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WR Secondary Release Drill - Release drills should be treated as everyday drills that are performed at least twice a week with wide receivers and defensive backs. - Coaches should set up drills in the boundary area to simulate a lack of space, using a cone placed approximately six...

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LB Run Fits Drill The video outlines a linebacker drill designed to help players adjust their run fits based on the movement of defensive linemen. Key learning points include: - Dynamic Gap Fitting: Linebackers must be prepared to "make it right" rather than just fitting a pre-assigned gap if the defensive front is compromised. - Drill Setup: The drill utilizes a defensive lineman (represented by a coach with a bag) and a running back to simulate real-game scenarios. - Reacting to Defensive Line Movement: The linebacker must observe where the defensive lineman's head goes, such as a 3-technique getting knocked into an A-gap or a 2-eye getting reached or pushed into a B-gap. - Responding to Ball Carrier Cuts: Linebackers must mirror the running back’s cut and then "thud" him up to finish the tackle. - Redirecting and Filling: Players must practice redirecting their momentum; for example, if a linebacker expects to fill the B-gap but finds it occupied by a teammate, they must quickly jump cut or redirect to fill the new open gap. - Downhill Aggression: The goal of the drill is to train linebackers to see the opening and get downhill quickly to fill the vacant gap. Dan Carrel, former Co-DC/LB Coach, Coastal Carolina Dan Carrel #glazierclinics

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O-Line Strain Drill - The strain drill begins with the offensive lineman in a proper fit position with elbows bent. - All drills should start with the offensive lineman's feet on fire rather than from a static position. - On the ready command, the player's feet must move, and on the go command, the hips should be the first thing to activate the drive movement. - During the drill, the defensive player maintains outside leverage on the shoulder pads and attempts to pull the lineman off the line. - Offensive linemen must focus on maintaining fast feet, staying square, and keeping a strong position with their elbows squeezed. - This drill is designed to train players for the finish phase of blocking a defensive lineman or for second-level strikes on linebackers. Billy Best, Former O-Line Coach/Run Game Coordinator, Colorado St. Bill Best #offensiveLine #footballDrills #blockingtechnique #footballTraining #linemanDrills
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O-Line Strain Drill - The strain drill begins with the offensive lineman in a proper fit position with elbows bent. - All drills should start with the offensive lineman's feet on fire rather than from a static position. - On the ready command, the player's feet must move, and on the go command, the hips should be the first thing to activate the drive movement. - During the drill, the defensive player maintains outside leverage on the shoulder pads and attempts to pull the lineman off the line. - Offensive linemen must focus on maintaining fast feet, staying square, and keeping a strong position with their elbows squeezed. - This drill is designed to train players for the finish phase of blocking a defensive lineman or for second-level strikes on linebackers. Billy Best, Former O-Line Coach/Run Game Coordinator, Colorado St. Bill Best #offensiveLine #footballDrills #blockingtechnique #footballTraining #linemanDrills

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O-Line Covered Step Drill - This offensive line drill utilizes the lines on a turf field or painted boxes to simulate old-school board drills. - To maximize individual time, coaches can line up multiple players along every five-yard line to get a high volume of repetitions in a short period. - The first movement, or the power step, is a short step used to transfer weight from the backside big toe to the lead leg to create power. - On the coach's second command, players execute the drive step, which provides the actual movement and force of the block. - Players must ensure their second step lands in front of their first step, driving that foot up the crotch of the defender and upfield. - While players in the drill may fall forward without resistance, in a game scenario, this momentum is used to strike the defender in a proper fit. Jay Long, Head Coach, Chadron State Jay Long #glazierclinics
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O-Line Covered Step Drill - This offensive line drill utilizes the lines on a turf field or painted boxes to simulate old-school board drills. - To maximize individual time, coaches can line up multiple players along every five-yard line to get a high volume of repetitions in a short period. - The first movement, or the power step, is a short step used to transfer weight from the backside big toe to the lead leg to create power. - On the coach's second command, players execute the drive step, which provides the actual movement and force of the block. - Players must ensure their second step lands in front of their first step, driving that foot up the crotch of the defender and upfield. - While players in the drill may fall forward without resistance, in a game scenario, this momentum is used to strike the defender in a proper fit. Jay Long, Head Coach, Chadron State Jay Long #glazierclinics

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LB Search & Destroy Drill - The search and destroy drill is highly effective for linebackers when actions inside the box are cloudy or unclear. - Coaches can choose to have players either shuffle or use a crossover step to move from their starting point to the cone. - A primary emphasis of the drill is to ensure the linebacker keeps their shoulders, hips, and feet square once they reach the cone. - Linebackers must avoid crossing over their feet when making contact with the ball carrier. - The drill should be executed at a thud tempo during the teaching phase so both the linebacker and the ball carrier can feel the movement, with the ball carrier waiting to make a decision until the linebacker reaches the cone. - The drill is excellent for young linebackers to learn how to match the path of the running back and track where he is going, rather than just running blindly through gaps. AJ Cooper, LB Coach, Arizona State AJ Cooper #glazierclinics
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LB Search & Destroy Drill - The search and destroy drill is highly effective for linebackers when actions inside the box are cloudy or unclear. - Coaches can choose to have players either shuffle or use a crossover step to move from their starting point to the cone. - A primary emphasis of the drill is to ensure the linebacker keeps their shoulders, hips, and feet square once they reach the cone. - Linebackers must avoid crossing over their feet when making contact with the ball carrier. - The drill should be executed at a thud tempo during the teaching phase so both the linebacker and the ball carrier can feel the movement, with the ball carrier waiting to make a decision until the linebacker reaches the cone. - The drill is excellent for young linebackers to learn how to match the path of the running back and track where he is going, rather than just running blindly through gaps. AJ Cooper, LB Coach, Arizona State AJ Cooper #glazierclinics

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QB Pat N Go Screen Drill - Every player in the program should be trained on the screen game, specifically focusing on keeping their eyes on the corner during the fast screen. - Receivers must execute a hard step, catch the ball, and immediately work to the sideline while maintaining a distance of five yards. - The drill follows a specific four-part progression that includes the short fade, hard slant, quick screen, and fast screen to build a rhythm for the offense. - Ball security is critical; players must tuck the ball as fast as possible into the outside arm and keep it high and tight. - For the bubble screen portion, players are coached to gain two to three yards of both width and depth during the route. - This rapid-fire drill is designed to maximize individual instruction time for quarterbacks, allowing them to get a high volume of throws in a short period. Jason McManus Jason McManus #GlazierClinics
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QB Pat N Go Screen Drill - Every player in the program should be trained on the screen game, specifically focusing on keeping their eyes on the corner during the fast screen. - Receivers must execute a hard step, catch the ball, and immediately work to the sideline while maintaining a distance of five yards. - The drill follows a specific four-part progression that includes the short fade, hard slant, quick screen, and fast screen to build a rhythm for the offense. - Ball security is critical; players must tuck the ball as fast as possible into the outside arm and keep it high and tight. - For the bubble screen portion, players are coached to gain two to three yards of both width and depth during the route. - This rapid-fire drill is designed to maximize individual instruction time for quarterbacks, allowing them to get a high volume of throws in a short period. Jason McManus Jason McManus #GlazierClinics

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Punt Return Slingshot Drill - The slingshot drill is designed to help a punt returner get back into phase after a defender has beaten them or released in an unexpected direction. - For the drill to be effective, the player acting as the punt team defender must power through for at least four yards despite being slowed down by the returner. - To initiate the technique, the returner should place one hand firmly on the defender's hip as they move past. - The returner then reaches around with their second hand to grab the defender's hip, using the defender's own forward momentum to pull themselves back into position. - The ultimate goal of the slingshot is for the returner to regain side control and establish a position that is an arm's length away from the defender. - While grabbing a defender's shoulder pads is likely to be penalized, using the slingshot technique at the hip is rarely called by officials and effectively slows the defender down. Luke Paschall, Special Teams Coordinator, Cincinnati Luke Paschall #GlazierClinics
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Punt Return Slingshot Drill - The slingshot drill is designed to help a punt returner get back into phase after a defender has beaten them or released in an unexpected direction. - For the drill to be effective, the player acting as the punt team defender must power through for at least four yards despite being slowed down by the returner. - To initiate the technique, the returner should place one hand firmly on the defender's hip as they move past. - The returner then reaches around with their second hand to grab the defender's hip, using the defender's own forward momentum to pull themselves back into position. - The ultimate goal of the slingshot is for the returner to regain side control and establish a position that is an arm's length away from the defender. - While grabbing a defender's shoulder pads is likely to be penalized, using the slingshot technique at the hip is rarely called by officials and effectively slows the defender down. Luke Paschall, Special Teams Coordinator, Cincinnati Luke Paschall #GlazierClinics

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O-Line Blunt Drill - Drill Purpose and Utility: This drill is designed to simulate backside gap schemes and can be performed with minimal equipment or defenders. - Gap Responsibility and Squeezing: Players, specifically the tackle, must secure the B gap by squeezing down and holding their spot as the guard pulls. - The Blunt Technique: Rather than a traditional step hinge, the "blunt" involves squeezing down and then reacting to a defender's movement to engage. - Hand Usage and Anchoring: When engaging a defender, players should use a two-handed punch, similar to techniques used in drop-back pass protection, to anchor down and be firm with the blunt. - Reaction to Fold Blocks: The drill also addresses fold blocks against 3-4 fronts, where the center must feel the fold, pop up, and be violent when engaging the defender. Steve Farmer, O-Line Coach/Run Game Coordinator, Univ of Louisiana Monroe Coach Steve Farmer #GlazierClinics

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LB Intended Receiver Drill LB Run & Pass Techniques and Drills - Linbackers drop to their zones and then move with the Quarterback. - When they come back, they shuffle and then on the set and transfer, one will catch the ball, the second LB will block the intended receiver. - The off-backer comes around to lead the interceptor up the number. - The interceptor will run outside the number to the sideline to try to score. - Linebackers should be in a shuffle mode when the Quarterback turns his shoulders and until he drops his hand off the ball. - When the QB drops his hand, the LBs break to the ball. Robin Ross, Retired NFL, CFL, and D1 LB Coach #GlazierClinics
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LB Intended Receiver Drill LB Run & Pass Techniques and Drills - Linbackers drop to their zones and then move with the Quarterback. - When they come back, they shuffle and then on the set and transfer, one will catch the ball, the second LB will block the intended receiver. - The off-backer comes around to lead the interceptor up the number. - The interceptor will run outside the number to the sideline to try to score. - Linebackers should be in a shuffle mode when the Quarterback turns his shoulders and until he drops his hand off the ball. - When the QB drops his hand, the LBs break to the ball. Robin Ross, Retired NFL, CFL, and D1 LB Coach #GlazierClinics

Glazier Clinics

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