Figure 61
2. The 3-deep men only have one position to learn on defense. The defensive right halfback is always the defensive right halfback, etc.
3. When the offense flanks backs and splits ends, it is easy to adjust our defensive backs. Instead of revolving, they simply loosen up or line up wider and still play their regular positions.
4. There is always a defender in each of the deep one-third areas without revolving into the areas.
5. It is easier to cover the running pass because there is no point of indecision.
6. On a straight drop back pass, there is a defender in every deep one-third area and one in every short one-quarter area.
7. We can get fast containment versus the action pass because ends line up in a wide position initially.
8. It is easy to teach because we delegate a definite area of responsibility on every occasion.
9. It is a very good defense against the long pass because of the deep centerfielder or safety man.