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I just can’t imagine a “system” especially a defensive system that is so

complex that a kid can’t pick it up after nearly 2 years of practice and even limited playing time. Can someone smarter than me explain how man to man D can be that complicated? Outside of how to switch screens, fight through, double team, or not, what else is there?

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OK, posted this on the Subscription board below, but need answers. -- B(ig) H(okie) 01/20/2022 5:59PM

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