Ferris State Championship Defense - A Unique Twist on the 4-3
by Grant Caserta
Description
Ferris State has captured the past two Division II national championships in large part to a dominant defense. Follow along in this course as we discuss the subtle adjustments we have made to the traditional 4-3 defense. If you want to maintain two overhang defenders at all times, while still being sound in both the run and pass game, this course may be interesting to you!
The course revolves around the linebacker position and the box in general, but also describes techniques and responsibilities used by defensive line and defensive backs as well.
In the presentation you will learn:
- Defensive line base responsibilities against the run
- Linebacker responsibilities, key reads and reactions against both gap and zone run schemes.
- Teaching correct eye placement to increase reaction time
- How and when to attack with speed, and when to attack with patience
- Keys to success in the passing game
- Schematic differences between the MLB and OLBs
- Defensive back responsibilities, coverage assignments and run fits
- Linebacker drill work specific to the scheme presented
Lessons
The Coach
2021-Present - LB coach at Ferris State University:
- Back-to-back Division II National Champions (2021, 2022)
2019-2021 - DC at Illinois Wesleyan University:
- Led NCAA Division III in Sacks per game
- Led DIII in Tackles for Loss per game
2015-2018 - DC at Husson University:
- Three top 8 finishes in total defense in DIII, including seasons of #1 and #2 in the nation
Playing career - Saginaw Valley State University
- 3-time All-GLIAC linebacker
- 4-time Academic All-Conference
- 1st team Academic All-American
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This Course Includes
| 24 hours on-demand video |
| Streaming from mobile and TV |
| Lifetime access |
| Certificate of completion |
| 100% money back guarantee |
Course Info
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| Caterory: | Football/4-3 Defense |
| Bookings: | 33 |
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| Videos: | 8 |
