Episode 182 - The 4-2-5 Defense: The Basics

The 4-2-5 Defense is probably my favorite defense. And what I’m best known for.

In today’s episode of The Football Coaching Podcast, we’re going to talk about the basics of this 8 man, even front defense.

This is the same as a 4-4 Defense. Or a 6-2 Defense. Numbers don’t really matter. Don’t get caught up thinking this is some ‘Spread Defense’.

We’ll go in depth on Defensive End alignment and responsibility. His technique is critical to the 4-2-5 Defense.

This defense is a balanced front. You can flip your players strong and weak, or not flip them. This is an advantage when you’re facing Hurry Up, No Huddle teams.

I’ll also talk about the variety of coverage you can run with your 4-2-5 Defense. Stay a single high safety Cover 3 or Cover 1, or get fancy. Like TCU’s Split Field Coverage.

Finally, we’ll go in depth on position personnel. Who do you need in order to run a dominating 4-2-5 Defense? I’ll give you details.

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