UConn's Bracket and Vice Defensive Techniques

Bracket Coverage

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In bracket coverage, we double the number two receiver from a horizontal viewpoint, meaning we will find his release and then react. In Diagram 1, you will see the initial alignment of the two defensive backs.

The inside defensive back (free safety) will be 10 yards deep, aligned two yards outside the offensive tackle. The outside defensive back (nickel) will be eight yards from the line of scrimmage, aligned on the outside shoulder of the wide receiver.

From this alignment, there are three basic releases the de....The full article can only be seen by subscribers.
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