Make Defense Great Again
Coach Vass Football
A podcast hosted by Coach Vass for defensive coac…
- 1 hour 18 minutesS08E02: Defending Harding, Crush Front, & Going Back to the 4-2-5 w/ Tony Annese, DC at Ferris State)
Season 8 Episode 2 features Ferris State Defensive Coordinator, Tony Annese. We talk about defending Harding, their Crush Front, their move back to the 4-2-5, and much more!
Check out Coach Vass Defense at www.coachvassdefense.com
Follow Tony Annese on Twitter @Coach_TAnnese18. Follow me on Twitter @CoachVass, the show's account @MDGAPodcast, and the offensive podcast @RunVassOption. Join us on Twitter to discuss the episode!
MAIN LINKS
- Coach Vass Defense: www.CoachVassDefense.com
- Visit the website, CoachVass.com, to view more information on the podcast, the link to his YouTube channel, CoachTube videos, Patreon, Pop-Up Clinics, blog posts, and articles from Coach Vass, a link to join Coach Vass' email list, and form for off-season consulting.
- All links: www.linktree.com/coachvass
- Coach Vass Football Patreon: www.patreon.com/CoachVass
- Coach Vass Football YouTube Page: www.youtube.com/coachvassfootball
COACHTUBE COURSES BY COACH VASS:
- "Tite Front Bundle": bit.ly/titefrontvass
- "3rd Down & RPO Bundle": bit.ly/3rd-down-rpo
- “Defending the Wing-T Offense": bit.ly/wingtvass
- Get the "Opponent Breakdown, Gameplanning, Practice Planning, & Creating a Call Sheet" CoachTube course for FREE by signing up for Underdog Fantasy Sports and use Code: VASS. They will also match your first deposit up to $100! Not only will you have fun, get free bonus cash and a CoachTube course, but you will also support the show in a big way!
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26 January 2026, 10:40 pm - 1 hour 22 minutesS08E01: Gregg Williams - 2 Trap Pressures, Dbl Corner featuring Jon Gruden, Isolating Myles Garrett & Aaron Donald, and more!
Season 8 Episode 1 features NFL legend Gregg Williams. We talk about his Shake & Chucky blitzes, isolating your best rushers 1-on-1, and much more! Check out Coach Vass Defense at www.coachvassdefense.com
Follow Gregg Williams on Twitter @CoachGreggSB44. Follow me on Twitter @CoachVass, the show's account @MDGAPodcast, and the offensive podcast @RunVassOption. Join us on Twitter to discuss the episode!
MAIN LINKS
- Visit the website, CoachVass.com, to view more information on the podcast, the link to his YouTube channel, CoachTube videos, Patreon, Pop-Up Clinics, blog posts, and articles from Coach Vass, a link to join Coach Vass' email list, and form for off-season consulting.
- Visit the new Coach Vass Defense System: www.CoachVassDefense.com
- All links: www.linktree.com/coachvass
- Coach Vass Football Patreon: www.patreon.com/CoachVass
- Coach Vass Football YouTube Page: www.youtube.com/coachvassfootball
COACHTUBE COURSES BY COACH VASS:
- "Tite Front Bundle": bit.ly/titefrontvass
- "3rd Down & RPO Bundle": bit.ly/3rd-down-rpo
- “Defending the Wing-T Offense": bit.ly/wingtvass
- Get the "Opponent Breakdown, Gameplanning, Practice Planning, & Creating a Call Sheet" CoachTube course for FREE by signing up for Underdog Fantasy Sports and use Code: VASS. They will also match your first deposit up to $100! Not only will you have fun, get free bonus cash and a CoachTube course, but you will also support the show in a big way!
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19 January 2026, 1:00 pm - 2 hours 33 minutesS07E09: Q&A with Brian Nix - Self-Scouting, Adapting Personnel for Next Year, Spill vs. Box out of Odd & More
Season 7 Episode 9 features Brian Nix from Alcoa High School in Alcoa, TN. Episode topics include:
- Adapting defensive structure to personnel changes (Even vs. Odd fronts)
- Creating Odd-front looks from 4-3 and reduction structures
- Varying core run-fit philosophy (spill, box, force, overlap)
- Quarters and Palms coverage fits vs different fronts and formations
- Run fits vs. gap schemes, down blocks, and base blocks
- OLB and Safety fits in Reduction, Tite, Vice, Pro, and Twins flanks
- Preparing for major roster turnover and replacing All-State starters
- Adjusting defensively when moving up in classification
- Handling size disadvantages in the trenches
- Offseason self-scouting, analytics, and system evaluation
- Defending perimeter Screens (Bubble, Now, RB)
- Building efficient in-game communication and wristband systems
- Practice structure, offseason film study, and movement prep
- Teaching tackling and core defensive drills
- Game planning for multiple offensive systems
- Evolving a defensive system based on personnel and schedule
- Program building, staff continuity, and long-term development
Check out Coach Vass Defense at www.coachvassdefense.com
Follow Coach Nix on Twitter @BrianNixAlcoa. Follow me on Twitter @CoachVass, the show's account @MDGAPodcast, and the offensive podcast @RunVassOption. Join us on Twitter to discuss the episode!
MAIN LINKS
- Visit the website, CoachVass.com, to view more information on the podcast, the link to his YouTube channel, CoachTube videos, Patreon, Pop-Up Clinics, blog posts, and articles from Coach Vass, a link to join Coach Vass' email list, and form for off-season consulting.
- Visit the new Coach Vass Defense System: www.CoachVassDefense.com
- All links: www.linktree.com/coachvass
- Coach Vass Football Patreon: www.patreon.com/CoachVass
- Coach Vass Football YouTube Page: www.youtube.com/coachvassfootball
COACHTUBE COURSES BY COACH VASS:
- "Tite Front Bundle": bit.ly/titefrontvass
- "3rd Down & RPO Bundle": bit.ly/3rd-down-rpo
- “Defending the Wing-T Offense": bit.ly/wingtvass
- Get the "Opponent Breakdown, Gameplanning, Practice Planning, & Creating a Call Sheet" CoachTube course for FREE by signing up for Underdog Fantasy Sports and use Code: VASS. They will also match your first deposit up to $100! Not only will you have fun, get free bonus cash and a CoachTube course, but you will also support the show in a big way!
SPONSOR LINKS:
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29 December 2025, 12:00 pm - 1 hour 2 minutesS07E08: Q&A with Scott Goolsby - Prepping for a State Title Game, Playing Against Tempo, Suggesting New Concepts & More
Season 7 Episode 8 features Scott Goolsby from Auburn High School in Auburn, Alabama.
Check out Coach Vass Defense at www.coachvassdefense.com
Follow Coach Goolsby on Twitter @CoachScott34. Follow me on Twitter @CoachVass, the show's account @MDGAPodcast, and the offensive podcast @RunVassOption. Join us on Twitter to discuss the episode!
MAIN LINKS
- Visit the website, CoachVass.com, to view more information on the podcast, the link to his YouTube channel, CoachTube videos, Patreon, Pop-Up Clinics, blog posts, and articles from Coach Vass, a link to join Coach Vass' email list, and form for off-season consulting.
- Visit the new Coach Vass Defense System: www.CoachVassDefense.com
- All links: www.linktree.com/coachvass
- Coach Vass Football Patreon: www.patreon.com/CoachVass
- Coach Vass Football YouTube Page: www.youtube.com/coachvassfootball
COACHTUBE COURSES BY COACH VASS:
- "Tite Front Bundle": bit.ly/titefrontvass
- "3rd Down & RPO Bundle": bit.ly/3rd-down-rpo
- “Defending the Wing-T Offense": bit.ly/wingtvass
- Get the "Opponent Breakdown, Gameplanning, Practice Planning, & Creating a Call Sheet" CoachTube course for FREE by signing up for Underdog Fantasy Sports and use Code: VASS. They will also match your first deposit up to $100! Not only will you have fun, get free bonus cash and a CoachTube course, but you will also support the show in a big way!
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8 December 2025, 11:00 am - 1 hour 13 minutesS07E07: In-Season Q&A w/ Terrance Gant - Special/Stubbie, 3-4 Slant & Angle, Tackling in Space & More
Season 7 Episode 7 features Terrance Gant from Brevard College in Brevard, NC.
Check out Coach Vass Defense at www.coachvassdefense.com
Follow Coach Gant on Twitter @terrance_gant. Follow me on Twitter @CoachVass, the show's account @MDGAPodcast, and the offensive podcast @RunVassOption. Join us on Twitter to discuss the episode!
MAIN LINKS
- Visit the website, CoachVass.com, to view more information on the podcast, the link to his YouTube channel, CoachTube videos, Patreon, Pop-Up Clinics, blog posts, and articles from Coach Vass, a link to join Coach Vass' email list, and form for off-season consulting.
- Visit the new Coach Vass Defense System: www.CoachVassDefense.com
- All links: www.linktree.com/coachvass
- Coach Vass Football Patreon: www.patreon.com/CoachVass
- Coach Vass Football YouTube Page: www.youtube.com/coachvassfootball
COACHTUBE COURSES BY COACH VASS:
- "Tite Front Bundle": bit.ly/titefrontvass
- "3rd Down & RPO Bundle": bit.ly/3rd-down-rpo
- “Defending the Wing-T Offense": bit.ly/wingtvass
- Get the "Opponent Breakdown, Gameplanning, Practice Planning, & Creating a Call Sheet" CoachTube course for FREE by signing up for Underdog Fantasy Sports and use Code: VASS. They will also match your first deposit up to $100! Not only will you have fun, get free bonus cash and a CoachTube course, but you will also support the show in a big way!
SPONSOR LINKS:
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1 December 2025, 11:00 am - 1 hour 2 minutesS07E06: Defending the Wishbone with a Tribute to Bill Mountjoy, GL Sprintout Snag, 10 Personnel Run Game & More
Season 7 Episode 6 has Coach Vass flying solo, talking about Defending the Wishbone with a Tribute to Bill Mountjoy, GL Sprintout Snag, 10 Personnel Run Game, & More
Check out Coach Vass Defense at www.coachvassdefense.com
Follow me on Twitter @CoachVass, the show's account @MDGAPodcast, and the offensive podcast @RunVassOption. Join us on Twitter to discuss the episode!
MAIN LINKS
- Visit the website, CoachVass.com, to view more information on the podcast, the link to his YouTube channel, CoachTube videos, Patreon, Pop-Up Clinics, blog posts, and articles from Coach Vass, a link to join Coach Vass' email list, and form for off-season consulting.
- Visit the new Coach Vass Defense System: www.CoachVassDefense.com
- All links: www.linktree.com/coachvass
- Coach Vass Football Patreon: www.patreon.com/CoachVass
- Coach Vass Football YouTube Page: www.youtube.com/coachvassfootball
COACHTUBE COURSES BY COACH VASS:
- "Tite Front Bundle": bit.ly/titefrontvass
- "3rd Down & RPO Bundle": bit.ly/3rd-down-rpo
- “Defending the Wing-T Offense": bit.ly/wingtvass
- Get the "Opponent Breakdown, Gameplanning, Practice Planning, & Creating a Call Sheet" CoachTube course for FREE by signing up for Underdog Fantasy Sports and use Code: VASS. They will also match your first deposit up to $100! Not only will you have fun, get free bonus cash and a CoachTube course, but you will also support the show in a big way!
SPONSOR LINKS:
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6 October 2025, 7:09 pm - 1 hour 12 minutesS07E05: In-Season Q&A w/ Brandon Lechtenberg - Bluffing, Go-Go Offense, Flexbone, Single Wing & More
Season 7 Episode 5 features Brandon Lechtenberg, HC at Millsaps College in Jackson, Mississippi.
Check out Coach Vass Defense at www.coachvassdefense.com
Follow Coach Lechtenberg on Twitter @Coach_Lech. Follow me on Twitter @CoachVass, the show's account @MDGAPodcast, and the offensive podcast @RunVassOption. Join us on Twitter to discuss the episode!
MAIN LINKS
- Visit the website, CoachVass.com, to view more information on the podcast, the link to his YouTube channel, CoachTube videos, Patreon, Pop-Up Clinics, blog posts, and articles from Coach Vass, a link to join Coach Vass' email list, and form for off-season consulting.
- Visit the new Coach Vass Defense System: www.CoachVassDefense.com
- All links: www.linktree.com/coachvass
- Coach Vass Football Patreon: www.patreon.com/CoachVass
- Coach Vass Football YouTube Page: www.youtube.com/coachvassfootball
COACHTUBE COURSES BY COACH VASS:
- "Tite Front Bundle": bit.ly/titefrontvass
- "3rd Down & RPO Bundle": bit.ly/3rd-down-rpo
- “Defending the Wing-T Offense": bit.ly/wingtvass
- Get the "Opponent Breakdown, Gameplanning, Practice Planning, & Creating a Call Sheet" CoachTube course for FREE by signing up for Underdog Fantasy Sports and use Code: VASS. They will also match your first deposit up to $100! Not only will you have fun, get free bonus cash and a CoachTube course, but you will also support the show in a big way!
SPONSOR LINKS:
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29 September 2025, 10:00 am - 1 hour 10 minutesS07E04: In-Season Q&A w/ Adam Gaylor - Read TOM, Gameplanning like Saban, Slot-T & More
Season 7 Episode 4 features Adam Gaylor, HC at Jenks High School in Jenks, OK.
Check out Coach Vass Defense at www.coachvassdefense.com
Follow Coach Gaylor on Twitter @CoachAdamGaylor. Follow me on Twitter @CoachVass, the show's account @MDGAPodcast, and the offensive podcast @RunVassOption. Join us on Twitter to discuss the episode!
MAIN LINKS
- Visit the website, CoachVass.com, to view more information on the podcast, the link to his YouTube channel, CoachTube videos, Patreon, Pop-Up Clinics, blog posts, and articles from Coach Vass, a link to join Coach Vass' email list, and form for off-season consulting.
- Visit the new Coach Vass Defense System: www.CoachVassDefense.com
- All links: www.linktree.com/coachvass
- Coach Vass Football Patreon: www.patreon.com/CoachVass
- Coach Vass Football YouTube Page: www.youtube.com/coachvassfootball
COACHTUBE COURSES BY COACH VASS:
- "Tite Front Bundle": bit.ly/titefrontvass
- "3rd Down & RPO Bundle": bit.ly/3rd-down-rpo
- “Defending the Wing-T Offense": bit.ly/wingtvass
- Get the "Opponent Breakdown, Gameplanning, Practice Planning, & Creating a Call Sheet" CoachTube course for FREE by signing up for Underdog Fantasy Sports and use Code: VASS. They will also match your first deposit up to $100! Not only will you have fun, get free bonus cash and a CoachTube course, but you will also support the show in a big way!
SPONSOR LINKS:
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22 September 2025, 9:51 am - 1 hour 28 minutesS07E03: Two Gap, Open Gap (TGOG/Deuce Technique) w/ Cody Gardner (Corner Canyon HS - Utah)
Season 7 Episode 3 features Cody Gardner, Defensive Coordinator at Corner Canyon HS in Draper, Utah. We discuss his Two Gap Open Gap theory, technique, and application.
Check out Coach Vass Defense at www.coachvassdefense.com
Follow Coach Gardner on Twitter @Cody_Gardner. Follow me on Twitter @CoachVass, the show's account @MDGAPodcast, and the offensive podcast @RunVassOption. Join us on Twitter to discuss the episode!
MAIN LINKS
- Visit the website, CoachVass.com, to view more information on the podcast, the link to his YouTube channel, CoachTube videos, Patreon, Pop-Up Clinics, blog posts, and articles from Coach Vass, a link to join Coach Vass' email list, and form for off-season consulting.
- Visit the new Coach Vass Defense System: www.CoachVassDefense.com
- All links: www.linktree.com/coachvass
- Coach Vass Football Patreon: www.patreon.com/CoachVass
- Coach Vass Football YouTube Page: www.youtube.com/coachvassfootball
COACHTUBE COURSES BY COACH VASS:
- "Tite Front Bundle": bit.ly/titefrontvass
- "3rd Down & RPO Bundle": bit.ly/3rd-down-rpo
- “Defending the Wing-T Offense": bit.ly/wingtvass
- Get the "Opponent Breakdown, Gameplanning, Practice Planning, & Creating a Call Sheet" CoachTube course for FREE by signing up for Underdog Fantasy Sports and use Code: VASS. They will also match your first deposit up to $100! Not only will you have fun, get free bonus cash and a CoachTube course, but you will also support the show in a big way!
SPONSOR LINKS:
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7 May 2025, 11:30 am - 1 hour 33 minutesS07E02: The "Flex Defense" w/ Kevin May (Seton Hill University, PA)
Season 7 Episode 2 features Kevin May, Defensive Coordinator & LBs coach at Seton Hill University. We discuss his Flex Defense, including his favorite front adjustments, coverages, and pressures.
Check out Coach Vass Defense at www.coachvassdefense.com
Follow Coach May on Twitter @CoachKevinMay. Follow me on Twitter @CoachVass, the show's account @MDGAPodcast, and the offensive podcast @RunVassOption. Join us on Twitter to discuss the episode!
MAIN LINKS
- Visit the website, CoachVass.com, to view more information on the podcast, the link to his YouTube channel, CoachTube videos, Patreon, Pop-Up Clinics, blog posts, and articles from Coach Vass, a link to join Coach Vass' email list, and form for off-season consulting.
- Visit the new Coach Vass Defense System: www.CoachVassDefense.com
- All links: www.linktree.com/coachvass
- Coach Vass Football Patreon: www.patreon.com/CoachVass
- Coach Vass Football YouTube Page: www.youtube.com/coachvassfootball
COACHTUBE COURSES BY COACH VASS:
- "Tite Front Bundle": bit.ly/titefrontvass
- "3rd Down & RPO Bundle": bit.ly/3rd-down-rpo
- “Defending the Wing-T Offense": bit.ly/wingtvass
- Get the "Opponent Breakdown, Gameplanning, Practice Planning, & Creating a Call Sheet" CoachTube course for FREE by signing up for Underdog Fantasy Sports and use Code: VASS. They will also match your first deposit up to $100! Not only will you have fun, get free bonus cash and a CoachTube course, but you will also support the show in a big way!
SPONSOR LINKS:
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29 January 2025, 12:36 pm - 1 hour 13 minutesS07E01: Setting the Tone on D for the New Year w/ Pat Fox from Notre Dame Prep (Pontiac, MI)
Season 7 Episode 1 features Pat Fox, Head Coach/DC/ILB/OL Coach at Notre Dame Prep in Pontiac, MI.
Check out Coach Vass Defense at www.coachvassdefense.com
Follow Coach Fox on Twitter @pefgdefense. Follow me on Twitter @CoachVass, the show's account @MDGAPodcast, and the offensive podcast @RunVassOption. Join us on Twitter to discuss the episode!
MAIN LINKS
- Visit the website, CoachVass.com, to view more information on the podcast, the link to his YouTube channel, CoachTube videos, Patreon, Pop-Up Clinics, blog posts, and articles from Coach Vass, a link to join Coach Vass' email list, and form for off-season consulting.
- Visit the new Coach Vass Defense System: www.CoachVassDefense.com
- All links: www.linktree.com/coachvass
- Coach Vass Football Patreon: www.patreon.com/CoachVass
- Coach Vass Football YouTube Page: www.youtube.com/coachvassfootball
COACHTUBE COURSES BY COACH VASS:
- "Tite Front Bundle": bit.ly/titefrontvass
- "3rd Down & RPO Bundle": bit.ly/3rd-down-rpo
- “Defending the Wing-T Offense": bit.ly/wingtvass
- Get the "Opponent Breakdown, Gameplanning, Practice Planning, & Creating a Call Sheet" CoachTube course for FREE by signing up for Underdog Fantasy Sports and use Code: VASS. They will also match your first deposit up to $100! Not only will you have fun, get free bonus cash and a CoachTube course, but you will also support the show in a big way!
SPONSOR LINKS:
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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