Deep Dive: Pete Kwiatkowski’s Defensive Philosophy, Journey to the University of Texas

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[@THELANDOSHOW]

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[@robertmines241]

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[@willfields7128]

Success! Chaos and doubt were the name of the game for UT this year.

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[@TexasHomer]

I wish brother haha

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[@TexasHomer]

Thank you for watching!

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[@firghteningtruth7173]

Bruh, 32 minutes!?!?? Youve outdone youself, sir. On coach ks Defense? A man of my own heart! 🤣 Hold up. Imma go make something to eat so I can sit down and enjoy this. Im pumped!

[@THELANDOSHOW]

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[@TexasHomer]

Dude I do the same thing haha. Any time I want to watch something for a minute I make a nice meal haha.

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[@TexasHomer]

The season can't start soon enough

[@aroundthetablesports]

My brother! Have been so excited to watch this when listening to you talk about PK! Fantastic work as always man. Easily one of the best in the business!!

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[@Lfg117]

Amazing content & history. Go PK.

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Best coach K breakdown I've seen yet. Great job

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Outdone*

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[@TexasHomer]

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[@alohatraveler]

This is outstanding work. Thank you

[@melissamoffitt5685]

Great video! I’m excited to see what happens this season! 🤘🏻

[@bigtex5483]

This was a phenomenal video...I was Leary about this hiring, and had hoped we would have tried to poach Carolina Panther/ex Baylor DC...but now I’m stoked about this hiring. Especially what you said about him looking at character and motor of a man before physical traits. That’s what Texas has been missing!

[@abeabe4829]

You my friend have broken down the defense few others ever have. You have a knack for teaching and storytelling and you did both very well in this video. I learned but I also got hyped because of it, and it’s the reason why I am one of your subscribers

[@TexasHomer]

Thanks for the sub brother. It was a fun defense to explore.

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[@panchosvilla]

This is an outstanding presentation. I learned much information and historical context. I really appreciate your channel.

[@mloutherback]

PK certainly created chaos and doubt Saturday night against Arkansas, but I thought the idea was to create chaos and doubt for the OTHER team.

[@davidstamp7111]

I'm a die hard buckeye ..this was q fantastic video ..well done ..impossible to not be impressed..also really top notch X&O ..easy to understand

[@TexasHomer]

Y’all are going to be a lot of fun to watch this season. Y’all’s squad is crazy.

[@davidstamp7111]

@@TexasHomer with Sark and coach K ..I think you guys are really on it again .

[@THELANDOSHOW]

Homer, you’re simply one of the best in the business man. Got no words to explain how amazing this video is. 🔥🤘🏼👏🏼

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[@Pn-mv8jy]

Well done video. Professional. Thanks.

[@philobeddoe3495]

I remember this from last summer and how we were all so excited. Now, it's only our defense that is confused and in chaos. Just a sad, sad season, but should have expected this for Texas and I am a Texas fan.

[@Gli0Kid]

This was excellent. Great production well worded and was almost motion picturesque. Straight 🔥🔥I look forward to more content.

[@justincollins3264]

My dude I’m 4:28 into this video & hooked! I loved the hire but the more I learn about coach PK I’m just getting more excited to see it on the field!

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No doubt! Dude knows his stuff and does a very good job!! Love me some homer and fanatic perspective

[@JS_TZ]

This content is so ridiculously good, I’m watching it again a year later. Hopefully year 1 was just a warmup

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I don't even like Texas, but I can watch these all day. Quality.

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This was AWESOME! Best video I’ve seen on the new coaching staff.

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What a great vid! Great work!

[@TexasHomer]

Thanks brother

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[@TexasHomer]

Man it would super cool for you to get over here for a game. It gave me chills the first time I went. Thanks for the kind words brother.

[@jeromes5183]

Excellent post. I'm excited about the prospect of shutting dow Big 12 offenses, I'm nervous about the psychology of the DL's that reported being excited about the 4 man front and having more opportunities to make plays last season. Overall, I think we'll be better. Horns up.

[@robh_tex]

PK is a talent maximizer, he's not going to hamstring his own D by not capitalizing on the ability of guys like Alfred Collins to disrupt, so don't be surprised if you see him occasionally line up as a "jack" with Snacks & Big Lunch collapsing the interior and an X backer screaming in off the other edge.

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Man this is like a mini documentary. Well done. I honestly haven't been this excited for TX football since maybe the Colt McCoy or VY era. It's been rather painful but hopefully that is coming to an end soon!

[@TexasHomer]

It's been a dark decade brother haha

[@larryhillman5787]

I am very impressed by this presentation. You did a thorough examination of Coach K's defensive scheme and tactics plus his background and philosophy. He seems to be an innovator and teaches players well to develop their talents. Nice job.

[@TexasHomer]

Glad you enjoyed it!

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Mind will always beat Size, Strength and Speed. Size , Strength and Speed are just tools the mind uses . Beat the Mind and the tools become Inanimate objects . Great to see Originality in content ! Phenomenal work!

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Fantastic stuff Homer🤘🏻 Thanks for taking the time to produce such great insight and content!

[@TexasHomer]

My pleasure man, this is what I do for fun.

[@chiguy416]

I'm extremely excited to see what Pete K can do his first year with a full offseason, but I'll reserve true judgment until we return from the Red River.

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Dude...this video is by far the best one I have seen of Coach Pk and what he brings

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This was excellent. Great use of the coaching tools to convey a point.

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[@KtoddN]

Wow.. Man this a an Awesome video, you have me so excited about Texas Football i can't wait!! This is the best breakdown I've seen so far.. And you do a great job of explaining coach K's defensive philosophy and also, now I feel like I know who he is. Thanks man great job!

[@jmc6752]

Excellent breakdown!!!

[@NashTalksTexas]

Really enjoyed this, thanks.

[@NashTalksTexas]

I do disagree with your DT's though, I think he will keep Collins on the edge. And don't underestimate Sweat, him and Coburn will take up TONS(literally)of blockers together.

[@TexasHomer]

I like Collins on the edge too, I'd be all good with him at Jack.

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I got the receipts on Collins at DE ;-)

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[@davyphockett]

this is one amazing video man. just wow. well done

[@firghteningtruth7173]

Dude. This was EXCELLENT! He has used gradually larger guys at jack. Think the guy last year was 280... Lets tell collins to stop hangin out with snax and lunch, and put him back at his natural edge position. He also has the quick twitch and the coordination to back out and cover the flat, or a shallow crossing zone. Idk. Coach K said the D would look pretty much the same. "Look" Hype for the season. This was awesome, my guy!

[@patrickburkett9826]

Great video, as an OU fan it’s easy to see some of Grinch’s schemes derive from this guy. The B12 is a better conference when Texas is competitive so I definitely hope this coaching staff works out. Can’t wait for some defensive battles in the Red River Shootout

[@seanthomastucker5010]

incredible video, man. you make complex football schemes much easier to digest, and you’re killin the storytelling game. great stuff🤘

[@TexasHomer]

That's good to hear. Trying to share the game of football in a non boring way haha.

[@jarlsahol1951]

I am Class of 1980 UT Grad. Your breakdowns are impressive!!

[@TexasHomer]

Class of ‘15, nice to meet you!

[@mickeymouse2456]

Hindsight is 20/20, but the defense was a disaster, especially after the Oklahoma game. One of the goals that Pete had, preventing a worn down defense against the spread, became one of its problems. What is curious now seeing this history, is that Gary Patterson's relocation to UT. Kind of brings everything full circle.

[@Slick_Nick7567]

Looking at his track record he didn't just become a bad coach overnight and that goes for a lot of the staff. I think although there were talented players left behind from the previous staff there were more deficiencies specifically on edge, LB, WR, and OL. The previous staffs might have had highly rated recruiting classes but it was all skill positions and the trenches were ignored. It seems this staff has done a better job recruiting the right pieces and even positions that weren't hit well last cycle have been filled out with the portal. There are still going to be issues with edge this season but luckily this staff has a few more months to figure it out.

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Beautiful video bro. Absolutely perfect delivery

[@TexasHomer]

Glad you liked it!

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I’m so glad we finally have a real DC here in Austin

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This is really well done. Big ups!

[@TexasHomer]

Thank you man!

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Real talk that felt like I was watching a nationally televised show 🤘🏾

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excellent vid !!

[@vader8724]

Any analysis of Coach Ks defense against power running teams? Seems like all his success is against spread west coast teams. Having said that I'm impressed with his willingness to adapt to any offensive challenge presented to him. Hook em!

[@TexasHomer]

Yeah brother for sure, watch the stanford vs UW games. Stanford is a power run team and they do great. PK is famous for his spread defense because it's topical, but the reality is PK is hyper adaptable and adjusts based on power runs/jumbo sets. I asked myself the same question when I first started research for the video. This is an excellent question and keep em coming!

[@THELANDOSHOW]

Excellent question & an even more excellent response. You the man Homer!

[@firghteningtruth7173]

Thats the whole point. Hes multiple. But hes REALLY good at shutting down pass heavy concepts... I really am not gonna question if lunch and snax can shut the center down. You should check out some of his feints. Homer shows one concept, but he brings in a ton to just lock one lineman up, stunt, so the 2 dls end up passing off responsibilities with the lineman...and as that happens, he sends dogs at ya. So you feint 1, and then lock up 4 with 2. So you get 2 free guys to stop the run, or make the qbs day real, real bad. Hell even line up dldlhybridhybrid, and bring all the pressure to the lead side. The guy is truly innovative. The talent gap is what Id worry about. Id guess that most b12 teams are at least a BIT more skilled at talent positions than the pac, as the spread has been our bread and butter for over a decade.... But not by much. Edit: what im saying is while he only ever gave up 17 to leach... Oklahoma runs a system HIGHLY tweaked, and with much better talent. So dont expect a 1:1 return there. However, his concepts are solid, and SHOULD work the same in the b12. Especially considering the gap in talent that HE has gained.

[@robertmines241]

@@firghteningtruth7173 This is the question and it gets deeper when considering that jump in talent group and can he manage ego? He is excellent taking the junkyard dogs that were looked over and have that chip on their shoulders. But will he be able to enlighten the talented underachiever? Can’t wait to find out!!!

[@brockoly08]

Thanks for this thorough breakdown. I just put in my application to be a defensive coordinator now at my local highschool

[@TexasHomer]

That's dope man

[@terryortiz9974]

Amazing job. So informative.

[@TexasHomer]

Glad it was helpful!

[@MAVERICKTHINKER]

Nice video. Just don't be surprised to see Lincoln Riley's offense dismantle this defense again next season with a MUCH better roster than last season. The time for Texas to win was last year and they still couldn't. It just gets harder these next few years. Good luck. The Longhorns will need it.

[@TexasHomer]

Lincoln is an incredible offensive mind. And I think OU will be excellent this year. I have them winning it all with Clemson, Bama, Ohio State all with QB turnover and Bama losing a lot of staff.

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Great video! Exceeded my expectations!

[@TexasHomer]

Thanks brother

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Dude, this is some serious content. You the man

[@Slick_Nick7567]

Reflecting back to this season what do you think the issue was on the defensive side of the ball.. Me personally I saw flashes of a good defense but good defense but still had some horrendous play especially in the 2nd half?

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Another Home Run be the “Homer”

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PK, Creating chaos and doubt wasn’t supposed to be for your players

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Nice video. Love what you are doing

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Very impressive this going to be fun to watch

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Great insight into our new DC. 🤘

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Very well explained. Smart guy.

[@paconr48]

I am waiting on the chaos and doubt to appear in this Texas defense. What’s the issue?

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Great Video! Time to get back to being TEXAS football & keeping players home!! HookEm!! 🤘🏼

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I love this scheme so much.

[@TexasGI47life]

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[@TexasGI47life]

@@fermangriego2307 I was hoping that this video would attract supportive sports fans. Thank you for joining the party.

[@jklstewart]

Love your stuff. This may be the 3rd time I've watched this video. I have high hopes for Sark and PK- I'm very excited to see what they do. The one thing I was worried about from your production here is that you pointed out how at previous stops PK was looking for guys like him- not a top rating, high motor, determined... that was the mold he found success with. At the end of this video you point to the fact that now PK will have access to higher quality players. I'm wondering if that will be beneficial or detrimental to his method? I know it seems silly to question, but we've had Group of 5 coaches at Texas who all of a sudden had access to top shelf talent and didn't get it done.

[@TexasHomer]

Not a silly question at all, I have asked myself the same question. It is different coaching 5 stars than 3 stars. But ultimately 5 stars all need development too. We had 5 stars at Texas with no development and they plummeted down the draft boards. But like you, I’ll be watching that as well. Thanks for watching, I appreciate it!

[@TheBigDogofCFB]

I love your videos my brother. Good stuff

[@TexasHomer]

Thank ya brother

[@TheBigDogofCFB]

@@TexasHomer Anytime fam. You know we have to support one another bro.

[@TexasHomer]

@@TheBigDogofCFB No doubt brother, all the channels are just trying to serve the fans. They fans might have beef but the content creators don't haha.

[@TheBigDogofCFB]

@@TexasHomer Now brother you ain't lying about that. I see you be paying attention to my comments lol. And brother I'm going to need to talk to you man about ideas later on and just KZbin and our content in general. But I will let you know, right now I'm so busy with work, it's hard to do anything for real.

[@TexasHomer]

@@TheBigDogofCFB cool man, let’s link on Twitter and we can exchange numbers

[@qbspotlight2336]

wow great overall breakdown! can't wait to see more

[@TexasHomer]

I can't wait to see more of your work. You do awesome breakdowns.

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@@TexasHomer very kind of you!

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@@TexasHomer So kind of you to say!

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This is my favorite channel on KZbin. Keep up the great work! Hook 'Em!!

[@TexasHomer]

Nice man, glad you liked it

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awesome video!

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Can you do a video on kyle flood

[@TexasHomer]

Good idea, I'll add it to the slate

[@Mannyfootbal]

Thanks for breaking it down..

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Excellent!!

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I’ll see ya there 🤘

[@stillreactions1764]

Can't wait till the season starts ! The Okies are not going to know what hit them !!!

[@markfowler6276]

PK's work is generating results this year. The D is carrying the team this year.

[@nicholassimpson8649]

Just wrap up for gods sake, ive never understood how high school coaches teach their players to wrap up they go to U.T and forget how to. Blows my mind, plain and simple U.T hasnt tackled good for the last century. Learn to takle , #1 priority

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You are making some of the best Texas Longhorns content out there! Keep it up 🤘🤘 Hook Em

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Damn you do good work homer!!!

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You’ve earned this Longhorns sub 🤘

[@sacrsacr6533]

Kwiatkowski isn't the first to attempt running a 2-4-5 defense, others have tried and failed at the highest levels. Also, when someone is 6' 280 lbs (Ryan Bowman), you can call him an OLB if you want, but that's a strongside DE. Football is a game of trade-offs. You want to get more athleticism on the field, you're going to have to give up some size. Give up some size for speed, people are going to hammer that lack of size with power. Biggest problem with 2-4 fronts is they're susceptible to gap schemes.

[@JJ-yx6jy]

Well, he definitely creates doubt.

[@longhornfootball9095]

outstanding