Ever heard of the rat guard? the guy who coined it loves Eddie Bravo.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rP8KzgpN0Mc Theres a whole youtube channel with about 6 videos showing different uses of the rat guard and how to transition into a free New York position with it.
"Blame the IBJJF when, in 30 years you see an academy that nails the phrase, "A Red belt is a Junior black belt that hasn't died yet" on the far wall."