Trench Warfare

Brandon Thorn
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In-depth discussion and insight into the world of OL/DL play with Brandon Thorn and guests from around the football world. trenchwarfare.substack.com

  1. Special episode recapping key trench matchups from Week 1 with Terron Armstead

    SEP 11

    Special episode recapping key trench matchups from Week 1 with Terron Armstead

    Former Saints and Dolphins LT Terron Armstead has a new YouTube channel and show titled ‘The Set’ airing every Monday and Thursday this season. Terron asked me to join him for a segment every Monday to recap key trench matchups of the week which I am very excited for. You can find this segment in video form airing every Monday on Terron’s channel beginning in Week 2. Here’s the backstory on why the Week 1 edition is airing here: After Week 1 we hit a snag in scheduling so I wound up recording the video for Terron to give his producer to edit and get up on his channel. Unfortunately, the audio did not match up with the video and since Terron only does video (for now) the file became unusable, until now. After realizing that the audio itself was uncorrupted and full of valuable insight and analysis, I asked Terron if I could post it on my channels which he graciously agreed to. That brings me to this episode. Terron is the host speaking as if this will be airing on his channel before we get into the good stuff:The three Tyler’s in Dallas (Guyton, Smith and Booker) against the Eagles front Commanders LT Laremy Tunsil vs. Giants edge-rushers Brian Burns, Kayvon Thibodeaux and Abdul Carter Lions RT Penei Sewell vs. Packers edge-rusher Micah Parsons Titans LT Dan Moore vs. Broncos edge-rusher Nik Bonitto If you want to hear Terron and I break down key trench matchups all season make sure to go check out his channel here. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit trenchwarfare.substack.com/subscribe

    26 min
  2. Trench Warfare Podcast with special guest Commanders O-Line coach Bobby Johnson

    JUN 17

    Trench Warfare Podcast with special guest Commanders O-Line coach Bobby Johnson

    This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit trenchwarfare.substack.com Commanders OL coach Bobby Johnson has spent the last 15 years coaching the tight end and offensive line positions in the NFL. He is coming off of a stellar season in Washington where he, along with head coach Dan Quinn and offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury, joined forces as recently fired coaches who had never worked together to assemble a stunningly impressive 2024 campaign. The Commanders posted a 12-5 record and appeared in the NFC Championship against the eventual Super Bowl champion Eagles. Overview - Topics covered The legacy of NFL coaches from Ohio The value of being able to coach the defensive line early in his coaching career at Akron Understanding fronts, coverages, rotations and how to think like a defensive lineman How coaching tight ends at the collegiate and pro level furthered an understanding of coverages as it relates to blocking schemes Unpacking the unique skill-sets of Marcedes Lewis and Lee Smith What “tough and smart” means in a practical sense and why it is vital for the offensive line Some epic examples of these traits from Lee Smith, Dominic Raiola, Jon Feliciana and Matt Slauson Unpacking “Making it easy for us and difficult for them” as a coaching philosophy Evolving as a coach and the constant pursuit of improvement Leadership 101: Accentuating the strengths of your players and minimizing the weaknesses Specific examples of how coach Johnson has done that during his career Diving into coach Johnson’s affinity and proximity to players with legendary toughness and their value to the room Coach Johnson’s strategy for communication to the players in Washington that helped lead to them developing cohesion and chemistry throughout the season Drawing on prior experiences and relationships to coach each playe

    38 min
  3. Trench Warfare Podcast with special guest Bills O-Line coach Aaron Kromer

    MAY 30

    Trench Warfare Podcast with special guest Bills O-Line coach Aaron Kromer

    This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit trenchwarfare.substack.com Offensive line play has gotten more attention and credit over the last few seasons than anytime I can remember over the last decade of studying the position due to the unit’s repeated and undeniable impact on team success in the NFL. Naturally, getting to sit down and learn from Aaron Kromer, who has been one of the architects of great line play for ove…

    21 min
  4. 2024 OL All-Pro Teams with Duke Manyweather

    JAN 1

    2024 OL All-Pro Teams with Duke Manyweather

    This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit trenchwarfare.substack.com Duke and I selecting our first, second and third-team All-Pro teams with detailed discussions on each player and landscape of the position

    15 min

  5. 10/31/2024

    2024 Midseason OL All-Pro Teams and more with Duke Manyweather

    This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit trenchwarfare.substack.com Video version:

    1h 6m

  6. 10/23/2024

    Trench Report - Week 7

    This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit trenchwarfare.substack.com Topics covered this week Eagles OL with multiple backups dominating (a bad Giants run defense) in the run game Frank Ragnow dominating Harrison Phillips Terron Armstead & Aaron Brewer as run blockers The Chiefs elite, tier one interior trio Arizona’s dynamic run game Amarius Mims Tristan Wirfs brilliance Graham Barton putting on a show against very good competition Spencer Brown’s developmental journey Jared Verse is a menace The Titans problematic right tackle position 49ers concerns on the interior defensive line Tyron Smith’s over reliance on his outside hand getting him into trouble again Texans continued issues at center/left guard and potential fixes The Giants dramatic drop-off at left tackle without Andrew Thomas + a possible answer Panthers’ bottom-feeder defensive line Video version:

    44 min
  7. Trench Report - Week 6

    10/16/2024

    Trench Report - Week 6

    This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit trenchwarfare.substack.com Topics covered this week Trent Williams unmatched physical prowess Rashawn Slater’s dominant return to the lineup Tristan Wirfs’ dominant performance against the Saints Patrick Mekari/Daniel Faalele Jackson Powers-Johnson’s aggressive demeanor and flashes of power continue to be notable Sam Cosmi’s ascension and standout game against Nnamdi Madubuike Andrew Thomas vs. Trey Hendrickson Dion Dawkins vs. Michael Clemons Seattle’s disastrous right side Nick Allegretti Roger Rosengarten Blake Fisher, Juice Scruggs & Kenyon Green struggles Taliese Fuaga’s repeated struggles in pass protection Adding context to Joel Bitonio and Zack Martin’s struggles in Week 6 Adding context to the Cowboys struggles on the OL Amarius Mims’ underwhelming start Tyron Smith’s struggles

    46 min
  8. First Look at the 2025 O-Line Class with Dane Brugler

    10/09/2024

    First Look at the 2025 O-Line Class with Dane Brugler

    This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit trenchwarfare.substack.com Players discussed:LSU OTs Will Campbell & Emery Jones Jr. Texas OTs Kelvin Banks Jr. & Cameron Williams Ohio State LT Josh Simmons Ohio State LG Donovan Jackson Minnesota LT Aireontae Ersery Arizona RT Jonah Savaiinaea Alabama LG Tyler Booker Georgia RG Tate Ratledge Oregon OTs Josh Conerly Jr. & Ajani Cornelius

    1h 7m
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In-depth discussion and insight into the world of OL/DL play with Brandon Thorn and guests from around the football world. trenchwarfare.substack.com

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  • Creator
    Brandon Thorn
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    29
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Brandon Thorn
  • Show Website
    Trench Warfare