Teaching the Deep Choice Concept
by Justin Gumm
Description
In this detailed clinic, Coach Justin Gumm breaks down the structure, philosophy, and execution of the Deep Choice concept within a modern passing attack. The course begins by explaining the purpose behind Deep Choice, how it evolved within the system, and how numbers and spacing dictate decision-making.
Coach Gumm covers receiver splits, route adjustments, and how the concept adapts based on defensive structure. He also provides an in-depth look at pass protection and how it ties directly into the timing and success of the concept. Through film study, he illustrates how Deep Choice develops against different coverages and how quarterbacks and receivers must stay aligned in their reads and adjustments.
Additional variations such as Stack Switch and Choice paired with Post concepts are explored, showing how the concept can be expanded while maintaining its core principles. The course concludes with guidance on situational usage and how to determine when to apply each variation.
Throughout the clinic, emphasis is placed on spacing, timing, communication, and progression-based teaching—providing a complete blueprint for installing and executing the Deep Choice concept with clarity and efficiency.
Lessons
The Coach
Coach Justin Gumm is a disciplined and detail-oriented defensive coach known for his strong understanding of front mechanics, pressure concepts, and run-game structure. Throughout his coaching career, he has developed a reputation for building physical, assignment-sound defenses that consistently play with effort, leverage, and gap integrity.
Gumm specializes in defensive front alignment, pressure packages, and teaching run fits within multiple defensive structures. His coaching emphasizes clarity in communication, precision in technique, and the importance of understanding how each defender’s responsibility connects to the overall scheme. He is particularly effective at breaking down complex defensive concepts into simple, repeatable teaching progressions that players can execute confidently on game day.
With a strong background in film analysis and opponent breakdown, Coach Gumm prioritizes preparation and situational awareness. He focuses on helping players recognize offensive tendencies, blocking schemes, and formation indicators so they can react quickly and decisively.
Coach Justin Gumm is respected for developing tough, disciplined defensive units that combine technical fundamentals with strategic awareness—creating players who understand not just their assignment, but the purpose behind it within the larger defensive system.
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| Caterory: | Football/Passing Game |
