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Message: <blockquote data-quote="mradtke66" data-source="post: 942820" data-attributes="member: 4199">The problem with that being a 4-3/3-4 argument is we're into nickel defense now.  A 6 man front is nickel, which is typically dictated by down and distance and/or offensive personnel.If the offense comes out with 3 WRs, I want 3 CBs out there, period. This is a common, modern approach.  (Though not that modern.  we did the same thing when I was in high school 20+ years ago.)  Come out in a pass set, force the defense to defend the pass.  And then run the ball.  If they do not defend the pass by alignment and/or personnel shifts, take the easy 5 yard completions until they do.But now you're talking about backend coverage.  You can play soft or tight in either scheme.  You can play man, cover 1, cover 2, cover 3, quarters from any front.For short yardage, I have no objection on going with a 5-6 man line.  There is certainly some risk to it, but yes, it should cover up the easy yards on the ground.</blockquote>

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