Ty Gower's Defensive Strategy
Channel: Board Drill Podcast
Date: 07/02/2024

Summary

In this episode, Coach Ty Gower discusses various topics related to coaching and football strategy. He debunks common football myths and emphasizes the importance of teaching and adapting in the game. Coach Gower also explains the concept of the Mint Front and how it can be used to defend against modern offensive schemes. He concludes by discussing adjustments to the tight end and different coverage looks. In this part of the conversation, Coach Ty Gower discusses various strategies for creating matchups and generating pressure on defense. He explains the concept of open blitz, where the defense blitzes away from the tight end or the three-man surface. He also talks about using three high safeties and the benefits of self-scouting to make adjustments. Additionally, he emphasizes the importance of giving players autonomy and ownership in the game plan. Finally, he discusses the development of third down packages and the use of different presentations to stress the offense. In this conversation, Coach Ty Gower discusses the effectiveness of simulated pressure and the importance of pre-snap presentation. He also explains the concept of pressure packages and how to involve all 11 positions in the defense. Coach Gower shares insights on climbing the coaching ladder and the importance of coaching foundations. He emphasizes the need to be comfortable in your own skin and not compare yourself to others. He also discusses the value of networking and connecting with other coaches. The conversation concludes with a reminder to avoid comparison and stay humble.

Takeaways

-Coaches should be open to learning and adapting in order to stay ahead in the game.
-Teaching and coaching are essential in helping players succeed and overcome challenges.
-Scheme and situational football play a vital role in defensive success.
-The Mint Front can be an effective defensive strategy against modern offensive schemes.
-Adjustments to the tight end and coverage looks are important for defensive success. Open blitz can be used to create favorable matchups -by blitzing away from the tight end or the three-man surface.
-Using three high safeties can provide additional coverage options and help defend against the air raid offense.
-Self-scouting is crucial for identifying tendencies and making adjustments to keep the defense unpredictable.
-Giving players autonomy and ownership in the game plan can increase their buy-in and confidence.
-Developing multiple third down packages with different presentations can stress the offense and create confusion. Simulated pressure and pre-snap presentation can be effective strategies in confusing the offense and creating pressure on the quarterback.
-Pressure packages should involve all 11 positions on the defense to keep the offense guessing and prevent them from preparing for a specific blitz.
-Coaches should take ownership of their position group and continuously learn and apply knowledge to improve their coaching.
-Climbing the coaching ladder requires patience, networking, and being comfortable in your own skin.
-Avoid comparing yourself to others and focus on your own growth and development as a coach.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Greetings
00:40 Background and Coaching Journey
06:19 Debunking Football Myths
12:25 Learning Progression and Teaching Methods
22:24 The Mint Front and Defensive Adaptation
32:38 Adjusting to the Tight End and Coverage Looks
36:20 Creating Matchups with Open Blitz
39:13 Using Three High Safeties
41:49 Self-Scouting and Making Adjustments
44:20 Giving Players Autonomy and Ownership
46:09 Developing Third Down Packages
51:02 Creating Matchups with Open Blitz (Part 2)
57:35 Generating Pressure with Three Rushers
01:12:06 Simulated Pressure and Pre-Snap Presentation
01:13:26 Pressure Packages and Involving All 11 Positions
01:14:39 Different Looks and Alignments in Pressure Packages
01:15:35 Coaching Off the Field and Climbing the Coaching Ladder
01:19:09 Coaching Foundations and Taking Ownership
01:20:34 Climbing the Coaching Ladder and Being Comfortable in Your Skin
01:22:40 Learning from Influences and Applying Knowledge
01:25:08 Embracing Challenges and Adversity
01:27:32 Networking and Connecting with Other Coaches
01:32:01 Avoiding Comparison and Being Humble