Blitz Loop 0

Presnap, check safety depth. If both safeties are sitting at 8 to 10 yards instead of rotating down, they are likely bailing into a robber shell disguise and this loop stunt will not have zero help behind it, so consider checking to Cover 3 Sky instead. Look at the running back and tight end alignment. If they are aligned to check release or chip, your loop rusher will get picked up and you should have a contain or spy answer ready. Post snap, key the offensive line's initial step. If the guards and tackles are sliding hard toward the loop, that confirms the blitz is unaccounted for and you should stay aggressive with your man defenders jumping routes. This play gets shut down by quick game and screens since there is no underneath zone help. Watch for hitches, quick outs, or bubble screens as the offense's built in answer to zero blitz pressure. Man beater route combos with a natural pick or rub concept will stress your outside corners in isolation, so be ready to use press coverage or a jam technique at the snap to disrupt timing.