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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Heyjoe4" data-source="post: 871190" data-attributes="member: 13032">Nice explanation of just how difficult it is to split the seam.  If the TE is playing from the slot, or faking a block in-line, he has to get behind the ILB who, if alert, will drop into coverage.  The TE needs to create separation (or better yet the ILB bites on a RPO) and the QB needs to drop the ball in before the FS or SS can close.  On the perimeter, where it’s a WR getting separation from the CB and in front of the safety - I think Jon Gruden in his broadcasting days called that the “turkey hole”.  Don’t ask me why.The key to it all is getting separation, at least a step, and an accurate throw rom the QB.  If it’s a TE, he then needs to make the S miss, but before that happens, he opens himself up to a fierce hit from the S.  Same hold true on the perimeter.That’s why they practice!</blockquote>

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