The Cut Ball Blocking Drill focuses on the receiver getting in the habit of striking and not allowing the ball to get into them. The goal is to make contact first to negate the DB. […]
Defensive Call Order with Nino Pinocchio – Paradise HS (CA)
Coach Pinocchio discusses the specific call order he uses and explains that all defensive calls are made three times by the coach. This strategy is incorporated into film studies as a practice tool. Coach goes […]
Bags and Agility Drill with Mike Norvell – Florida State Univ.
This drill is a combination of Coach’s bags and agility drills as it involves knee drive, pad level, and the coaches giving multiple commands while the players must listen, apply, and react. It is important […]
How We Win with Mack Brown – Univ. of North Carolina
Watch as Coach discusses what he feels are the key ingredients in having a winning program. Coaches and players must set goals and always have a positive message. If you don’t believe, then it will […]
Win the Turnover Battle with Jeff Monken – Army West Point
Watch as Coach discusses the importance of winning the turnover battle and how it impacts winning and losing. Teams that won the turnover battle were victorious 73% of the time. In practice, all skill position […]
Altering the Self-Esteem Syndrome
Originally Published in: Game Ready – 52 Takeaways for Winning There is no question that a team is made up of individuals all trying to accomplish a common goal. It stands to reason that a […]
Running Backs: Pass Blocking with Phil Milbrath – Michigan Tech University
Watch as Coach explains the stand-up pass protection block for running backs. Eyes, feet, and hands are the basics of the stand-up block. Coach shows video clips and players demonstrate a stand-up block emphasizing proper […]
QB First Step in a 3 Step Drop with Lincoln Riley – Univ. of Oklahoma
Watch as Coach answers a question on the QB first step in a three step drop out of the gun. He always looks at technique to determine if there is anything wrong that is holding […]
Linebacker’s Bag Drills with Joe Rossi – Univ. of Minnesota
Watch as Coach explains and shows video of various bag drills for linebackers that focus on footwork and technique. The highlighted drills incorporate balls to simulate taking on a cut block.
Social Media: Define Your Players’ Responsibilities with Nick Saban – University of Alabama
Watch as Coach describes social media as external factors that you, as a coach, have no control over. His concern is for his team and how the players use social media. Anything a player posts […]
Chop & Whip Receiver Release with Taylor Stubblefield – Penn State Univ.
Watch as Coach explains and shows practice clips of a receiver’s three whistle release drill. The first and second whistle are just working on the hand technique and the third incorporates the hands and feet. […]
Working with Administration and Staff
By: John Klessinger Originally Published in: A Coach’s Manual Provided by: Championship Productions A cooperative relationship with your principals, athletic director, and teachers is crucial. The school staff is equally a part of your program, […]
April 2021 – Ci 5 O-Line Drills
In this Coaches Insider Ci 5 Video, we feature 5 offensive line drills from our Football Coaches Insider +Plus Library. To watch more in-depth explanations of each drill, click on the links below: #5 Med […]
We, Us, Ours with Brady Hoke – San Diego State Univ.
Watch as Coach Hoke explains that players and coaches must count on, be committed to, and have trust in each other. You must have clarity in your message so that the players will understand what […]
Vicious Separation Drill with Chad Cochran – Oxford HS (AL)
Watch as Coach explains that it is all about creating muscle memory in this vicious separation drill. The defensive player must have proper positioning and strike out while moving forward before gaining separation.
QB Selection with Jeff Steinberg – Beaumont HS (CA)
Identify and start working with your QB as soon as possible. Coach is looking for super competitors who don’t like to lose. As the head coach he will make decisions on every level who will […]
Receiver Drills with Dabo Swinney – Clemson Univ.
Watch as Coach explains and shows practice clips of various receiver drills working on releases. He will focus on single and double moves with a detailed explanation of each. Coach stresses that your drills need […]
DB Transition Steps with Dan McKeown – Saginaw Valley State Univ.
Watch as Coach explains and shows video clips of a DB’s transition steps. The 4-step progression (decel, plant, pull, and balance) is broken down with a detailed explanation. Game film clips are shown as examples […]
Measuring the Effect of Collaborate Learning
By: Wade Gilbert Originally Published in: Coaching Better Every Season Provided by: Human Kinetics How will you know whether all the time and effort invested in working with a coach learning group results in strategies […]
Pass Pro: Pass Set Races with Vince Giacalone – Bucknell Univ.
Watch as Coach explains and shows video of this pass pro drill. The technique used is not common but this is how his offensive linemen handle a defender crossing their face. When the lineman realizes […]
Burn the Ships with John Stiegelmeier – South Dakota State Univ.
As a football program, we need everyone to be on the same page. We need everyone working toward the same goals. No one can deviate from the plan. We need to burn the ships. This […]
The Nole Way with Mike Norvell – Florida State Univ.
Watch as Coach talks about ‘The Nole Way’ and the four principles that describe how his team plays. The team must play smart, play fast, play physical, and always finish.
Takeaway Drills with Zach Watkins – Washburn Univ.
Watch as Coach explains that he breaks the defense down by position groups to work takeaway drills daily. He will explain the different drills for each group and show video clips for the D-line, LBs, […]
Focus on the Small Details Every Day with Kent Meador – Lubbock Monterey HS (TX)
Watch as Coach discusses working on the small details every day. If you do them right, you have a chance to win but overlook them you have a chance to lose. He will explain in […]
Defensive Hunger Drills with James Franklin – Penn State Univ.
Watch as Coach discusses the Defensive Hunger Drills that are essential, but not position-specific. Since they are defensive team drills, defensive backs will be working with the D-Line and LBs. The emphasis is on teaching […]
Decrease Your Interceptions with Joe Brya – Grand Ledge High School (MI)
Watch as Coach explains turnover margins as the key to who wins or loses a game. Managing the risk of turnovers when throwing the ball is essential. He suggests emphasizing catching the ball at its […]
Modifying and Adapting a Philosophy
By: Dan Gould & Cliff Mallett Originally Published in: Sport Coaches’ Handbook Provided by: Human Kinetics Thus far we have examined the importance of developing a philosophy and putting it into action. The final step […]
Top 5 D-Line Drills – Ci 5 March 2021
In this Coaches Insider Top 5 Video, we feature 5 D-Line Drills from our Football Coaches Insider +Plus Library. To watch more in-depth explanations of each drill, click on the links below: #5 Fit Drill […]
Play Recognition with Nick Saban – University of Alabama
Play recognition is still the key on defense. What Alabama does on defense is to coach the players to do certain things and then look at the film to see if it was accomplished. Coach […]
Teaching Leadership: This Is What Most Coaches Do with Joseph Hoedel – Character Development & Leadership
Watch as Joseph Hoedel explains the different methods and approaches that coaches use to teach leadership to their athletes. He will discuss in detail eight approaches but realizes there are many more. The objective is […]