

Run Vass Option
Coach Vass Football
A podcast focused on the offensive strategies and schemes of American Football. Hosted by Chris Vasseur, AKA Coach Vass, who also hosts the "Make Defense Great Again" podcast.
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May 12, 2023 • 1h 26min
Episode 12: The Choice Series (Briles & Company) w/ Shawn Liotta, HC at Burrell HS (PA)
Episode 12 is with Burrell HS Head Coach Shawn Liotta. Coach joins me to talk about the Deep Choice and Slot Choice series, as well as accompanying plays.Follow Coach Liotta on Twitter @ShawnLiotta. Follow me on Twitter @CoachVass, the show's account @RunVassOption, and the defensive podcast @MDGAPodcast. Join us on Twitter to discuss the episode!MAIN LINKS
Visit the website, www.coachvass.com, to view more information on the podcast, the link to his YouTube channel, CoachTube videos, Patreon, Pop-Up Clinics, blog posts, and articles from Coach Vass, a link to join Coach Vass' email list, and form for off-season consulting.
All links: www.linktree.com/coachvass
Coach Vass Football Patreon: www.patreon.com/CoachVass
Coach Vass Football YouTube Page: www.youtube.com/coachvassfootball
COACHTUBE COURSES BY COACH VASS:
"Tite Front Bundle": bit.ly/titefrontvass
"3rd Down & RPO Bundle": bit.ly/3rd-down-rpo
“Defending the Wing-T Offense": bit.ly/wingtvass
Get the "Opponent Breakdown, Gameplanning, Practice Planning, & Creating a Call Sheet" CoachTube course for FREE by signing up for Underdog Fantasy Sports and use Code: VASS. They will also match your first deposit up to $100! Not only will you have fun, get free bonus cash and a CoachTube course, but you will also support the show in a big way!
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Aug 16, 2022 • 1h 53min
Episode 11: Running the I Formation w/ Jay Wilkinson, OC at Fayetteville HS (AR)
SEASON 2 EPISODE 3 is with Fayetteville High School OC, Jay Wilkinson. We talk about running the I Formation, and his favorite concepts. 0:30 State of the Pod 10:50 Welcome Jay Wilkinson! 15:38 Why the I Formation? 27:00 Power and its Variations 34:51 Motions & Shifting 41:55 Exploiting Matchups 45:30 Bunch Preferences 50:25 Other Favorite Runs 67:49 G Lead 1:10:29 Playaction Pass 1:26:19 Dropback Package 1:33:56 Sharing Players w/ the Defense 1:41:28 Check With Me Options 1:43:28 Championship Question Follow Coach Wilkinson on Twitter @CoachWilkinson. Follow me on Twitter @CoachVass, and the show's account @RunVassOption, as well as the defensive podcast, @MDGAPodcast. Come join us on Twitter to discuss the episode! GET THE NEW TITE FRONT DEFENSE COACHTUBE BUNDLE BY YOURS TRULY! bit.ly/titefrontvass To get the new, FREE "Gameweek" course, sign up for Underdog Fantasy Sports and use Code: VASS - they will match your first deposit up to $100! If you want to take a look at the course, go to bit.ly/vassgameweek To join the Coach Vass Football Patreon, go to www.patreon.com/CoachVass To see the Coach Vass Football YouTube Page www.youtube.com/coachvassfootball If you can't remember all of those links head to: www.linktree.com/coachvass Visit the website at www.coachvass.com to view more information on the podcast, the link to his YouTube channel, CoachTube videos, Patreon, Pop-Up Clinics, blog posts, and articles from Coach Vass, as well links to join Coach Vass' email list, and a form to contact him for off-season consulting. COACH VASS' 3rd DOWN & RPO COACHTUBE BUNDLE bit.ly/vasstubebundle “DEFENDING THE WING-T OFFENSE” BY COACH VASS bit.ly/wingtvass SPONSOR LINKS: www.hudl.com www.coachtube.com www.underdogfantasy.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 22, 2022 • 1h 38min
Episode 10: Pass Protection Progression w/ Terry Heffernan, OL Coach at Stanford University
Terry Heffernan, Offensive Line Coach at Stanford University, shares his extensive coaching insights from college and the NFL. He dives into the nuances of teaching pass protection, emphasizing the vital roles of communication and technique. Heffernan discusses strategies like ‘sort’ protection and how to handle blitz scenarios effectively. He also touches on adapting coaching methods to elite players and the importance of alignments against diverse defensive schemes. His experiences offer a treasure trove of tactical knowledge for aspiring coaches and players.

Mar 18, 2022 • 1h 41min
Episode 9: Inside Zone, RPOs, and Returning to 3-Step & Mesh w/ Jason Mohns (Saguaro HS)
Coach Jason Mohns of Saguaro High School discusses Inside Zone rules, pass game off Zone, 10P looks, playing against 3-high safeties, inside fade importance, going back to 3-step/mesh, and auxiliary RPOs.

Jul 29, 2021 • 1h 36min
Episode 8: Developing the Complete QB & Tweaking Your Offense w/ Will Hall, HC-OC-QBs at So Miss
In this engaging conversation, Will Hall, Head Coach and QB expert at Southern Mississippi, shares his coaching journey and unique philosophies. He emphasizes the need to tailor offense around a quarterback's strengths and covers his innovative 7 reads for optimal QB development. Hall also discusses the crucial balance of culture and strategy in building a cohesive coaching staff. With insights into adapting offensive systems and promoting competition among players, he provides a fresh perspective on what it takes to succeed in football coaching.

Jun 17, 2021 • 1h 11min
Episode 7: Coaching QBs in the NFL w/ Mike Kafka of the Kansas City Chiefs (QB Coach & Passing Game Co)
Season 1 Episode 7 features Mike Kafka, QB Coach and Passing Game Coordinator for the Kansas City Chiefs. We discuss the different elements of coaching Quarterbacks in the NFL. SHOW NOTES 5:17 Welcome Mike Kafka 10:40 Evolution of the Chiefs Offense 11:54 % of Weekly Additions/Tweaks 16:03 Developing Opponent Driven Packages 19:30 Training Camp Inventory 27:35 Planning Ahead for Certain Looks 33:31 Game Week Schedule 44:54 QB Fundamental Drills 55:01 What It's Like to Coach Patrick Mahomes 56:55 Best Part of Mahomes' Game 58:13 Championship Question & Playcalling Mechanics Follow Coach Mike Kafka on Twitter @MikeKafka3. Follow me @CoachVass, and the podcast's account @RunVassOption, as well as the defensive podcast, @MDGAPodcast. Come join us on Twitter to discuss the episode! COACHVASS COACHTUBE COURSE OF THE WEEK Jeff Steinberg - Steinberg QB Academy Chapter 5 Drills to Develop Your QB https://coachtube.com/course/football/steinberg-qb-academy-ch-5-drills-to-develop-your-qb/13429887 To see the new Coach Vass Football YouTube Page www.youtube.com/coachvassfootball To join the Coach Vass Football Patreon, go to www.patreon.com/CoachVass Visit our website at www.coachvass.com to view more information on the podcast, the link to his YouTube channel, CoachTube videos, Patreon, Pop-Up Clinics, blog posts, and articles from Coach Vass, as well links to join Coach Vass' email list, and a form to contact him for off-season consulting. SPONSOR LINKS: www.hudl.com www.coachtube.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 1, 2021 • 1h 56min
Episode 6: Capology w/ Dub Maddox, Owner of R4 and OC/QBs at Union HS (Tulsa, OK)
Season 1 Episode 6 features Dub Maddox, Offensive Coordinator and Quarterback Coach, of Union High School in Tulsa, Oklahoma, as well as the creator of the R4 system. We talk about his new book, "Capology," and the concepts he explores in his latest work. SHOW NOTES 2:31 Welcome Dub Maddox 10:20 What is Capology? 18:42 Capology & R4 25:05 The Impetus for Capology 35:26 Deeper Dive into Capology 44:14 Doubling up on Language 52:48 Survival Bias & Explanation of CAP 57:20 Studying Every Interception in the NFL 1:04:58 Most Common Mistake QBs Make 1:07:31 Players' Vision 1:25:06 QB Scan Strategies & Processing the Field 1:34:06 Getting into Coaching 1:43:33 How To Get the Book! 1:50:00 Championship Question Follow Coach Maddox on Twitter @CoachDubMaddox. Follow me @CoachVass, and the podcast's account @RunVassOption, as well as the defensive podcast, @MDGAPodcast. Come join us on Twitter to discuss the episode! COACHVASS COACHTUBE COURSE OF THE WEEK Greg Studrawa - Zone Read & Perimeter Run Game Fundamentals & Techniques @ COOL Clinic https://coachtube.com/course/football/greg-studrawa-ohio-state-read-and-perimeter-run-fundamentals-and-tech/14255755 To see the new Coach Vass Football YouTube Page www.youtube.com/coachvassfootball To join the Coach Vass Football Patreon, go to www.patreon.com/CoachVass Visit our website at www.coachvass.com to view more information on the podcast, the link to his YouTube channel, CoachTube videos, Patreon, Pop-Up Clinics, blog posts, and articles from Coach Vass, as well links to join Coach Vass' email list, and a form to contact him for off-season consulting. SPONSOR LINKS: www.hudl.com www.coachtube.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 5, 2021 • 2h 48min
Episode 5: Spread, Super Power, and Stories w/ Steven Lo, OC at St. John Bosco (Bellflower, CA)
Steven Lo, offensive coordinator at St. John Bosco High School, shares his wealth of knowledge and stories from the field. He unveils the evolution of offensive strategies, integrating traditional concepts with modern spread techniques. Lo dives into the nuances of managing multiple quarterbacks and adapting plays to fit team strengths. Humorous anecdotes abound, highlighting the camaraderie and challenges faced in coaching. Plus, discover his take on the contrasting football styles from Texas and California!

Apr 7, 2021 • 3h 24min
Episode 4: The Power-T Offense with Gus Kapolka (Cedar Springs, MI) & Dave Poltrock (Milwaukee, WI)
Season 1 Episode 4 features two Power-T gurus, Gus Kapolka and Dave Poltrock. We discuss all things Power-T including theory, philosophy, and top plays, plus much more! SHOW NOTES 7:58 Welcome Coach Kapolka & Poltrock 14:57 Job Security & Regional Flavors 24:22 Who's More Secretive? Slot or Power-T Coaches? 39:07 History of the Offense 49:55 Main Tenets/Philosophy of the System 1:02:00 Power-T Alignments, Cadence, Etc. 1:17:49 Directional Balance/Personnel Placement 1:42:30 1st 2 Plays: Trap & Power 2:01:19 Adapting to Defensive Answers 2:23:18 Auxiliary Plays 2:39:34 Using the Power-T as a Package 2:59:55 Favorite Playaction Pass 3:09:31 Championship Question Follow Coach Kapolka on Twitter @Gus_Kapolka and Dave Poltrock @rockpoltrock. Follow me @CoachVass, and the podcast's account @RunVassOption, as well as the defensive podcast, @MDGAPodcast. Come join us on Twitter to discuss the episode! COACHVASS COACHTUBE COURSE OF THE WEEK Jake Timmerman - "Mastering Pass Pro Fundamentals for Offensive Linemen" https://coachtube.com/course/football/mastering-pass-pro-fundamentals-for-offensive-linemen/13324979 To watch the replay of the Kurt Warner webinar: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M5Hkp-43zFI To see the new Coach Vass Football YouTube Page www.youtube.com/coachvassfootball To join the Coach Vass Football Patreon, go to www.patreon.com/CoachVass Visit our website at www.coachvass.com to view more information on the podcast, the link to his YouTube channel, CoachTube videos, Patreon, Pop-Up Clinics, blog posts, and articles from Coach Vass, as well links to join Coach Vass' email list, and a form to contact him for off-season consulting. SPONSOR LINKS: www.hudl.com www.coachtube.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Mar 24, 2021 • 1h 28min
Episode 3: Wide Zone and Complimentary Tags-Calls w/ Nick Codutti, HC/OC at Fulshear HS (Fulshear, TX)
Guest Nick Codutti, Head Coach and Offensive Coordinator at Fulshear HS, discusses wide zone installation, tags & adjustments, common defensive counter punches, RB reads, WR blocking, and creating favorable matchups.