ITYT: Deep Dive - How can Quinn Ewers improve against the blitz?
Quinn Ewers made a huge leap in his second year, but he still had issues beating the blitz. What can he do in his final college season to maximize his ability? Ian Boyd and Paul Wadlington offer their analysis in the Deep Dive.
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Ewers’ performance varies significantly between when he is blitzed and when he is not. Against the blitz, his completion rate drops to 64%, and his yards per attempt fall to 7.1, compared to a 71% completion rate and 9.7 yards per attempt when not blitzed.
The video discusses the challenges in defining a blitz. Traditionally, a blitz involves bringing five or more rushers, but modern definitions also consider the element of surprise, where unexpected players are rushed.
The discussion highlights the importance of Ewers’ performance against blitzes for Texas’ success in the 2024 season. Effective blitzing strategies by opponents could pose a significant challenge.
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Suggestions for Ewers include standing strong in the pocket, improving mechanics, mastering the offense, and targeting quick passes against the blitz.
The analysis includes a comparison with other high-performing quarterbacks and discusses specific games, such as Texas vs. Oklahoma, where blitzing played a crucial role in the outcome.
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