Spare a Dime – The dime 4-1-6 package can be used in certain passing situations, providing solid man-to-man coverage.

We use the dime 4-1-6 package in third and long situations as well as other long yardage situations. We also like to use this package against passing teams who have a pocket passing quarterback who is not very mobile and does not look to run when pressured. This package has also been used in two-minute situations when the game is on the line. We only want to rush four and have tight coverage behind them. We know the weakness of this defense is running the football against it, but if teams decide to run the football in this situation, we will take that chance. Time remaining and where the ball is placed on the field will also determine if we will use this package.

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In our 4-1-6 package, we like to bring in our four best pass rushers. We like to widen the ends on certain occasions to create a better pass rush threat. A....The full article can only be seen by subscribers.
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