# ![@The_Coach_A Avatar](https://lunarcrush.com/gi/w:26/cr:twitter::2359884008.png) @The_Coach_A Cody Alexander

Cody Alexander posts on X about in the, super bowl, the super, nfl the most. They currently have [------] followers and [---] posts still getting attention that total [------] engagements in the last [--] hours.

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[in the](/topic/in-the) 17.54%, [super bowl](/topic/super-bowl) #1410, [the super](/topic/the-super) #1545, [nfl](/topic/nfl) #3208, [super](/topic/super) #2544, [new england](/topic/new-england) #280, [hot](/topic/hot) 6.14%, [to the](/topic/to-the) #4320, [3x1](/topic/3x1) #9, [if you](/topic/if-you) 5.26%

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### Top Social Posts
Top posts by engagements in the last [--] hours

"The final scheme to attack the B-gaps was the "Nail" path (Inside Fire Zone). Seattle pounded the Patriots' protection and the RB. This was the Seahawks' signature blitz all year and it was on full display in Super Bowl LX. "  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2022313257508164048)  2026-02-13T14:13Z 59.7K followers, [---] engagements


"What happens when you match elite players with elite coaching You get the Seattle Seahawks. Mike Macdonald is a teacher first and it oozes out of every corner of his program. Read Now -- https://www.matchquarters.com/p/mike-macdonald-super-bowl-lx-defense-masterclass https://www.matchquarters.com/p/mike-macdonald-super-bowl-lx-defense-masterclass"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2022732580714418305)  2026-02-14T18:00Z 59.7K followers, 14.9K engagements


"Who is the "King of Pressure" in the NFL It just might be the Seahawks' Mike Macdonald. Seattle doesn't blitz often but when it does it's efficient. They hold a 50% pressure rate when sending heat2nd best blitz-to-sack conversion in the NFL. Here's how they do it: "  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2012148326247125399)  2026-01-16T13:01Z 59.7K followers, 32.5K engagements


"Because I'm a nerd I have watched a ton of Arizona Cardinals tape since '23. Here are some resources: "  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2015461824804565232)  2026-01-25T16:28Z 59.6K followers, 70.4K engagements


"For Chargers fans (& anyone else) asking who is Chris O'Leary. GA'd for Minter at Georgia State. Worked for Rick Minter (Dad) at Florida Tech. Under Clark Lea (Vandy) at Notre Dame. Marcus Freeman Al Golden. Minter again in '24 (LAC). Called his own defense in '25. -- https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2016858528049246539 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2016858528049246539"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2016858528049246539)  2026-01-29T12:58Z 59.6K followers, 31.4K engagements


"The "Inside" Fire Zone: Pressure Paths & 3x1 Adjustments Analyzing the "Inside" pressure path protection manipulation & coverage adjustments for 3x1 formations. Link below. "  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2017227859849334849)  2026-01-30T13:26Z 59.6K followers, 18.1K engagements


"Seahawks running 1-Robber with a "back stop" for Puka Nacua. The call goes opposite the best player especially if the offense utilizes him in crossing routes. Here the Rams attack Emmanwori (3) with an out-breaking route. Great illustration of how much trust Seattle has in their rookie Ni. -- https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2017357158107779259 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2017357158107779259"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2017357158107779259)  2026-01-30T22:00Z 59.6K followers, [----] engagements


"Everyone is "stealing" this pressure from the Seahawks. Watch Now -- https://www.matchquarters.com/p/jaguars-mike-macdonald-inside-fire-zone-anthony-campanile https://www.matchquarters.com/p/jaguars-mike-macdonald-inside-fire-zone-anthony-campanile"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2017387353099456702)  2026-01-31T00:00Z 59.6K followers, 30.9K engagements


"Tulane running a TON stunt to the RB in their Tite Front vs. North Texas. --"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2018323625930084550)  2026-02-02T14:00Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"Texas Tech fitting a Counter GY Lead from BYU. DE David Bailey (31) is crashing the edge forcing the pullers to log deeper in the backfield. Keeps the LBs clean to the ball.💥 --"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2018383918760697917)  2026-02-02T18:00Z 59.6K followers, [----] engagements


"Texas Tech running an "NCAA" Fire Zone path but running a hard trap 2-Steal coverage behind it. 2-Steal sends the back side Safety into the Seam front side. CB has a "hard" trap and eliminates the RB Flare Screen. --"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2018414120018891218)  2026-02-02T20:00Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"I get questions about running a Boss (Load) Front on standard downs. Here's an example of Texas Tech running a Load Front to the RB. BYU is running a Spinner Boot & pulls the RG. The Center can't get to the 4i & the play results in a fumble. --"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2018688265176436815)  2026-02-03T14:09Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"Western Michigan blitzing the CB vs. North Texas. Half-Field Zone behind meaning the "away" side is playing Quarters while the blitz side mans up. The Chargers mainly used Derwin James as their secondary blitzer. Will be interesting to see if this shows up in LA in '26. --"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2019049339071389881)  2026-02-04T14:04Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"Another Western Michigan CB Half-Field Zone pressure vs. North Texas. --"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2019138893442859225)  2026-02-04T20:00Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"Western Michigan running a NOT stunt (Nose 1st) to the RB vs. North Texas. Shotgun runs allow the defense to run these wrap stunts with high accuracy. RB in a zone offense will be opposite the OL's movement. Nose cuts off the front side space & funnels the RB to the DT. --"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2019169096458465305)  2026-02-04T22:00Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"The Patriots reliance on a 'Vision Safety' leaves Christian Gonzalez on an island into the boundary. Weve seen the Broncos &W Texans exploit this exact mechanic for explosives. In the Super Bowl expect Seattle to target that isolation with Rashid Shaheed. Link below. "  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2019396281454772265)  2026-02-05T13:02Z 59.6K followers, 21.3K engagements


"Watch Now -- https://www.matchquarters.com/p/patriots-vision-safety-trap-seahawks-super-bowl https://www.matchquarters.com/p/patriots-vision-safety-trap-seahawks-super-bowl"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2019396284122296711)  2026-02-05T13:02Z 59.6K followers, [----] engagements


"The Patriots' "Vision" Safety mechanics leave Christian Gonzalez on an island in the boundary. Here is exactly how Seattle will exploit that isolation in the Super Bowl. 👇 Watch Now -- https://www.matchquarters.com/p/patriots-vision-safety-trap-seahawks-super-bowl https://www.matchquarters.com/p/patriots-vision-safety-trap-seahawks-super-bowl"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2019561679638732815)  2026-02-06T00:00Z 59.6K followers, [----] engagements


"@blackoutDsystem Yes if it's 3x1 they lock & poach"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2019747938176528620)  2026-02-06T12:20Z 59.6K followers, [--] engagements


"The Patriots are back in the Super Bowl and the DNA remains: Do Your Job and play solid defense. But with Mike Vrabel and Drake Maye the *how* has changed. The Patriots aren't just looking to win; theyre looking to hunt. "  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2019758107140702397)  2026-02-06T13:00Z 59.7K followers, 22.8K engagements


"Mike Macdonalds Seahawks defense is an efficiency monsterthey win the down at a 60% rate. If you try to play on schedule Seattle slowly squeezes the life out of you. To beat the "Darkside" defense you have to take the fight to them early. "  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2019758109955162437)  2026-02-06T13:00Z 59.6K followers, [----] engagements


"While Seattles offense uses Sam Darnold as a point guard Josh McDaniels has turned Maye into a pure shooter. - #1 in EPA/Dropback - [-----] EPA against the blitz McDaniels isn't manufacturing explosives through horizontal stretches; hes using vertical schemes to create 1-on-1s. "  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2019758112123629894)  2026-02-06T13:00Z 59.6K followers, [---] engagements


"Seattles DBs are aggressive and that can be turned against them. The Rams showed the league that the way to crack Macdonalds shell is through Double Moves and targeting the "Turkey Hole." Look for McDaniels to use Stefon Diggs to manipulate the safeties opening the door for Kayshon Boutte to strike deep. . https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2019758114313040209 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2019758114313040209"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2019758114313040209)  2026-02-06T13:00Z 59.6K followers, [----] engagements


"I went into the film to break down the specific dropback concepts New England will use to exploit Seattle's secondary and why Drake Maye could be the kryptonite for the "Darkside" defense. The full Super Bowl preview is live Read the full breakdown here: -- https://www.matchquarters.com/p/how-patriots-beat-seahawks-defense-super-bowl-lx https://www.matchquarters.com/p/how-patriots-beat-seahawks-defense-super-bowl-lx"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2019758116238135356)  2026-02-06T13:00Z 59.6K followers, 10.1K engagements


"The plan is simple for the Patriots: ATTACK 💥 Read Now -- https://www.matchquarters.com/p/how-patriots-beat-seahawks-defense-super-bowl-lx https://www.matchquarters.com/p/how-patriots-beat-seahawks-defense-super-bowl-lx"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2019924072738746847)  2026-02-07T00:00Z 59.6K followers, [----] engagements


"@ceauxch By the book definition of complaining vs. actual practice. No one wants a "yes man" or complaining culture"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2020188987605020710)  2026-02-07T17:32Z 59.6K followers, [--] engagements


"@NFL_DougFarrar This defense has really turned it on in the back half of the season"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2020202396232872257)  2026-02-07T18:25Z 59.6K followers, [----] engagements


"But if you aren't creating forward momentum by finding solutions or getting to the root of the problem you are just in an echo chamber with nothing to show for it. Control the controllables. Bringing up issues and complaining for stress release are two different things and should be done in two different settings. I'm directly talking about a complaining culture. https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2020226466131116433 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2020226466131116433"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2020226466131116433)  2026-02-07T20:01Z 59.6K followers, [--] engagements


"If wanting to compare Jesse Minter to Chris O'Leary it's pretty much the same. The college game forces most defenses to play more Quarters because of spacing issues which is why that is the biggest differentiator. --"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2020241160095355084)  2026-02-07T21:00Z 59.6K followers, [----] engagements


"Youve heard the same talking points all week. Now its time to look at the real numbers that will actually decide the game Im opening up the Chalk Last: Super Bowl Edition for the next [--] hours. Dive into the real game plan before kickoff. Link below. "  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2020336069804453976)  2026-02-08T03:17Z 59.6K followers, [----] engagements


"The most comprehensive defensive-focused breakdown you will find on the Big Game. Read Now -- https://www.matchquarters.com/p/chalk-last-super-bowl-edition https://www.matchquarters.com/p/chalk-last-super-bowl-edition"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2020336072979542343)  2026-02-08T03:17Z 59.6K followers, [----] engagements


"How New England Can Crack Macdonalds Code Read Now -- https://www.matchquarters.com/p/how-patriots-beat-seahawks-defense-super-bowl-lx https://www.matchquarters.com/p/how-patriots-beat-seahawks-defense-super-bowl-lx"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2020603548892119412)  2026-02-08T21:00Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"Safety pressures vs. 3x1 formations have been used by the Patriots on both drives. Has been a staple scheme in the playoffs. --"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2020649356828070377)  2026-02-09T00:02Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"Macdonald trading between Witherspoon & Drake Thomas in the B-gaps. 💥 --"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2020656971926692013)  2026-02-09T00:32Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"The natural layering in the Seahawks pass rush lanes is why they are so good. Everything is so technically sound. --"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2020684693033640020)  2026-02-09T02:22Z 59.7K followers, 11.2K engagements


"Sack-Fumble was Seahawks best pressure all year. Maybe the blitz path of the NFL season. "Inside" path. This has been Macdonald's favorite blitz path in '25. Can run it to or away from the passing strength or to & away from the RB. 👉 "Inside" Fire Zone path The Seahawks run Palms behind the pressure vs. the Rams. -- https://t.co/3jX3avQr2w This has been Macdonald's favorite blitz path in '25. Can run it to or away from the passing strength or to & away from the RB. 👉 "Inside" Fire Zone path The Seahawks run Palms behind the pressure vs. the Rams. -- https://t.co/3jX3avQr2w"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2020695176696750289)  2026-02-09T03:04Z 59.7K followers, 10.9K engagements


"Modern defense isn't just a playbook; its an operating system. Dave Aranda's system is not defined by how many you send but where they come from. Its not about volume; its about processing power and protection manipulation. The Aranda Creeper & Sim Manual is live "  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2020846323004485856)  2026-02-09T13:04Z 59.7K followers, 21.9K engagements


"Arandas philosophy is built on protection manipulation. You don't just "call" a path; you attack a weakness or an inefficiency. The Golden Rule of the System: ➡ If the OL blocks IN we rush OUT ➡ If the OL blocks OUT we rush IN "  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2020846326238585257)  2026-02-09T13:04Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"Ive codified the Dave Aranda "Hard Drive." Translating every core path: Wizard Favre Brees Brady Bradshaw Orton and Theismann into easily digestible and repeatable protocols. "  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2020846327916105899)  2026-02-09T13:04Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"The purpose of the manual is to give you a simple streamlined approach to learning the nuances of the system. Plus resources from MatchQuarters coveraging the particular paths. Defensive language can be a jumbled mess so there's a glossary provided as well "  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2020846330243940851)  2026-02-09T13:04Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"If you have been a follower of MatchQuarters you were not surprised at all by the lethal execution (& paths) of Mike Macdonald's pressures last night. Been trying to get the word out. "  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2020919390967849070)  2026-02-09T17:55Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"The Sniper: Mike Macdonalds Pressure Logic - Less is More: How Mike Macdonald Wins With Surgical Pressure and Smarter Structure - Inside the Tag pressures Boat Hot Palms and Drop-8 concepts that define Seattles modern defensive shift. - Mike Macdonald used one of his favorite simulated pressures to manufacture an Aaron Rodgers interception that led to a Leonard Williams 95-yard Thicc Six. - -- https://www.matchquarters.com/p/anatomy-of-a-pressure-the-seahawks-thicc-six-new-york-jets-aaron-rodgers-mike-macdonaldutm_source=publication-search"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2020919394000314552)  2026-02-09T17:55Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


""Stop the run have some fun" - Mike Macdonald Seahawks linebacker Ernest Jones on what makes Seattle's defense so uncommon. https://t.co/YL39LQVDhz Seahawks linebacker Ernest Jones on what makes Seattle's defense so uncommon. https://t.co/YL39LQVDhz"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2020942449808638089)  2026-02-09T19:26Z 59.7K followers, 16.1K engagements


"@TheHonestNFL If you go Flex TE & chip him they are going to shove the s*** outta the coverage. 😂"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2020943376116531663)  2026-02-09T19:30Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"Dave Arandas system isnt just a playbookits the architecture of modern defensive logic. Ive codified the Aranda "Operating System" into a technical manual for the [----] offseason. Hard-wired efficiency. Read Now -- https://www.matchquarters.com/p/aranda-creeper-manual-simulated-pressures https://www.matchquarters.com/p/aranda-creeper-manual-simulated-pressures"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2021011229733507411)  2026-02-10T00:00Z 59.7K followers, 14.7K engagements


"RT @b_peters12: Concept Cutup: Ben Johnsons Branch - Drive https://alertthepost.substack.com/p/concept-cutup-2025-bears-branch-drive https://alertthepost.substack.com/p/concept-cutup-2025-bears-branch-drive"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2021234039080845488)  2026-02-10T14:45Z 59.7K followers, [--] engagements


"The Aranda Creeper System - Flacco Series - Read Now -- https://www.matchquarters.com/p/aranda-creeper-manual-simulated-pressures https://www.matchquarters.com/p/aranda-creeper-manual-simulated-pressures"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2021283021983240625)  2026-02-10T18:00Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"What will the defense for the Chargers look like in [----] Here's some context: Chris O'Leary vs. Jesse Minter --"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2021343419763675316)  2026-02-10T22:00Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"@FootsDaKing @JohnOwning Just watch him destroy the MAC OTs. Then go watch him play Michigan State & Illinois. He does it vs. everyone"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2021347395569897828)  2026-02-10T22:15Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"@traceygere @TheHonestNFL With a Quads set like that Thomas is the weak-2 defender. Once he blocks he knows the CB is going to search the intermediate meaning he know has him man-to-man. These types of coverages like to use the LBs to release the DBs to climb higher especially if you chip"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2021348073260433760)  2026-02-10T22:18Z 59.7K followers, [--] engagements


"Mike Macdonald and the Seahawks just put on a defensive masterclass in the Super Bowl. @felixrjohnson and I are breaking down: - The B-gap blueprint - Sam Darnolds redemption - Why the Patriots were a year too early Watch/Listen Let's Talk Ball Links below. "  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2021570857869484043)  2026-02-11T13:03Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"Hey it's a football show that actually talks ball Please follow rate and review us. Plus tell your friends MatchQuarters: Apple: Spotify: YouTube: -- https://www.youtube.com/@TalkBallPodcast https://open.spotify.com/show/1EHyzgTOHQFbSv1i2GpJyZsi=68947d0515eb42cd https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lets-talk-ball/id1629667933 https://www.matchquarters.com/podcast https://www.youtube.com/@TalkBallPodcast https://open.spotify.com/show/1EHyzgTOHQFbSv1i2GpJyZsi=68947d0515eb42cd https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lets-talk-ball/id1629667933 https://www.matchquarters.com/podcast"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2021570860406952047)  2026-02-11T13:03Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"Mike Macdonald and the Seahawks just put on a defensive masterclass in the Super Bowl. @felixrjohnson and I are breaking down: - The B-gap blueprint - Sam Darnolds redemption - Why the Patriots were a year too early Watch/Listen Let's Talk Ball Links below. "  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2021571000941396159)  2026-02-11T13:04Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"Hey it's a football show that actually talks ball Please follow rate and review us. Plus tell your friends MatchQuarters: Apple: Spotify: YouTube: -- https://www.youtube.com/@TalkBallPodcast https://open.spotify.com/show/1EHyzgTOHQFbSv1i2GpJyZsi=68947d0515eb42cd https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lets-talk-ball/id1629667933 https://www.matchquarters.com/podcast https://www.youtube.com/@TalkBallPodcast https://open.spotify.com/show/1EHyzgTOHQFbSv1i2GpJyZsi=68947d0515eb42cd https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lets-talk-ball/id1629667933 https://www.matchquarters.com/podcast"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2021571003285946633)  2026-02-11T13:04Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"The Patriots' signature blitz showed up in the Super Bowl against the Seahawks. All playoffs New England consistently attacked the open side of 3x1 formations on early downs. --"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2021585075637227925)  2026-02-11T14:00Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"RT @JohnOwning: Great video from my guys @FootsDaKing and @The_Coach_A. Must watch imo: https://youtu.be/B9bckyT5B-Ysi=lU0aUeHA8Qr6y0HR https://youtu.be/B9bckyT5B-Ysi=lU0aUeHA8Qr6y0HR"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2021628579403247796)  2026-02-11T16:53Z 59.7K followers, [--] engagements


"RT @FootsDaKing: Great talk with @The_Coach_A Topics: -Most important defensive position to draft in this scheme - Will Dallas switch to"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2021628732423938537)  2026-02-11T16:53Z 59.7K followers, [--] engagements


"@TexansCommenter I think it has been an overall offensive trend but there were a ton of clips from the Super Bowl. It's a best practice to be honest as well. You either punch the point of attack or can chase the cutback"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2021634956641157196)  2026-02-11T17:18Z 59.7K followers, [---] engagements


"The Aranda Creeper System - Peso Bledsoe - Read Now -- https://www.matchquarters.com/p/aranda-creeper-manual-simulated-pressures https://www.matchquarters.com/p/aranda-creeper-manual-simulated-pressures"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2021645410641842540)  2026-02-11T18:00Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"@LearninBall The term is Aranda-based. These are his extension of the Arnsparger (LeBeau) "safe" Fire Zones. Instead of bringing [--] you bring [--]. Creeper typically refers to an edge-replacement pressure. Bring one drop the other (like a see-saw)"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2021674097432752590)  2026-02-11T19:54Z 59.7K followers, [--] engagements


"A Macdonald special: The Cover [--] "Tag" Sim. Double Edge pressure where both iDLs "pop" to the Hooks. The Seahawks typically run this in the Red Zone but here we see it in between the 40s vs. the Patriots. Seattle had all the greatest hits in the Super Bowl too. --"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2021675609634574390)  2026-02-11T20:00Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"I've got a few clips in Friday's Super Bowl breakdown. The Seahawks consistently attacked the B-gap to the "open" side of the Patriots' formations on early downs. Essentially shut the run game down in the 1st Half then played coverage to finish the game. -- https://t.co/BlrC9Iqlig The Seahawks consistently attacked the B-gap to the "open" side of the Patriots' formations on early downs. Essentially shut the run game down in the 1st Half then played coverage to finish the game. -- https://t.co/BlrC9Iqlig"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2021690707266732062)  2026-02-11T21:00Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"Classic look at Palms (2-Read) from the Patriots vs. a Fade/Out by the Seahawks. Bail technique by the CB too. Looked like the Patriots were trying to show Weak Rotation (3) which is a common coverage vs. Spread looks for them. --"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2021705808942088483)  2026-02-11T22:00Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"RT @b_peters12: What is the Inside Dig concept How is it different from Dagger/back side Digs I go into great detail on this concept in"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2021776411199947218)  2026-02-12T02:40Z 59.7K followers, [--] engagements


"Western Michigan running a Safety "trail" Fire Zone vs. North Texas. This path also appears in the Chargers & Seahawks playbooks. Seattle used this "inside" path concept more than the Chargers who featured Derwin James off the edge as their main secondary attack. --"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2019078497499480395)  2026-02-04T16:00Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"Western Michigan running Quarters (Trix) vs. North Texas. The backside Safety is playing "Trix" (Poach) isolating the boundary CB. --"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2019501283296575780)  2026-02-05T20:00Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"Everything you need for the Super Bowl. The Data: The Pod: Attacking the Patriots: Attacking the Seahawks: -- https://www.matchquarters.com/p/how-patriots-beat-seahawks-defense-super-bowl-lx https://www.matchquarters.com/p/patriots-vision-safety-trap-seahawks-super-bowl https://www.matchquarters.com/p/super-bowl-lxi-preview-patriots-seahawks-coaching-carousel https://www.matchquarters.com/p/chalk-last-super-bowl-edition https://www.matchquarters.com/p/how-patriots-beat-seahawks-defense-super-bowl-lx https://www.matchquarters.com/p/patriots-vision-safety-trap-seahawks-super-bowl"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2019833471439442367)  2026-02-06T18:00Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"Another CB blitz by Western Michigan vs. Northern Illinois. --"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2020950831227371576)  2026-02-09T20:00Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"Western Michigan is running a Mike "Cross" pressure (Abel) vs. Northern Illinois. This is a best practice path vs. zone teams & can be run as a simulated pressure or even a Cross-Dog Hot blitz. It's a foundational concept. --"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2021225007771218010)  2026-02-10T14:09Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"Western Michigan running a traditional Cross-Dog Hot Blitz vs. Northern Illinois. --"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2021313224470298802)  2026-02-10T20:00Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"The Non-Negotiables of Modern Football Listen to Let's Talk Ball wherever you pod. --"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2021736010535907518)  2026-02-12T00:00Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"When offenses trade intermediate routes for deep shots defenses have to adjust. I broke down the "Wave" concept and how NFL defenses use the Post Safety to cut off explosive plays. Key highlights: - Mechanics of "cutting the crosser" deep - Breaking down the "Wave" concept - Post Safety techniques Link below. "  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2021932543491084343)  2026-02-12T13:00Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"Patriots running a double-mugged simulated pressure vs. the Seahawks. These "all-up" looks challenge the protection of an offense. The RB takes [--] through the A-gap leaving the Safety free off the edge. New England "wins" with only four rushing because they manipulated the protection. -- https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2021949973307277507 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2021949973307277507"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2021949973307277507)  2026-02-12T14:10Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"Seahawks running a Will B-gap "stab" vs. a Draw from the Patriots. In the 1st Half these open side (away from the TE) pressures were the signature way Macdonald attacked the New England offense. --"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2021977596699738575)  2026-02-12T16:00Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"Macdonald's primary use of Witherspoon in their blitz schemes was the "Stride" path (Ni-to-B). Consistently in the Super Bowl the Seahawks targeted the open B-gap bubble. Below is an example of a Hot Blitz (2u/3d) vs. the Patriots. --"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2022068193570041990)  2026-02-12T22:00Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"Seattle lives in a two-high shell and the 49ers' Kyle Shanahan put it best pre-game: "You can't stay in this defense very long and stop the run but they do." In the 1st half Seattle held NE to just [--] rushing yards. The Seahawks are playing by a different set of rules. "  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2022313249669009810)  2026-02-13T14:13Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"Neither the Patriots nor the Seahawks threw too many defensive curveballs in the Super Bowl. Most of the same pressure patterns were there. Here is a 3-Thru concept from an Odd Front that showed up several times in the playoffs for New England. --"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2022324889407857091)  2026-02-13T15:00Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"Patriots version of the Flores "Bengals Hawk" vs. the Seahawks. Has been in the New England playbook for a long time. --"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2022400386963996985)  2026-02-13T20:00Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"Seahawks Cover [--] vs. the Patriots. The Quarters Safety is playing vision back to the passing strength. Cover [--] safety is high allowing him to sling to the post to make the interception. Elite play by Coby Bryant (8). --"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2022762773571133652)  2026-02-14T20:00Z 59.7K followers, 29.4K engagements


"Western Michigan with the standard Nickel pressure vs. Northern Illinois. --"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2020981039271653593)  2026-02-09T22:00Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"Then theres the "Sniper" himself: Devon Witherspoon. In Seattles Dime package Witherspoon is a chess piece. Macdonald unleashed him on "Stride" pathsattacking the B-gap while the front stunts away. The result [--] pressures [--] sack and a rattled Drake Maye. "  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2022313254895165695)  2026-02-13T14:13Z 59.7K followers, [---] engagements


"Eagles last year. Seahawks this year. If you can win with four you change the math on defense. You are probably going to win. Also Macdonald is a sniper with the blitz. --"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2020700375255544099)  2026-02-09T03:24Z 59.7K followers, 509.9K engagements


"Macdonald's signature blitz all year was his variations of "Nail" or an "inside" Fire Zone path with "Deuce" coverage behind it. Duece is his term for "Tango" or Palms (Qtrs) pressure coverage. He can attack any point on the offense & typically on passing downs you want to attack the RB. -- https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2022037995499528252 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2022037995499528252"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2022037995499528252)  2026-02-12T20:00Z 59.7K followers, 10.4K engagements


"The "Secret Sauce" The B-Gap. Modern offenses want to attack the B-gap in the run game. Macdonald used "Stab" pressuressurgical one-gap penetrations from the Nickel or Willto kill the run early. It turns the box into a phone booth real quick. "  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2022313252126912589)  2026-02-13T14:13Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"12 personnel got the B-gap "stabs" from the Ni and the Will. When teams went 13p against the Seahawks the Mike assumed the blitz path. This showed up consistently throughout the season for Seattle. --"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2022339992748736546)  2026-02-13T16:00Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"Seahawks running a Mug double A-gap blitz vs. the Patriots. Hot coverage (2u/3d) behind it. Long yardage and backed-up situations are where you want to use these pressures. .and that is where Macdonald used them in the Super Bowl. --"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2022430586799821163)  2026-02-13T22:00Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"Resource: -- https://www.matchquarters.com/p/what-is-a-man-indicator-zone-detroit-lions-aaron-glenn-new-york-jetsutm_source=publication-search https://www.matchquarters.com/p/what-is-a-man-indicator-zone-detroit-lions-aaron-glenn-new-york-jetsutm_source=publication-search"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2022678171070664732)  2026-02-14T14:23Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"The Seahawks utilized Witherspoon in their blitz package when in Dime vs. the Patriots. Their favorite concept was the "Stride" path attacking the B-gap in the protection. The Boss (Load) Front gets the slide to move left and Seattle hopes to "wash" it down creating an alley. Patriots actually pick this pretty well. -- https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2023035594335457295 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2023035594335457295"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2023035594335457295)  2026-02-15T14:04Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"Western Michigan running Quads vs. a Y-off formation by North Texas. Nickel "travel" into the boundary (passing strength). With a TE attached to the box the Field Safety can play vision instead of "Trix" (Poach). --"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2019531490124779762)  2026-02-05T22:00Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"The 3-Safety looks will still be there in LA. Western Michigan getting into a Cover [--] from a 3-High look. Read-Pop at the bottom. --"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2019773097784599027)  2026-02-06T14:00Z 59.7K followers, 14.5K engagements


"Western Michigan "Traveled" their Nickel meaning he goes to the passing strength even if it's formation into the boundary (FIB). Nice example of a "read" path by the Ni as well. The DE is able to dart upfield in the B-gap while the LT fans out to collect the blitz. Ni loops back inside for the sack. -- https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2019803277617975451 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2019803277617975451"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2019803277617975451)  2026-02-06T16:00Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"Another shot of Western Michigan going from 3-High to Cover [--] vs. Miami OH. --"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2019863794055541102)  2026-02-06T20:00Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"Western Michigan with a Cross-Dog Hot Blitz (2u/3d) from a 3-High shell vs. Miami OH. --"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2019893875226341757)  2026-02-06T22:00Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"Western Michigan running a "trail" blitz concept vs. Michigan State. For the Broncos this was one of their favorite ways to attack & connects well with their post-snap rotations. --"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2020142394126024756)  2026-02-07T14:27Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"@FootsDaKing Nadame Tucker ED Western Michigan"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2020159963234959653)  2026-02-07T15:37Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"Good look at a Snap-Exchange from Western Michigan vs. a Zone Read concept by Michigan State. LB hits the TE's block thick & is able to make the play bounce. Great shock-shed as well. --"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2020165661864218887)  2026-02-07T16:00Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"One defensive trend in the NFL for Nickel-based defenses is to "Walk" the Will LB to go from even (B-gap bubble) to odd spacing (closed B-gaps). Expect this look to follow former Western Michigan DC Chris O'Leary to LA. --"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2020195856331264285)  2026-02-07T18:00Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"Western Michigan running a CB "NCAA" path Hot Blitz (2u/3d) vs. Michigan State. Don't know if we see this exact pressure in the NFL from Chris O'Leary with the Chargers but the DBs were active under his tutelage. Gotta love a DB coach who throws his guys a bone 😂 --"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2020226184886575143)  2026-02-07T20:00Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"Western Michigan running "Trix" to a 3x1 from Michigan State. Trix = Poach #3 in Cover [--] (HQQ). --"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2020530194226790631)  2026-02-08T16:08Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"Western Michigan running a Cross-Dog path from their Base 3-4 alignment vs. Illinois. --"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2020588447291867645)  2026-02-08T20:00Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"Western Michigan running a Fire Zone path with a Trap [--] rotation from their 3rd Down package vs. Illinois. Watch the Safety and LB (3) "cut" to their man. Backside is an Inverted [--]. Would expect this in the Chargers' scheme for [----]. --"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2020618769551503476)  2026-02-08T22:00Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"Western Michigan attacking Illinois's 13p Wing formation with a CB blitz. Play-Action pass and the 3rd TE forgets to seal the edge. 💥 The DBs were active in Chris O'Leary's system. He'll take over for Jesse Minter this year as the Chargers' new DC. --"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2020860392071655597)  2026-02-09T14:00Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"Western Michigan checking to Cover [--] vs. Illinois. Initially the call looks to be "Quads" (Quarters) but once the WR motions to the field the boundary checks to Palms (Kathy). Quarters vs. formation into is an easy way to play "Box." "Cloud" force CB to the run up top. --"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2020890438736175291)  2026-02-09T16:00Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"Western Michigan running a CB + Will LB Hot Blitz vs. Northern Illinois. Hot Coverage = 2-under (Eyes) / 3-Deep Newly appointed Chargers DC Chris O'Leary used the CB to the nub-TE often"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2020935860477419726)  2026-02-09T19:00Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"This was one of Western Michigan's signature blitzes in 2025: LB + Safety Trail Typically it hits the interior (think Cross-Dog) but it can be shifted to the B-gap. The Seahawks and Chargers run a very similar concept on early downs to attack weak-side runs. --"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2021252829512700102)  2026-02-10T16:00Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"What happens when you pair the NFLs best defense with a "Master Sniper" A Super Bowl LX masterclass. Mike Macdonald didn't just beat the Patriots; he provided the blueprint for the next NFL meta. Here is how Seattle's defense took over Santa Clara. "  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2022313246682673298)  2026-02-13T14:13Z 59.7K followers, 24.8K engagements


"Macdonald has officially taken the torch from Spagnuolo as the NFL's "Master Sniper." He doesn't need high blitz volume; he uses structure "Passive Pressure" and elite secondary fundamentals to suffocate opponents. Pressure Rate: 3rd in NFL. Blitz Rate: Bottom [--]. Efficiency Raw Power. . https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2022313259898974395 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2022313259898974395"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2022313259898974395)  2026-02-13T14:13Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"The Double "Cut": Low & High Crossers Watch Now (Free) -- https://www.matchquarters.com/p/defending-deep-crossers-single-high-cut-technique https://www.matchquarters.com/p/defending-deep-crossers-single-high-cut-technique"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2022370183814484365)  2026-02-13T18:00Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"Seahawks with a man-indicator zone vs. the Patriots. Looks like 2-man morphs into Tampa [--] post-snap. "Natural" Tex stunt for the sack-fumble. "  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2022678169472385318)  2026-02-14T14:23Z 59.7K followers, 11.1K engagements


"The Seahawks consistently attacked the B-gap to the "open" side of the Patriots' formations on early downs. Essentially shut the run game down in the 1st Half then played coverage to finish the game. --"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2021615217613156750)  2026-02-11T16:00Z 59.7K followers, 122.2K engagements


"I have the full schematic breakdown. Diving deep into the tape on the "Stab" "Stride" and "Nail" concepts that defined the Seahawks' Super Bowl win. Read Now -- https://www.matchquarters.com/p/mike-macdonald-super-bowl-lx-defense-masterclass https://www.matchquarters.com/p/mike-macdonald-super-bowl-lx-defense-masterclass"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2022313262109376745)  2026-02-13T14:13Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"We are so used to seeing the Chiefs' Steve Spagnuolo with the perfectly timed blitz in the Super Bowl. Mike Macdonald is now the NFL's "Master Sniper." Read Now . -- https://www.matchquarters.com/p/mike-macdonald-super-bowl-lx-defense-masterclass https://www.matchquarters.com/p/mike-macdonald-super-bowl-lx-defense-masterclass"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2022460783100113116)  2026-02-14T00:00Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements


"Seahawks running a Cover [--] variation vs. the Patriots' 3x1 formation. Not sure if this is a Stubbie (Mini) or Stump check (they carry both & prefer Stump). Still a good illustration of how the internal "triangle" works over #2 & #3. CB has all of #1 out (nails down). --"  
[X Link](https://x.com/The_Coach_A/status/2023064763278983414)  2026-02-15T16:00Z 59.7K followers, [----] engagements

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