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The leading authority on football tackle technique, performance & analysis. We help coaches improve defensively & increase player safety at all levels

Seattle, WA Katılım Şubat 2015
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In less than two weeks, Atavus will be performing an in-person tackling clinic in coordination with Foothill High School in Palo Cedro, CA. The clinic will feature both classroom and on-field sessions covering the best tackling techniques, drills, and practice planning for next season. This clinic is open to both coaches and players. If you are in the Northern California area and looking to take your development to the next level, join us on March 21st! To register and for more information, contact Foothill Head Coach Ross Griffith (rgriffith@suhsd.net) #footballclinic #tacklingcertification #californiafootball
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Atavus does more than teach tackling. We help coaches change the game and improve their teams through one of the most critical aspects of the sport. Why Atavus? 👉 Reduce head contact by 49% 👉 Increase made tackles by 10% 👉 Allow 8% less total yards 👉 Win 50% more one-score games 👉 Save hours every week We deliver all of this in a couple of ways. Atavus works directly with coaches and programs, consulting with them to provide the insights and plans needed to spark growth and build confidence. We also provide the best-in-class tackling certification that delivers coaches a proven curriculum with tools they can take to the field see results. The Atavus Tackle System was developed by coaches and players for coaches and players. It's the most detailed system backed by data that delivers results. Learn more about Atavus today and how you can get started. 🔗 Learn more at atavus.com #footballtackling #tacklingcertification #howtoteachtackling
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In our Under the Radar series, we have been working with Mason Calvert from Foothill High School (CA) on his recruiting journey, going from no offers to hopefully a scholarship athlete. Read the full story about the first part of his journey in our newsletter. Use link in bio. #undertheradar #collegerecruiting
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Bobby Wagner intends to return for his 15th NFL season in 2026. The perennial All-Pro became just the third player in NFL history to reach 2,000 career total tackles and is now just 60 tackles away from surpassing the all-time leader, Ray Lewis. Will Wagner set the new career total tackles record in 2026? Let us know in the comments. #bobbywagner #raylewis #nfltacklesrecord
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Seattle’s defense led them a Lombardi trophy. We breakdown the key tackling pieces that contributed to their success in this month’s newsletter. Use the link in our bio to ready to full story. #seahawks #darkside #defensewinschampionships
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Cleveland Browns defense swarms to the fumble and returns it for a touchdown in a game-changing scoop and score. The Browns demonstrate elite ball awareness and pursuit, with multiple defenders converging on the loose ball before taking it to the end zone. This play exemplifies how dominant defenses create points and swing momentum. #TackleBetter #Browns #ScoopAndScore #Atavus #DefensivePlaymaking
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Indiana’s defensive transformation under Bryant Haines is rewriting the blueprint for building elite defenses. The Hoosiers have catapulted from the bottom of the Big Ten to No. 2 in the conference in just two seasons. Haines’ system thrives on post-snap deception, deploying fire zones and simulated pressures that trap quarterbacks. Indiana sacked Oregon’s Dante Moore six times and Julian Sayin five times in the Big Ten Title Game. The results speak for themselves: Indiana leads the nation in red zone touchdown percentage allowed at 27%, ranks No. 6 in sacks, and No. 2 in tackles for loss—all without a single player rated above three stars. Get the full breakdown in the Atavus newsletter. 📰 Comment “COACH” for the link #TackleBetter #Indiana #DefensiveDominance #CoachEducation #Atavus
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This week’s Player’s Corner with Scott Lawyer: Your Tackling Problem Isn’t More Drills. It’s Smarter Structure. Practice time is your scarcest resource. Between installing schemes and preparing for opponents, tackling development often takes the hit. At Atavus, we’ve cracked the code: the answer isn’t grinding through more drills, it’s engineering better structure through Drill Variation. One setup. Three outcomes. Drill Variation maintains the same drill structure while shifting focus across three critical points: Technical (sound fundamentals), Decision Making (read and adjust), and Game Based (realistic pressure). The Close Angle Drill progression demonstrates this perfectly—same setup, three distinct learning outcomes, zero wasted time. Ready to multiply your impact without adding minutes? Get the full breakdown in the Atavus newsletter. 📰 Comment “COACH” for the link #TackleBetter #PlayersCorner #CoachEducation #Atavus #DrillVariation
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Houston Texans defensive end Derek Barnett brings down Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert with a crucial sack as the Texans’ defense hits peak form heading into the playoffs. Barnett demonstrates excellent pass rush technique, maintaining his rush lane and finishing at the quarterback with power. His ability to execute at a high level reflects how the entire Texans defense is dialed in at precisely the right moment. Houston’s defense is playing championship football. Barnett’s sack exemplifies the kind of disciplined, physical defense that wins in January when the stakes are highest. #Texans #DerekBarnett #atavus #FootballFundamentals
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The College Football Playoff quarterfinals are set after an action-packed opening weekend. Alabama rallied from 17-0 down to match the largest comeback in CFP history and will face top-seeded Indiana in the Rose Bowl. Miami survived a defensive battle against Texas A&M 10-3 and meets No. 2 Ohio State, who boasts one of the nation’s elite defenses, in the Cotton Bowl. Ole Miss dismantled Tulane 41-10 and faces Georgia in the Sugar Bowl, while Oregon defeated James Madison 51-34 to set up a showdown with No. 4 Texas Tech in the Orange Bowl. The quarterfinals promise elite matchups with championship-caliber defenses taking center stage. Get the full breakdown in the Atavus newsletter. 📰 Comment “COACH” for the link #CFP #CollegeFootball #Alabama #Atavus #OhioSt
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Effective tackling doesn’t begin at contact, it begins before contact is ever made As we close out 2025, remember that tackling is a tracking process. Atavus teaches three distinct zones: Pursuit (closing space under control), Decision-Making (establishing leverage), and Action (footwork and strike timing). When athletes master pre-contact fundamentals, they make better, safer tackles. Ready to transform your program in 2026? Learn about Atavus consulting and certification—link in bio. Comment “Coach” to learn more. Wishing our Atavus Family a wonderful holiday season! 🏈 #TackleBetter #Atavus #FootballFundamentals #CoachEducation #SaferTackling
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Philadelphia Eagles defensive end Brandon Graham records a crucial sack on Marcus Mariota, helping the Eagles clinch the NFC East division title. Graham demonstrates solid pass rush fundamentals, maintaining his rush lane and finishing at the quarterback. His ability to execute sound technique in a division-clinching game shows how veteran defenders deliver when championships are on the line. Plays like this define championship football. Graham’s sack helped seal the NFC East for Philadelphia and exemplified the kind of consistent defensive execution that wins divisions. #Eagles #BrandonGraham #NFCEastChamps #PassRush #Atavus
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Baltimore’s Defense Sends Championship Message with Dominant Shutout Performance The Ravens delivered a historic statement, becoming the first team to shut out the Bengals since Joe Burrow was drafted with a commanding 24-0 victory. Baltimore’s defense is peaking at the perfect time, holding opponents under 200 passing yards per game and limiting Cincinnati to just 4.2 yards per play. The Ravens sacked Burrow three times and eliminated explosive plays throughout the contest. Tavius Robinson’s return proved instrumental, with his relentless pressure creating the game-sealing pick-six. Baltimore’s defense is built on championship principles and positioned to suffocate high-powered offenses when it matters most. 📰 Comment “COACH” to access the full breakdown in the Atavus newsletter #TackleBetter #Ravens #Shutout #Atavus #NFL
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This week's Player's Corner with Scott Lawyer: Dominate the Off-Season by Developing Footwork Footwork is the foundation of elite tackling. Proper base, explosive power steps, and precise strike timing separate dominant defenders from average ones. Scott Lawyer breaks down the three critical components every coach needs to master this off-season. #TackleBetter #PlayersCorner #FootworkFundamentals #CoachEducation #Atavus #OffSeasonTraining #DefensiveFundamentals
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Jack Bousum powers through two blockers to sack the quarterback, showcasing elite pursuit in the Army-Navy game. Bousum demonstrates exceptional motor and technique, defeating double team blocking and maintaining his pursuit angle to finish at the quarterback. His ability to fight through contact exemplifies how elite pass rushers combine power and determination to create impact plays. Bousum’s relentless pursuit defined his dominant performance. When pass rushers refuse to be blocked and finish like this, they take over games. #TackleBetter #Army #JackBousum #ArmyNavy #PassRush #FootballFundamentals #Atavus
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Notre Dame opts out of bowl consideration following missing the College Football Playoff. The Fighting Irish announced the team collectively decided to withdraw from bowl consideration. Get the full breakdown and industry implications in the Atavus newsletter and this week’s Industry Update. 📰 Read the newsletter 🎙️ Industry Update drops weekly Link in bio to subscribe. #TackleBetter #NotreDame #CFP #FootballFundamentals #Atavus #IndustryUpdate #CollegeFootball
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Tulane Green Wave are AAC Champions and heading to the College Football Playoffs! 🏆 The Green Wave's defense is driving their playoff push. Want the full breakdown? Check out the Atavus newsletter and this week's Player's Corner with Scott Lawyer for expert analysis on what makes Tulane's defense elite. 📰 Read the newsletter 🎙️ New Player's Corner drops weekly Link in bio to subscribe. #TackleBetter #Tulane #AACChamps #CFP #FootballFundamentals
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Texas Tech linebacker AJ Holmes forces a critical fumble, sealing the Big 12 Championship for the Red Raiders. Holmes reaches the quarterback in an instant, targeting the near hip and popping the ball loose before the signal caller can react. His explosive closing speed and decisive contact create the game-sealing turnover in the championship moment. Championship plays require championship execution. Holmes’ forced fumble secured Texas Tech’s Big 12 title and exemplified the kind of clutch defensive performance that defines winning football. #TackleBetter #TexasTech #AJHolmes #Big12Champs #ForcedFumble #ChampionshipFootball #FootballFundamentals #Atavus #RedRaiders
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