In this 2 Minute Clinic, Coach Rob Everett delves into Cover 9 versus 2 removed which is a great way for defenders in coverage to relate to threats and not merely cover grass while defending. Read 2 is a part of the Quarters family and does not fall under the Cover 2 umbrella of coverage. Read 2 simply means that the pod of defenders comprising the corner, overhang, and safety are all reading the number two receiver. Most simply put and easiest for players to understand , \u201cnumber two tells me what to do.\u201d<\/p>\n