Why Vanderbilt’s Offensive Line Doesn’t Do Positions Like Everyone Else

Vanderbilt doesn’t have a Right Tackle or a Left Tackle. They have a "Quick Tackle" and a "Strong Tackle." While some called this "innovative" on national TV earlier this season, offensive line veterans know the truth: this is a classic philosophy making a massive comeback. In this breakdown, we look at how Vandy O-Line coach Chris Klenakis and OC Tim Beck ignored the modern "tempo" trends to return to a system that prioritizes specialized skill sets over stationary positions. The results in 2025 speak for themselves: Joe Moore Award Semi-Finalists. One of the best units in the country. From the history of the "Strong/Weak" side to the Heisman-level protection Vandy is providing in 2025, we’re diving deep into the trenches in Nashville to celebrate these guys. Timestamps 0:00 - Strong Side Goes Viral 0:44 - Why You Don’t See Strong Side Anymore 1:21 - Vanderbilt Is Physical & Looking For Work 2:00 - The Decision To Flip Flop The Line In The 2020s 2:30 - Pin & Pull To The Strong Side 3:37 - Weak Side Zone 5:00 - Weak Side Inside Counter 6:30 - Pass Block 7:56 - Chris Klenakis is the man #vanderbilt #anchordown #secfootball #collegefootball #trenchlife #joemooreaward #OL101 #OLTips We appreciate any Likes, Subscribes & Shares If you want to follow us elsewhere…. Instagram: /joemooreaward TikTok: /joemooreaward Facebook: /joemooreaward Follow Aaron Taylor on X! /aarontaylorcfb