Since the creation of the spread offense some 50 years ago, defenses have been searching for a solution. Well the funny thing is if you take a closer look at the offensive end of the ball there is your solution.
The spread offense uses multiple athletes in order to get as much speed in space on the field. The solution on defense is to get is much speed on the field to attack athletes in space. So no longer do we have the big lumbering linebackers. They have been replaced with nimble quick heavier versions of safeties. And now linebackers are making the move to Defensive Ends in order to get more push and speed on the edges. This transformation has lead to an increase in speed training and athletes, regardless of skill set, getting on to the field as soon as possible.
In a copy cat sport it will be interesting to see if Georgia Tech's spread offense (only difference is it's run from under center) catches on. I know most running backs in America would love to increase the opportunities for carries....
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