Watch as Coach Pat Narduzzi discusses how to coach a team by focusing on the players as people rather than just as players in a game. He explains that his program teaches players and emphasizes […]
Pitt Linebacker Play with Ryan Manalac – Univ. of Pittsburgh
Watch as Coach Ryan Manalac discusses how to coach linebackers and how he has made one of the most aggressive defenses in the country. In the last three years, his team has been first in […]
Special Teams – “Why We Do What We Do” with Andre Powell – Univ. of Pittsburgh
Watch as Coach Andre Powell discusses the why behind what he does as a coach involved in special teams. He states the rhyme and reason behind why they run the kickoff return that they run […]
Pursuit Drills with Adam Fuller – Florida State Univ.
Watch as Coach Adam Fuller discusses everyday things they emphasize, such as pursuit and takeaways. He teaches how to coach pursuit, how to emphasize it in practice, and what drills they use to create the […]
Special Teams Philosophy and Fundamentals with John Papuchis – Florida State Univ.
Watch as Coach John Papuchis discusses philosophy and a vision for special teams and some of the fundamental work that he has in their program. He defines special teams identity, as “our football team’s identity […]
QB Fundamentals with Mike Norvell – Florida State Univ.
Watch as Coach Mike Norvell goes over components of his program and highlights quarterback daily fundamentals. He says his program’s desired identity has four components; this is called ‘The Nole Way.’ These four components consist […]
Tackling Fundamentals with Scottie Hazelton – Michigan State Univ.
Watch as Coach Scottie Hazelton discusses tackling fundamentals: the different types of tackling, the drills, and how their goal is to be the best tackling team in college football. He discusses the three musts, which […]
Offensive Line Play with Kirk Ferentz – Univ. of Iowa
Watch as Coach Kirk Ferentz discusses offensive line play. He goes over run blocking, the run-blocking fundamentals, defender techniques, tite reach, etc. His closing remarks are that, as a coach, to him, it means knowing […]
Special Teams with LeVar Woods – Univ. of Iowa
Watch as Coach LeVar Woods discusses special teams. As an overview, he is going to talk about how they are a developmental program, the impact of special teams, punt return fundamentals, critical phases of punt […]
The Naked Game with Brian Ferentz – Univ. of Iowa
Watch as Coach Brian Ferentz discusses their naked gameplay. He goes through the philosophy of why they like to use the naked game, how they think it fits into what they’re doing, and how it […]
Oklahoma Offensive Identity, Philosophy, & Practice Plan with Jeff Lebby – Univ. of Oklahoma
Watch Coach Jeff Lebby explain his approach to developing successful quarterbacks and how he’s helped his team improve. He emphasizes the importance of a structured daily practice routine, focusing heavily on warm-ups. The session kicks […]
My 35 Years in Coaching and What I Have Learned with Ted Roof – Univ. of Oklahoma
Watch as Coach Ted Roof discusses life lessons he has learned throughout his 35 years of coaching. He advises to not neglect family, and that it is very important to find a balance. He says […]
Wake Forest RPO Series with Dave Clawson – Wake Forest Univ.
Watch as Coach Dave Clawson discusses the Wake Forest offense, their run-pass offense. He discusses the why and how behind it. They do it because they are always wanting to control the extra defender in […]
8 Principles of Pass Rush with Dave Cohen
Watch as Coach Dave Cohen, defensive line coach, discusses 8 principles of pass rush. He talks about alignment and how you should be wide but close enough to be able to be an inside threat. […]
Wide Receiver Indy Drills with Kevin Higgins – Wake Forest Univ.
Watch as Coach Kevin Higgins discusses drills and skills that are relevant to the wide receiver position. He says from a recruiting standpoint the things that they look for in good players are that they […]
Running Back Progression Plays with Kenni Burns – Univ. of Minnesota
Watch as Coach Kenni Burns discusses running back progression plays and how they teach at the University of Minnesota, which allows them to be successful. In this clinic, he will discuss running back expectations, the […]
Defensive Back Play with Danny Collins – Univ. of Minnesota
Watch as Coach Danny Collins discusses defensive back play. Throughout the presentation, he shows clips of footwork, and he breaks down the three levels on the field and how they use those levels to create […]
Route Running with PJ Fleck – Univ. of Minnesota
Watch as Coach PJ Fleck discusses wide receiver plays. He shares his insights on teaching receivers how to change direction effectively, focusing on techniques for both the upper and lower body. Coach Fleck emphasizes the […]
Tackling System and Situational Tackling Drills with Patrick Toney – Univ. of Florida
Watch as Coach Patrick Toney discusses the importance of understanding tackling and how to adapt your tackle in different situations. He lists how the situation may change, but the system does not, so you must […]
Run Philosophy and Drills with Rob Sale – Univ. of Florida
Watch as Coach Rob Sale discusses his run-game philosophy and the drills he utilizes to help with in-game performance. His philosophy is to finish, strain, anticipate the tearoff, chase the ball, and push the pile. […]
Florida’s Formula for Winning with Billy Napier – Univ. of Florida
Watch as Coach Billy Napier discusses the importance of making an impact on who the player is as a person, prioritizing the education component, and developing football players who can play at the highest level. […]
Teaching the Quick, Intermediate, and Downfield Play Action Pass with Lincoln Riley – USC
Watch as Coach Lincoln Riley discusses what he’s learned about play action passes. The first thing he goes over is to play fake timing, which is something they spend a lot of time using with […]
WR Routes Drills and Schemes with Dennis Simmons – Univ. of Southern California
Watch as Coach Dennis Simmons discusses how he has his team practice the way that they play through using certain WR routes, drills, and schemes. Individual drills he uses are the foot fire and changing […]
Strength and Conditioning: Relationships with Ryan Davis – Univ. of Maryland
Watch as Ryan Davis (Director of Football Strength and Conditioning at the University of Maryland) explains the importance of relationships as he discusses a couple methods he has found to be successful when trying to […]
Team Ball Security: Dolphin Drill with Malcolm Agnew – Sacramento State
Watch as Coach Malcolm Agnew discusses the Dolphin Drill, a team ball security drill that forces the ball carrier to focus on the five points of pressure.
Sideline Tackling with Don Brown – Univ. of Massachusetts Amherst
This sideline tackling drill can be run with or without pads. The drill works on change of direction, speed and tempo for the defender. The defender should keep good posture, explode the hips and hit […]
O-Line Pass Protection Hand Strike with Scott Wooster – Grand Valley State Univ.
Watch as Coach explains and demonstrates the offensive line pass protection hand strike. A big issue is a defensive lineman using a bull rush and it must be stopped with the initial strike. The offensive […]
Credibility Is Like a Bank Account with Dr. Greg Dale – Duke Univ.
Watch as Dr. Dale discusses how to establish credibility with athletes. Preparedness, empathy, and honesty are all keys to success. Dr. Dale also explains the importance of giving kids a purpose on the team. Like […]
Repeating Success
By: Wade Gilbert Originally Published in: Coaching Better Every Season Provided by: Human Kinetics Coaching Better Every Season – a lofty standard indeed, yet a very attainable one. The time-tested principles and strategies of quality […]
Building the SDSU Program with John Stiegelmeier – South Dakota State Univ.
Watch as Coach John Stiegelmeier talks about building the SDSU program. Coach gives tips on how to be a good teacher and coach as well as how to embellish your program.