Three time conference coach of the year, Stephen Crounse, teaches you everything you need to know to effectively run the 3-5-3 defense. This defense is perfect for any coach who has a lot of athletes (or "tweeners") but not the typical-sized linemen, linebackers and defensive backs. In this instructional football DVD, Coach Crounse covers 19 blitzes his team utilizes. Through marker board instruction, Crounse shows how to apply pressure from all directions while making sure the defensive linemen maintain the ability to be effective single gap players. He also provides simplified blitz numbering that makes installation and memorization easy for teams at any level. Crounse includes game footage to show the blitizes in action. This DVD is a great compliment to the 3-5-3 Fronts and Coverages.

52 minutes. 2009.

Defense wins championships and former Phoebus High School head coach Bill Dee has won four of the last eight Virginia Division 5 state championships. In 2008, Coach Dee's defense allowed only 53 points (3.5 per game) during his team's 15-0 season due in part to his low risk zone blitz package. Dee explains his defensive philosophy, game goals and defensive principles, as well as what skills and qualities he looks for when choosing his defensive players. Dee details player techniques and responsibilities for zone blitzes including field blitzes, middle blitzes and short blitzes. He diagrams eight different blitzes and complements each with game video and coaching tips. This simple zone blitz package is excellent for stopping the run as well as putting pressure on the passing game.

58 minutes. 2009.

Coach Doeren brings Big 10 experience and an effective pass defense to this DVD on zone blitzes or "pressures." In 2006, Wisconsin's defense led the nation in pass efficiency defense (84.19 rating) and finished second in passing yards allowed per game (138.3) and scoring defense (12.1 ppg). UW also was No. 5 nationally in total defense, allowing just 253.1 yards per contest. The primary goal of Doeren's pressure system is to exert equal zone pressure on the run and the pass. Planning practice is an important part of building a strong defense, and Doeren lays out his spring practice calendar breaking down drills, conditioning and meetings. Doeren's 3 deep/3 under package features the blitz and helps makes up for defensive deficiencies. These pressures are multi-purpose, can fit off of protection schemes and the option, adjust out to any formation and are good run and pass blitzes. Doeren also shares key coaching adjustments that help maintain game productivity. He illustrates multiple pressure techniques using video footage. This pressure package can force turnovers and add the element of surprise to your defense.

48 minutes. 2008.

Zone blitzes can be unpredictable for an opposing offense. Coach Bowen's lecture-style presentation is filled with concepts such as blitzing the tackle instead of the gap. Using diagrams and game footage, Bowen shows you in-depth execution of the vital components of the blitz. Field, Smash and Smoke are some of the blitzes covered for both the two- and three-deep sets. Insight is also given on "match and adapt" coverage and confusing run blocking schemes while stopping the run. This DVD is your front row seat to Bowen's outlook on two- and three-deep zone blitz coverage and how to utilize successful blitzing technique.

43 minutes. 2008.

National championships come few and far between for college coaches. Mike Hankwitz experienced this once-in-a-lifetime feeling as he lead the Colorado defense to the 1990 National Championship. His experience as a 21-year defensive coordinator is unparalleled. This DVD will proclaim Coach Hankwitz's knowledge of the blitz and how it can be used to success. There are 7 Blitz Principles that form the foundation for aggressive football. Some of the key principles are blitzes out of various fronts, using your best blitzer, creating mismatches with your personnel and the scheme, and disguising the blitz. The disguise will make your blitz look like zone. Ultimately, you want your best coverage match-ups, allowing for your best players matched with your opponents best. Because Coach Hankwitz's scheme includes 25 percent zone blitz, the man blitz is an excellent compliment to their overall defensive attack. Complimented with video clips, a total of 18 different blitz looks are broken down. Each element of the blitz is unique yet effective in the overall defensive scheme. Some of the looks include 45 Strike Red & Hammer, 53 Blitz Black & Blood Blue. The 53 Cowboy Blue implements the psycho technique. In the Dime Crash, 6 defensive backs drop back into coverage. Two backers are sent up the middle in Dime Raider Blue and Nickel Arrow Blue. The N Attack Green is a 7-man overload look, and Dime Fire Green is used against spread offensive teams. Dime Sable Green gives a different look as defensive pressure comes right up the middle. The 3-man linebacker cross is seen on video in the 30 Blood Blue and the man blitz with free safety is utilized in 53 Fade Red. The advantage of this presentation is the variety of blitz looks that are possible. A coach can pick the blitz formations that fit his team and defensive philosophy. Calling a blitz at the right time could be a major turning point in a big game. Add needed weapons to your defensive arsenal with this superb DVD!

64 minutes. 2006.