Dramatic Break (Inside & Outside)
Drill Type: Defensive Back Drill Purpose This defensive back drill works on two types of releases: a dramatic break on the inside, and a dramatic break to the outside. The goal for
The “Score” Drill
Drill Type: Running Back Drill Purpose This running back drill focuses on playing close to the goal line, as 4 defenders try to hit and knock the runner to the outside. Set
Cushion Drill
Drill Type: Defensive Back Drill Purpose This defensive back drill focuses on cushioning the receiver so that player cannot get behind the defensive back. Set Up Place the receiver at the line
Around-the-Bag Drill
Drill Type: Linebacker Drill Purpose This linebacker drill focuses on preventing overextension. Set Up Places 1 bag (or 3 cones) between the 0 and 5 yard lines. Execution The offensive man will initiate
Steering for Kick Off Return
In today's video blog post, we are going to demonstrate a fantastic special teams drill for “Steering”. This drill will help your players to understand the concepts behind this important
“Double Barrel” Running Back Drill
Drill Type: Agility Drill Set Up Create 2 lines of barrels with 3 barrels per line, approximately 5 yards apart. Place an additional barrel in the middle of both lines
Angle Tackle Drill
Drill Type: Tackling Drill Set Up The cones should be set up two yards by two yards. The inside cones are two yards apart, which makes the cones that the
20 Yard Cone Drill
Drill Type: Agility Drill Purpose This drill gets your players used to distributing their weight in a good football position to change in directions, reaching for a target. Set Up Place 4
Tug Of War Drill
Drill Type: Lineman Conditioning Purpose This conditioning drill teaches the linemen to explode low, not stand up at the snap. Setup Get a tug-of-war rope - the thicker and heavier the better
The Slalom Drill
Drill Type: Agility Purpose This agility drill focuses on lateral change of direction shuffle. Setup Set up a series of cones in two straight rows about 5 feet apart, and your players will
The Cupping Drill for Pass Protection
Play Type: Pass Protection Purpose You must have good teamwork and technique for successful pass protection. This drill teaches linemen the cupping shape to create a pocket and protect the
3 Step Drop Technique
Play Type: Quarterback Drill Purpose To teach the quarterback how to execute a three step drop. Setup The quarterback will line up with a football, holding it out in front just as
Pitch Drill
Play Type: Quarterback Drill / Running Back Drill Purpose A good team drill for getting both the quarterback and running back reps throwing and receiving the pitch. Setup The quarterback will start
Singleback Big – Outside Zone
Play Type: Zone Run Setup The outside zone, combined with the inside zone, is the basis for any zone blocking scheme. It isn’t variety and trickery you’re relying on here, but
Shotgun Trips TE – Spacing
Play Type: Quick Pass Setup Another quick, high percentage play that fits perfectly within the west coast philosophy, this play uses horizontal spacing to open up receivers for a quick catch. This
I Form Big – PA Power O Waggle Left
Play Type: Playaction Pass Setup Once you’ve beaten the defense down with your power running game, its time to take advantage of those safeties creeping up to the line and hit the
Team Catch Drill for Wide Receivers
Developing reliable pass-catching hands is one of the most important skills a wide receiver can possess. This fun drill will help your players focus on seeing the ball into their
3-4 Defense – Cover 4 Zone
Play Type: Zone Coverage Setup When the offense is looking to complete a deep pass - 3rd and long, or at the end of a half or the game - this is