach Simple plan uses the 5-Day playbook install to get your system taught quickly. All of the systems inside JDFB Coaching Systems use a version of this principle. The 5-day playbook install plan gets your base playbook installed in just one week of practice. The plan is to have enough installed so that you […]
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With the season approaching, you need to figure out how you want to organize your football coaching staff. Who is going to coach which positions? Where is each coaching going to be most valuable to your athletes? Putting the right coaches in the right places is just as important as putting the right players in […]
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Breaking down football game film is one of those iconic football coaching activities. Sitting in a dark room running the same play forward and back. Watching each footstep and demanding perfection from a recording that never changes. Unfortunately, it is mostly a waste of time. Looking for those little game film hacks does not lead […]
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If your players can defeat a block and make a tackle, you have a pretty good defense. The simplest defensive scheme will still win a lot of games if you can do that. Every coach spends a lot of time on teaching tackling technique. You invest hours in the off-season studying how to be better […]
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Defending Quads Formations can cause some serious anxiety in defensive coordinators. The empty, unbalanced alignment breaks a lot of your base defensive alignment rules. There is no reason to lose sleep over Quads Formations, though. By understanding what teams can do out of the formation, you can easily match the alignment. With just a few […]
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Your biggest football tackling technique issue is not, and has never been, that the players are scared to hit. Teenage males are loaded with way too much testosterone to be scared of contact. Bad tackling in football comes down to just a few issues. It can be fixed. Tackling technique can actually be fixed in […]
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How do you get a high school football coaching job? Season 9 of The Football Coaching Podcast is 20 Questions. It is the 20 (plus 2) most asked football coaching questions I have heard over the last 10 years from our listeners and clients. We’re taking a look at what it takes to be a […]
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What is Football IQ, and Why Is It So Low? Coaches everywhere think their players have a low football IQ. The reality is that yes, almost all football players have a low football IQ as they start learning the game. It is not unique to Youth, High School or International athletes. Football is a complicated […]
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Coaching your defensive players to block destruct can be a big challenge. Football always comes down to blocking and tackling. Not being able to defeat a block is a problem. Figuring out how to teach your athletes to slam into another player, especially one bigger than they are, is a huge task. Maybe there’s a […]
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Kickoff return has been a part of the game of football since it started. And the most basic return strategy has been using the wedge. It is not fancy. But the wedge kickoff return is one of the best ways to get big yards when you get a chance to return a kick. In this […]
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Getting to the red zone is one thing, but your red zone efficiency determines how good your offense is. Nothing is more frustrating than turning the ball over on 4th down when you are knocking on the door. Do not let your offense chew up yards between the 20s then stall out when it counts. […]
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Trick plays are a part of every offensive playbook. Sometimes you need a big play and a little trickeration can make it happen. There have been a lot of great trick plays throughout the history of football. In this episode we take a look at three of the best High School Football trick plays. These […]
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One of the most important plays on your offense is one of your best special teams plays. It is your 2-point conversion call when you must get across the goalline. This 2-point pass play is from the Pistol Power Offense System. We have been using it for a number of years on the goal line. […]
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2-Read Coverage goes by a lot of names. Palms coverage, Alert check, or Cover 7. Doesn’t matter what you call it, this is a great quarters coverage package for defending the pass. 2-Read Coverage is a variation of Cover 2 zone coverage using pattern matching principles. In our deep dive look at the coverage package, […]
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The Tunnel Screen Play is one of my favorite offensive weapons. Check out this podcast to learn everything you need to know about coaching the tunnel screen, and how to defend against it. This episode is part of the deep dive series in season 8. We take one play and dissect it from every angle […]
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The most important player on your football team is the Quarterback, and slide protection is a great way to keep him safe. This episode of The Football Coaching Podcast is a deep dive on slide pass protection from all angles. Slide protection has a lot of positives. At the top of the list, slide protection […]
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Every defense has weaknesses. A good football coach knows the weaknesses of each defensive play call, and how to adjust to stop it. Is the Inside Zone run play a 33 Stack Defense weakness? And if so, how do you adjust? The answer is not to change your defense. The 33 Stack Defense can defend […]
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On this week’s JDFB Quick Clinic, I answered a question about strength calls. The focus of the discussion is on Linebacker strength calls. The question came as a response to the Football Coaching Podcast episode on strength calls. That was back in Season 7, Episode 8. Listen to this podcast episode to hear the full […]
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Every once in a while I ask our subscribers the biggest problem they have. One answer always surprises me: “My players don’t want to win football games.” How can that be true? Coaches often follow that concern up with something about how all these kids want to do is play video games, where the entire […]
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Every football coach needs to have a coaching philosophy. You need to nail down exactly what your core values are. Most coaches run along with no idea, though. Or what they have is not a philosophy at all. Others go in the opposite direction. They have a 9-page description of what they believe. Shortly after […]
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I love the Wing-T Offense and the Buck Sweep. Years ago, I took an entire year to deep dive study the Wing-T Offense even though I never expected to run it. 12 years later, I still don’t run it. The Pistol Power Offense, a one-back attack, became my offense of choice. But that time studying […]
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Use a Cover 6 Defense to Stop 3 by 1 Cover 6 Defense is more widely known as Quarter-Quarter-Half Coverage. It is primarily used as an adjustment to trips formations and it’s going to be the subject of our deep dive in this episode of The Football Coaching Podcast. The Cover 6 Defense is a […]
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Curl-Flat Attacks Cover 3 The Curl-Flat passing concept is one of the oldest and most popular passing concepts in football. It is a traditional Cover 3 beater that goes all the way back to the passing concepts of Sid Gillman and Don Coryell and into the West Coast offense. We’ll be talking about all of […]
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Breaking the 4-2-5 Defense Offenses are always looking for a new way to attack your defense. Today’s listener question looks at a one of those new ways. Find out how to defend the Counter Read Play with your 4-2-5 Defense using a 1-high Cover 3 coverage. It comes down to knowing your run fits. The […]
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Get Aggressive Without Losing Your Umbrella Defensive line stunts are a great way to be aggressive up front in your play calling without weakening the coverage behind it. We’re going to take a deep dive look at defensive line stunts, including slants and twists. Every episode in Season 8 of The Football Coaching Podcast is […]
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Do Your Players Want to Win? It’s a big source of frustration for football coaches. Motivating athletes who seemingly don’t want to win. Or they don’t seem willing to work hard enough to achieve that goal, even if they do want it. Football coaches need to take a step back and stop blaming athletes, parents, […]
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Run Behind Your Best Linemen I live in Virginia now, and around here the Counter Trey has a certain aura about it. It’s the play most closely associated with the Joe Gibbs era Washington teams that had a dominant rushing attack in the 1980s. This episode of The Football Coaching Podcast continues our deep dive […]
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Change Your Thinking on Defending Screen Plays Defending screen passes is tough. Good offensive coordinators are setting you up all game long to hit a big screen play. It’s a great way for them to get an athlete in space who’s hard to bring down, too. The secret to defending screen passes starts with removing […]
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Where did the Double A Gap Blitz start? This week’s episode of The Football Coaching Podcast continues the deep dive look into individual play calls in football. We’re looking at some of the most popular calls in football today, and throughout the history of the game. Each podcast looks at the origins of the call […]
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Deep Dive on the Zone Read Option Play Season 8 of The Football Coaching Podcast is focusing on deep dives on individual play calls, so what better play to start with than the Zone Read? In fact, we’ve come full circle – Zone Read Option was the topic on the very first episode of the […]
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Man Coverage Takes Work! No matter how good your athletes are, playing a great man coverage package takes a lot of work. Just like any other coverage you’re going to have to put in a lot of time getting the technique just right. And if you have great athletes running man coverage with poor technique, […]
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A Process for Fixing Your Football Plays The season kicks off and that call you’ve been working on for 6 months just is not working. Run plays, passing concepts, blitzes, stunts or coverages. Whatever it is… it’s not working. This is the 5 step process to evaluate that football play call before you just kick […]
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Linebacker Stance Errors That Slow Your Defense Down Coaching the linebacker stance for your defense seems like such a simple thing. Feet apart, squat down, eyes up, back flat… you know the basic coaching cues. But I see a lot of coaches making just a handful of mistakes that really cost your defense. You may […]
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If You Can’t Block ’em, Read ’em There’s an old saying among option football coaches. OK, really it’s among all football coaches… mostly old football coaches. If you can’t block ’em, read ’em. Pretty simple. When you don’t have anybody that can take that guy 1 on 1, you always have another option. Just make […]
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