I need someone to give me a Linebacker lesson. Please see inside

If we knew, we’d probably be an offensive coordinator

Bench = boundary

F = field (comes off in nickel)

Mack - lines up on the field side A gap

Rover - lines up on the boundary side A gap

ETA: it’s also game-specific, so the Mack and rover may switch responsibilities especially if one is tasked with spying

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Ross Dellenger who is one of the best ever at covering LSU, spoke to Aranda a year or 2 specifically about his positions. Search & im sure you can find it

Pretty sure Aranda terms it Buck linebacker, not bench

Same position, just different terminology

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Bench = boundary F = field (comes off in nickel) Mack - lines up on the field side A gap Rover - lines up on the boundary side A gap

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Now, please take a moment to explain this.

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So, we run a base set 3-4 defense. In this type of defense you have only two true linebackers or “Mike” linebackers. These guys are pretty similar to a traditional 4-3 “Mike” linebacker, but usually one of them will be a bit better in zone coverage like a “will” backer in a 4-3. These guys play run first and then drop into coverage unless there is a specific, blitz, coverage or spy called. Aranda usually doesn’t use a spy though.

That’s what White does. Ideal size is like 6’0-6’2 225ish.

In the 3-4 the Will and Sam backers of the outside linebackers (like Key) are completely different animals than the 4-3 OLBs. The 3-4 backer is actually more of an Uber athletic and long defensive end. Their primary role is to put pressure on the quarterback and swat down passes. They also must keep edge contain on run plays. They also have to be able to do some coverage (mostly zone but sometimes manned up on the tight ends.)

This is what Key does. Ideal size is 6’3+ and 250+ with as much speed as possible. This position is for the biggest freaks in football.