The importance of a good Vertical Hook player in Match-3.

MatchQuarters examines two plays from the Jets vs. Browns preseason game that illustrates the importance of LB drops within coverage.

Following the conclusion of the ’22 season, former Browns Defensive Coordinator Joe Woods was fired and subsequently replaced by NFL journeyman DC Jim Schwartz. Inconsistent play from the secondary and a lack of run-stopping ability highlighted Woods’ tenure in Cleveland.

Starting in ’20, the Browns finished 25th in DVOA. The following year, the Clevela…