In this breakdown video, Tremaine Jackson (Head Coach Prairie View A&M) reveals the exact 3-3-3 defensive run fits that he has used to consistently shut down even the most explosive ground attacks, giving you the tactical advantage your defense needs.
The video was taken from his Glazier Drive streaming clinic Run Fits out of a 3-3 3-High Safety Defense.
Check below the video for some key takeaways from the presentation.
This video breaks down an effective defensive approach using a 3-3-3 structure with high safeties to stop the run game. Key points include:
- The base defense uses a "tight front" with defensive ends and tackles in four-eye techniques (lined up on offensive tackles' inside eyes)
- Features a flexible nose guard alignment that changes based on game situation
- Linebacker structure includes Sam, Mike, and Will positions, typically aligned at 4 yards depth
- Uses a "Jet" safety positioned 10 yards deep over the ball or the #3 receiver
- Two "Vice" safeties play quarters coverage with specific run fit responsibilities
- The defensive philosophy emphasizes "spill" technique - forcing runners to the outside where safeties can make tackles
- The coach explains their unique personnel strategy: recruiting primarily interior defensive linemen rather than traditional defensive ends
- Shows multiple examples against counter plays and gap schemes
- Compares their 3-high safety defense to "the defensive version of the option" that offenses must specifically prepare for
- Notes this approach led to "one of the best run defenses in the country"
- Demonstrates adaptability against various offensive formations like trips and nub tight end looks
The video includes several play diagrams and film examples showing successful run fits against different offensive attacks.