This article was originally posted on the Glazier Coaching Blog.
Every defensive coordinator is searching for that perfect coverage to shut down modern offenses, but sometimes the answer lies in mastering a single, versatile alignment. In this coach’s clinic, we break down a game-changing Cover 1 alignment that can transform your defense.
In our video, Clayton Carlin, Defensive Analyst, University of Louisiana discusses his “Bama” Cover 1 Structure.
You can view his remaining four Cover 1 (with a low hole player) coverages at: Multiple Coverages from a 1 High Look out of a Multiple 4-2-5 Defense (Glazier Drive).
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Defensive Overview
4-2-5 Defense
Field/Boundary Structure (Nickel Does Not Adjust to FIB)
Multiple Looks in the Box
Predominantly 1 High, Cover 1 Defense
40% Cover 1 on the Year
Bama (as discussed in the video)
Cover 1 with a Low Hole Player
Cut Shallows with the Low Hole Player
DBs Play MEs
DBs Play with Divider Leverage
Post Player: QB Player vs Run