This video explains an aggressive defensive package that combines bear front structure with cover 0 coverage, designed for simplicity and maximum interior pressure.

WHY COVER 0 WITH BEAR FRONT

The coach chose cover 0 because it creates the simplest possible alignment and assignment structure. When offenses add or subtract blockers (like moving a receiver to tight end), the free safety automatically accounts for the extra gap without changing other fundamental assignments. This eliminates confusion and allows defenders to play fast.

UNIQUE BEAR FRONT ADVANTAGE

The bear front is distinctive because it places five defenders inside the offensive tackles - more interior presence than almost any other defensive structure. This creates natural conflicts for offenses in the C and D gaps, while the cover 0 provides excellent layering support in the C gap.

CONTAINMENT STRATEGY

Outside defenders (Sam and Jack linebackers) use "gallop and contain" technique rather than blindly rushing upfield. They align in 5-technique (outside shoulder of tackle) or 9-technique (if tight end present) to maintain outside leverage while helping with potential bootleg or rollout situations.

COVERAGE RULES

Safeties have simple man coverage assignments: either cover the #2 receiver strong side, or if no #2 strong exists, cover #3 receiver to the opposite side. This maintains the aggressive nature while keeping assignments clear.

TWO-BACK FORMATIONS

The scheme adapts well to I-formation or two-back sets. The coach can either maintain balanced safety alignment with weak-side help, or position a safety over the middle to track the fullback as a "free hitter," creating unique pressure looks offenses rarely see.

SECONDARY RUN FIT RESPONSIBILITIES

Defensive backs become active run defenders when covering tight ends or backs. They align at 7-yard depth using "flat foot" technique, serving as plus-one leverage defenders in the C gap. The tight end's blocking action (down block vs. vertical set) dictates whether the safety attacks downhill or maintains depth.