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Stunts & Fronts
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- WN-08162
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About this video
Defensive line stunts live or die on communication. In this 4-4 defense coaching video, Homestead High School defensive coordinator Fritz Rauch teaches 10 different stunt packages from his G front and shows why a shared D-line language between the linemen makes each one work. Coach Rauch walks through the details of every stunt, the alignment and technique it requires, and the calls that keep four linemen on the same page before the snap.
What you'll learn
- The philosophy behind Homestead's stunt package and the keys to getting the most out of it.
- Why language and communication among defensive linemen decide whether a stunt succeeds.
- Ten different G front stunt packages for the defensive line.
- The specific alignments and techniques each stunt requires.
- How the stunts and their language transfer to any defensive system.
Who it's for
High school defensive coordinators and defensive line coaches. Coach Rauch stresses that the communication system is simple to learn and fits any front, not only the 4-4, so it suits a coach adding stunts to an existing package as well as one installing the 44G from scratch.
About the coach
Fritz Rauch coordinated the defense at Homestead High School in Mequon, Wisconsin, where his 44G pressure package was built on line stunts and clear communication.
One of Coach Rauch's five-part series on the 44G pressure defense. The session makes extensive use of game film. Runtime: about 28 minutes.
Frequently asked questions
How many stunts are in this video?
Ten different stunt packages for the defensive line, all run from Homestead's G front. Each is broken down with its alignment, technique and the language the linemen use to call and execute it.
Is it only useful for 4-4 teams?
No. Coach Rauch's point is that communication and proper language among the D-linemen are essential in any system, and the stunts themselves adapt to other fronts.
How do I watch it after buying?
The video streams from your AFM Videos account the moment you buy it for $19.95, on any device, with unlimited plays. If you hold the 1-Year All Access membership ($99 a year), it is already included with every other video in the library.
Why does Coach Rauch put so much weight on D-line language?
Because a stunt only works when all four linemen know who is going where. Homestead's shared vocabulary lets the players communicate a stunt quickly and adjust together, which is what makes ten packages manageable for a high school line.