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I need help on my defense. I am for the most part new to football as a fan and I had no clue about defense.
My question is...
What is a Dime play in general? And the best time to use it.
What is the difference between 4-3 and 3-4? I know it has something to do with the defensive line, but what is the difference or effect between using 3-4 or 4-3 in the backfield? And what is the best time to use a 4-3 or 3-4?
What is the best time to use a nickel play in general?
What is the best package to stop a long bomb? blitz? and stopping a high rated running back.
This is the first time I own a NCAA football game, what does red shirt players mean? And why would I wanna put somebody in a red-shirt or something.
Thanks!!
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Dime defense puts in 4 cornerbacks, who tend to be small, fast guys, and 1 linebacker, who is bigger. It is the best defense if you know the other team is going to pass, but against the run, it is VERY weak. Probably your best choice against the bomb, as you have guys back to deflect the pass. However, don't forget to pressure the QB, or it won't matter.
Nickel defense puts in 3 cornerbacks and 2 linebackers. It is still weak against the run, but not nearly as bad as Dime. If you have 2 excellent linebackers, it can be a good base defense, but a good runningback will still do well against it.
4-3 and 3-4 refer to the number of defensive lineman vs. linebackers (3 lineman - 4 linebacks, and vice versa). These are the base defenses for about 80% of college teams. They are balanced against run and pass, and are good choices on first down. Which of the two you run depends more on your personnel and personal taste. Just try them both.
To stop the run, the 4-4 is best. However, you can get TORCHED by a passing play in this formation, as there is usually at most 1 person covering deep. Use with caution. The 5-2 is also good, but only if you have 3 good defensive tackles to make it worth it.
The best advice I can give you for choosing a defence is to get your best players on the field as much as possible. Don't choose Dime against a set w/ no WR's, but, if you have 3 excellent CB's, try using Nickel a little more than you normally would. If you have 4 good LBs, use the 3-4 a little more often. Play to the strength of your personnel.
Redshirting basically says "I won't use this player all year, so he can just practice with the team." If you don't use the player all year, he won't lose a year of eligibility (ie. a freshman will become a redshirt-freshman, instead of a sophomore). If you don't think you will need a player for the year, redshirt him. It pays off down the line, as you will have good players on your team for longer.