Identify this Defense, please

[TN - BRAVES FAN]

I keep getting sacked by this Defense....The guys come around the edge and hit me a few seconds after snapping the ball

1) What Defense formation is it

2) What can I do better so I don't get sacked every time

[jello1717]

Identify this Defense, please

2) What can I do better so I don't get sacked every time

I only see 5 blockers. Are they bringing 6? If so, use a blocking TE or HB instead of empty or call a play with a quick read.

If he’s bringing less than 6, are you sliding the protection? If not, a half slide to the side of the free rusher would likely stop him.

EDIT: also, if you literally mean “a few seconds” (meaning 3 or more) then you’re calling plays that take too long to develop.

[BoiseBronco2024]

Re: Identify this Defense, please

I keep getting sacked by this Defense....The guys come around the edge and hit me a few seconds after snapping the ball

1) What Defense formation is it

2) What can I do better so I don't get sacked every time

That looks like the 6-1 alignment from the 4-3 defense.

To remedy it, you gotta do what the other guy above my comment said. Use quick reads and/or keep your TE's and backs in to pick up the extra rusher.

[TN - BRAVES FAN]

Re: Identify this Defense, please

That looks like the 6-1 alignment from the 4-3 defense.

To remedy it, you gotta do what the other guy above my comment said. Use quick reads and/or keep your TE's and backs in to pick up the extra rusher.

Do you mean the 46 formation?

[jello1717]

Re: Identify this Defense, please

Do you mean the 46 formation?

He meant 4-3. I.e. [emoji3596]

[tessl]

Re: Identify this Defense, please

Pre-snap audible. I use pistol formations with one RB in the backfield for that reason. Use underneath drag routes or quick slants. They are blitzing the linebackers so those routes should be open.

In coach mode this is crucial to success because the QB won't scramble to avoid a sack.

[IlluminatusUIUC]

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Yes 6-1 Sam Will blitz murders empty sets to the reason you noted - you're out numbered and the edge blitzes have a straight shot at the QB once they turn the corner. You *can* pass out of that but you have to commit to the pass immediately after the snap and throw it as soon as you get the ball. If you wait for a guy to run more than 5 yards downfield then you're getting popped.

[TN - BRAVES FAN]

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He meant 4-3. I.e. [emoji3596]

Thank you!

[Hammerhunker]

Re: Identify this Defense, please

I keep getting sacked by this Defense....The guys come around the edge and hit me a few seconds after snapping the ball

1) What Defense formation is it

2) What can I do better so I don't get sacked every time

Do you slide or half-slide your protection (Sliding right as that end is closer by a smidge)? Do you change a route for one of your inside receivers? Do you motion to confirm coverage?


With the 10 personnel you show, you can exploit that front easily I'd think, maybe. Interesting scenario, looks fun. I think I will take that into the lab. and mess with what to do with it.

[matt2053]

Re: Identify this Defense, please

Do you slide or half-slide your protection (Sliding right as that end is closer by a smidge)? Do you change a route for one of your inside receivers? Do you motion to confirm coverage?


With the 10 personnel you show, you can exploit that front easily I'd think, maybe. Interesting scenario, looks fun. I think I will take that into the lab. and mess with what to do with it.

HALF slide, typically.

Full slide will result in your RB one-on-one with a DE, which you typically don't want!

[Hammerhunker]

Re: Identify this Defense, please

HALF slide, typically.

Full slide will result in your RB one-on-one with a DE, which you typically don't want!

But in this case you have no back in to block. Even with a back, and without a TE available, it is the only option you'd have.