This formation has been phased out somewhat recently ... simpler routes. The Cover 2 defense is excellent against opposing quarterbacks who rely on rhythm passing, as there is rarely a pocket ...

When deciding the terminology of calling coverages, the number of deep zone pass defenders that are deployed will normally determine what a defensive coach calls a defense. In Cover 2 for example ...

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers and Packers rookie wide receiver Christian Watson connect for 27 yards via a post-corner route against the Detroit Lions' Cover 2 defense in their ...