MatchQuarters by Cody Alexander

MatchQuarters by Cody Alexander

“How do you play Trips?” – Pt. 2

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Cody Alexander
Aug 09, 2016
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The Trips formation creates a dilemma for any defensive coordinator and the problems usually start in the box. The major issue with any 3×1 formation is how a defense chooses to defend the #3 receiver. Regardless if a defense runs an Under Front or Under, the Mike either has to cover down to the #3 WR or the defense has to spin a safety to gain a cover …

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