This defensive back drill will hone the skills of the linebackers on the team. Linebackers will be put on the ground because of blocks and they need to get up and make plays.
What you need – Create a hole for the running back to go through (off tackle) and have the linebacker line up as the middle LB. The football linebacker will be on the ground.
How this drill works – When the whistle blows, the linebacker will roll over and then get up to try and make the tackle.
This is going to be difficult for the backer, but it will help them build agility and quickness and will provide them with the instinct they need to get up from being blocked in order to get back into the play.
You should reward your linebackers for making a play, and penalize the running backs if they get brought down.
Result – the linebackers will improve their ability to recover from a knockdown to get up and possibly make a play on the ball.
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