Playing Man Coverage in the Mount Union Defense
by Daryl Ely
Description
This course provides a detailed breakdown of how man coverage is taught and executed within the Mount Union defensive system. Coach Daryl Ely walks through the technical foundations, communication adjustments, and situational applications that make their man coverage disciplined, aggressive, and assignment-sound.
The course begins with an in-depth look at Freeze coverage, including alignment, leverage, and technique responsibilities. From there, Coach Ely explains Banjo adjustments, showing how defenders handle motion, switches, and route combinations while maintaining coverage integrity. Press man and off-man techniques are also covered step-by-step, emphasizing footwork, hand placement, body positioning, and eye discipline.
Throughout the course, film clips are integrated to reinforce technique and demonstrate how concepts translate to game situations. The teaching progression focuses on fundamentals first, then builds into adjustments and real-game execution, giving a complete understanding of how man coverage fits into the overall Mount Union defensive philosophy.
By the end, you’ll have a clear framework for installing, teaching, and adjusting man coverage with precision and confidence.
Lessons
The Coach
Coach Daryl Ely is a defensive-minded football coach known for his detailed teaching progression, disciplined defensive structure, and ability to simplify complex concepts without losing their effectiveness. With years of experience coordinating and developing defensive systems, he has built a reputation for installing physical, gap-sound defenses that consistently stop the run and create negative plays.
Coach Ely specializes in front structure, run fits, and defensive adjustments within multiple defensive packages. His approach emphasizes clarity in assignments, strong communication between levels of the defense, and technical precision in alignment, reads, and leverage. He is particularly respected for how he teaches linebackers and defensive linemen to work together within structured fit systems such as the Mountain Union framework.
Throughout his career, Coach Ely has focused on player development, helping athletes understand not just their responsibility, but how their role fits into the overall defensive concept. His coaching style blends film study, detailed breakdowns, and practical application, ensuring that players and fellow coaches gain both conceptual understanding and on-field execution.
Known for his organized systems and emphasis on fundamentals, Coach Ely continues to influence defensive strategy through structured teaching, adaptable schemes, and a commitment to building disciplined, assignment-sound defenses.
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| Caterory: | Football/Coverage |
