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3-3-5: Defending the 2-Back Running Game
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- WN-08051
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About this video
Delta State head coach Ron Roberts opens his four-part series on the 3-3-5 eight man front - the defense he calls "Sharks In The Water" - with what it takes to stop the 2-back running game. His Statesmen finished fourth in the nation in rushing defense among Division II programs, and he explains the front's principles from the defensive line back through the secondary. "Even if you're not playing the 3-3-5, there are principles that will apply to your defense," Coach Roberts says. "You can be successful with this competing with average athletes."
What you'll learn
- The keys to defending the 2-back running game
- The principles of the eight man front and how the extra defender is used
- Defensive line block protection and shed techniques
- How your linebackers leverage the ball carrier
- Principles of secondary run support in the 3-3-5
Who it's for
College and high school defensive coordinators and front-seven coaches running or considering a 3-3-5, plus any staff that has to handle two-back power teams with average size.
About the coach
Ron Roberts was the head coach at Delta State University in Cleveland, Mississippi, where his 3-3-5 defense finished fourth in the nation in rushing defense among Division II teams.
The session is the first of four on the 3-3-5 and carries extensive game footage. Runtime: about 72 minutes.
Frequently asked questions
What does this video teach?
How Coach Roberts' 3-3-5 eight man front defends 2-back running teams - eight-man-front principles, defensive line block protection and shed work, linebacker leverage on the ball carrier and secondary run support.
Do I have to run the 3-3-5 to use it?
No. Coach Roberts says the principles apply even if you play something else, and he makes the point that the defense can succeed with average athletes. College and high school staffs both fit.
How do I watch it once I buy?
It is a Buy Now, Watch Now streaming video - $19.95 puts it straight into your AFM Videos account for unlimited streaming on any device. The 1-Year All Access membership ($99/year) streams it along with every other title.
What is the "Sharks In The Water" defense?
That is Coach Roberts' name for his 3-3-5 eight man front, and this session lays out its run-stopping foundation before the later videos move to the shotgun, quarterback pressure and coverage.