For this Madden Plays breakdown we look at the 3-4 Under OLB Strike 2. This zone–blitz brings Edge pressure from the two outside linebackers. The setup we are about to show is easy to set up because it requires just moving one defender.
Play Diagram:
Playbooks Found In:
- 3-4
- Broncos
- Buccaneers
- Cardinals
- Packers
- Rams
- Ravens
- Texans
- Titans
- Washington
Note: based on Madden 21 default playbooks.
Default Assignments:
| Position | Assignment |
| LE | Slant Left |
| SDT | Straight |
| RE | Straight |
| LOLB | Blitz |
| LILB | Vert Hook Right |
| RILB | Vert Hook Left |
| ROLB | Blitz |
| LCB | Soft Squat Right |
| SS | Deep 1/2 Right |
| FS | Deep 1/2 Left |
| RCB | Soft Squat Left |
Note: assignments are from the offensive side view of the ball.
Quick Set-Up:
- Take control of the RILB and move him down near the line of scrimmage between the left guard and left tackle.
- Once the ball is snapped, slant the RILB towards the left tackle (watch the video for better understanding).
- Once the C commits to blocking the RILB release or drop him into pass coverage.
Coaching Points:
- The design of the 3-4 Under – OLB Strike 2 comes from the left outside linebacker.
- Best to run against base and compress formations.
- Consider running this defense down inside the critical zone.
- If your opponent offense is in the critical zone consider hot routing the two safeties in vertical hooks. This adjustment will put them in a better position to defend the short pass over the middle.
Video Breakdown:
Final Thoughts:
The 3-4 Under – OLB Strike 2 is a simple zone blitz defense to set up that brings outside pressure. If you play in a connected online franchise, this defense will not raise any flags since you only have to move one defender.
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