Q&A With Matt Merletti: Why Are Low Blocks Still Legal in Football?
Posted Oct 7, 2015
Last Saturday, UNC was once again tasked with trying to tackle Georgia Tech’s triple option offense and cut blocking scheme. While the Tar Heels secured a rare win in Atlanta, starting UNC defensive tackle Nazair Jones suffered a leg injury in the process. John Tobben reached out to former Tar Heel safety Matt Merletti to discuss cut blocking and wonder if it should be banned.
(Raleigh & Company)
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