4-3 Even 6-1 – Sam Will Blitz

For this Madden Tips and plays a video breakdown we’re going to show you a defensive blitz setup from the 4-3 Even 6-1 – Sam Will Blitz that’s going to bring B Gap pressure from the right end. We also get pressure from the outside even against 6 man pass protection schemes.

Play Diagram:

Play Info:

Playbooks Found In:

• 49ers
• Bears
• Bills
• Cardinals
• Chargers
• Chiefs
• Colts
• Dolphins
• Jets
• Panthers
• Patriots
• Raiders
• Rams
• Texans

Note: based on Madden 24 Live Playbooks.

Default Assignments:

Note: assignments are from the offensive side view of the ball.

Quick Set-Up:

1. Spread the defensive line out.
2. Baseline is (optional).
3. Press Man Coverage is (optional).
4. Take control of the middle linebacker and re-blitz him.
5. Move the middle linebacker up into the gap between the center and right guard.
6. Once the ball is snap, allow him to take a step forward and then drop them back into pass coverage or cover the receiver he is responsible for.

Coaching Points:

• The video demonstrates a defensive Blitz setup from the 4-3 even 6-1 formation, focusing on bringing B Gap pressure primarily from the right end, Von Miller, while also generating outside pressure.
• The defense used is the 4-3 even 6-1 Sam Will Blitz, known for its outside pressure. The video uses the Bill’s Playbook to showcase this Blitz setup.
• The setup for this Blitz is relatively straightforward and doesn’t require many pre-snap adjustments. The key is to control the linebacker and decide whether to rush or drop back into coverage based on the fullback’s movement.
• Defensive Line Spacing: Spreading the defensive line is essential to create a larger gap for the right end to blitz through the B Gap. This is because the left tackle often kicks out to block the left outside linebacker.
• The Blitz setup consistently generates pressure on the quarterback, with the right end or outside linebackers applying heat within around 1.8 to 2 seconds. We encourage testing the setup against different offensive formations for optimal results.

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Final Thoughts:

In conclusion, the defensive blitz setup demonstrated in this Madden Tips and plays video breakdown, utilizing the 4-3 Even 6-1 – Sam Will Blitz, proves to be a formidable tactic for bringing B Gap pressure from the right end while maintaining outside pressure even against 6-man pass protection schemes. Mastering this strategic play can undoubtedly enhance your defensive capabilities in the game, providing you with a powerful tool to disrupt opposing offenses.