Jesse Minter’s play-calling philosophies translating nicely to Chargers defense
New York TimesChargers defensive coordinator Jesse Minter’s first stint in the NFL saw him in charge of the Ravens’ red zone defense. “Used to be, ‘Hey, it’s second-and-8, let’s hold them to half the yardage.’ But now you’re in third-and-4, but if you look at the third down percentages of winning, third-and-6 or more … you can dictate more on that D&D so we’re trying to really attack on this down and distance, we’re trying to play tight coverage, we’re trying not to give up the quick game, the get-back-on-track plays.” GO DEEPER Can Chargers defense sustain quality play amid secondary injuries? Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce praised Minter on the “New Heights” podcast and gave him credit for fooling quarterback Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs offense with a blitz they’ve never seen before on third down. GO DEEPER NFL Week 6 best and worst coaching decisions: Ben Johnson has Lions offense humming Minter runs the numbers and looks at the most likely offensive play based on situations, personnel and other factors.
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