How Jim Knowles' Hybrid Ohio State Defense Stops Counter GT & Power | MatchQuarters Film Breakdown

Breaking down Jim Knowles' unique Ohio State hybrid defense. See how the Buckeyes' 3-high structure with a 4-man front stops Counter GT and Power runs.

In this video:
Why is Jim Knowles the ‘king’ of hybrid defenses?
How Ohio State sets up the defensive structure to accommodate its talent.
Explain how Knowles mitigates space in the box to protect his Middle Safety.
Dissect how a four-down front functions with a three-high alignment behind it.
Examine the run fits of the system versus a Counter GY from Tennessee.

Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction to Jim Knowles' Hybrid Defense
00:55 - Analyzing the Offensive 3-Back Formation
01:06 - Ohio State's "Egypt" Pyramid Linebacker Alignment
01:50 - Defensive Line Setup: Under Front & "Pit" Stunt
02:51 - The Offensive Play Call: Counter GT with an Arc
03:11 - Secondary Structure: Trap Corner & Tampa Look
05:01 - Defensive End's "Dent" Technique vs. the Puller
05:50 - How the Stunt Frees Up the Nickel/Safety
06:25 - The Full Run Fit & How the Players Converge
07:53 - Final Breakdown of the Play & Run Fit

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