Anatomy of a Pressure: The Baltimore Ravens Jet Diner 2

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» In this episode, I talk about:

• Though it was a slow start, Zach Orr and Co. have made the Baltimore defense into the top ten unit heading into the playoffs.

• The Revans are the second-best pass-rushing team in the NFL, behind the Broncos, and Chuck Smith deserves credit.

• Examine how the Ravens manufactured a sack from a double-edge simulated pressure popularly known as ‘Diner 2.’

• How the alignment of the Ravens forced the RB to stay away from the free-hitter that got the sack.

• Quickly look at the coverage behind the pressure: Tampa 2.

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Diagrams of Diner 2:

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Dave Aranda (LSU)

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Todd Orlando (Texas)

**The pressure is typically ran from a Double Mug or Odd Front. The Ravens utilize a ‘wide’ alignment in pods of three defenders.

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» Other resources:

Creating simple simulated pressures. A lesson from the Ravens.

Pressure Paths 101: Odd Package Progression

The Browns Double Edge Pressure vs. the Ravens

Feb. '23 Blitz of the Month: The 'Diner' Path

The Panthers Double-A Series

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