The Nickel Double A Gap – Rush 3 Buzz is a zone defense that features Cover 3. There are 5 defenders that rush the quarterback, while 6 defenders drop back in zone coverage.

Play Diagram and Info:

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Play Diagram

Playbooks Found In:

  • Bengals
  • Buccaneers
  • Cowboys
  • Dolphins
  • Eagles
  • Falcons
  • Giants
  • Jaguars
  • Lions
  • Panthers
  • Rams
  • Saints
  • Seahawks
  • Vikings

Default Assignments:

Position Assignment
LE Seam Flat Right
SDT Rush Straight
WDT Rush Straight
RE Rush Right
RLB Blitz
LLB Blitz
NB Seam Flat Left
LCB Deep 1/3 Right
SS 3Rec Hook
FS Deep 1/3 Middle
RCB Deep 1/3 Left
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Before adjustments are made

Quick Set Up:

  • Take control of the SS and bluff blitz him.
  • Move him down across from the C and 3 or 4 yards off the line of scrimmage.
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After adjustments are made

Coaching Points:

  • Pressure comes from the right end, who should have a clear path to the quarterback against 5 man protection schemes.
  • Cover 3 pass coverage.
  • 5 defenders rush the quarterback.
  • 6 defenders drop back in zone coverage.

Video Breakdown:

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