Zbs?

[mat33]

Why is it that Notre Dame uses a Zone-Blocking System(ZBS)? I know that it used by some teams that have more athletic linemen, but we have guys that should be maulers, why not let them go one on one?

 

[Dizzyphil]

Lack of speed maybe? Or quickness? I don't know. I have noticed this also.

 

[SteveM]

Ya Gotta Hit "Somebody"

Ya Gotta Hit "Somebody"

Why is it that Notre Dame uses a Zone-Blocking System(ZBS)? I know that it used by some teams that have more athletic linemen, but we have guys that should be maulers, why not let them go one on one?

Matt,

As a play develops, "one on one" is an inevitability regardless of the blocking scheme. (Unless the lineman are facing backwards.)

I mean they have to hit somebody. Zone blocking just makes it easier to counter defensive movement. I'm not a coach (except in my mind). So I don't know the tactical pros and cons.

SteveM

P.S. The one thing I did notice about MSU was the quality of their pursuit. Generally, offensive lineman on the backside of a play are sent down field to pick off db's and backside lb's in case the play breaks. I saw very little of that during the game. MSU was very good on the defensive attack across their full 11.

P.P.S. Whew! This dilettantism is exhausting...