Teaching Run Fits in the Versatile 3-4 Defense

The Complete Versatile 3-4 System

This course provides a detailed breakdown of how to teach and execute run fits within the versatile 3-4 defensive system. Coach Ricky Coon walks through the structure and responsibilities of each position, ensuring every defender understands how to properly align, read, and react within the run game.

The course begins with an overview of the Bear Front and how it sets the foundation for controlling gaps and dictating offensive movement. From there, Coach Coon dives into defensive line run fits, linebacker responsibilities, and the concept of “divide,” emphasizing gap integrity and disciplined execution across the front seven.

You’ll also explore advanced coaching points such as path and pull overrides, cheat alignments, and how to properly fit runs from both inside and outside linebacker positions. Each concept is taught with clarity and progression, helping build a cohesive unit that can adjust to different run schemes.

By the end of the course, you’ll have a complete system for teaching run fits that prioritizes alignment, communication, and physical execution—allowing your defense to play fast, sound, and aggressive against the run.