Jason Leonard

[Jason Leonard @jsleonard918]

No debate. Definitely the GOAT!

[MLFootball @MLFootball]

ONE OF THE WORST CALLS IN CFB HISTORY:

Throwback when Cooper DeJean had an insane punt return touchdown but somehow the refs called it back for a fugazi fair-catch call.

😳😳😳

One of the best returns ever — that should’ve counted.

[Jake Franklin Football @JakeFranklinFB]

I never want to hear anyone complain about knee pads ever again if we are accepting this 🤣

[NFL @NFL]

This saxophone rendition of the National Anthem World from Mike Phillips is INCREDIBLE. 🎷

📺: #CHIvsDET on CBS/Paramount+
📱: Stream on #NFLPlus

[Jason Leonard @jsleonard918]

@netflix I’m the sucker that spent my Saturday night wanting to watch @netflix suck at this!!!

[Jon Svec @JonSvecX]

The 5 building blocks of elite Linebacker play:

-Reads
-Tackling
-Pass Drops
-Movement Skills
-Block Destruction

Master the fundamentals. Make more plays.

[Jon Svec @JonSvecX]

Linebackers:

Speed kills.

But there are many ways to PLAY faster.

Watch more film, improve your reads, master your angles.

Play smart so you can play fast.

[Jon Svec @JonSvecX]

Linebackers:

You’ll be smaller than every Offensive Lineman you face.

So what?

Use your SPEED and TECHNIQUE.

Defeat the blocker and go make the play.

[Jon Svec @JonSvecX]

Elite Linebackers thrive on versatility.

-Stuffing the run
-Covering the pass
-Blitzing the Quarterback

It’s the most dynamic position in all of sports.

[Jon Svec @JonSvecX]

Linebacker 101:

-Train the eyes
-Learn how to move
-Shed blocks, make tackles

Build a foundation on fundamentals.

[Jon Svec @JonSvecX]

The goal of a Linebacker coach:

Take a dynamic position and make it simple.

[Jon Svec @JonSvecX]

Linebackers:

Stopping the run isn’t just about GAPS.

It’s also about leverage, teamwork, and understanding your defensive system.

Swarm the football and they’ll have nowhere to run.

[Jon Svec @JonSvecX]

Linebackers are right in the middle of everything.

They're the bridge between the Defensive Line and the Secondary.

This means they can play a big part in your defensive communication.

Here are some tips for helping your Linebackers be more vocal on the field.

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Build the Vocabulary

Each defensive unit has its own language.

Buzzwords, unique naming systems, checks.

These need to be developed and drilled.

Once everyone understand the language, it’s easier to communicate.

Train the Eyes

It’s hard to communicate if you don’t know where to look.

I remind our Linebackers to “say what you see”.

But that’s not helpful unless they’re seeing the right things.

Get the eyes right first.

Instill Confidence

A confident Linebacker is often a loud Linebacker.

Empower them to speak.

Coach them up on what to say and when.

They’ll be barking out calls in no time.

Final Thought

I saved this for last but it might be the most important point:

Not every Linebacker needs to be vocal.

I’ve coached some great Linebackers who didn’t say much.

They just made plays.

It’s helpful to have at least one member of the unit be comfortable enough to speak up.

If you have that, then let them do the talking.

Let the rest just play.

[Jon Svec @JonSvecX]

Linebackers:

Don’t just play the game.

Study it.

Understand what your opponent is trying to do.

Then blow it up.

[Jason Leonard @jsleonard918]

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[Jason Leonard @jsleonard918]

Hey there, Birthday Girl! Who else could be as lucky as I am to have you by their side? Love you, babe!

[Jon Svec @JonSvecX]

Linebackers do it all.

Fit runs, shed blocks, make tackles, cover the pass, blitz, strip the ball, run, hit, play specials, everything.

Greatest position in all of sports.

[Jon Svec @JonSvecX]

Linebackers:

When meeting a Blocker at the Line of Scrimmage:

-Own the Shoulder
-Work HALF the Blocker
-Disengage. Find the football.

[Allistair McCaw @AllistairMcCaw]

Champion Minded 🏆

[Jackson Litterer @CoachLitterer]

New Years Day came…

… and just like that, our world has changed.

Wesley Greg Litterer arrived at 3:33 PM on 1/1/24. Weighed in at 8 lbs 5 ounces & measured 22.25 inches.

Momma was incredible. We’re so in love with our little man. Praise be to God!

#HomeTeam ♥️

[Jason Leonard @jsleonard918]

@maggieleonard91 Now you're catching on...