In this session, Coach Morgan defines NDSU’s man coverage principles and shows video of several defensive back man technique drills and talks through the 4 types of releases and how they defend them. 4 Types […]
Fundamentals of QB Play and Base Concepts with Zach Lujan – South Dakota State Univ.
In this session, Coach Lujan shares his favorite quarterback drills and the fundamentals he emphasizes. Coach Lujan also explains how he simplifies read types for his young QBs and shows videos and diagrams of South […]
Building Culture: Boat Crew Leadership Program with Kevin Stein – Grand Island Northwest HS (NE)
In this session, Coach Stein shares the Boat Crew Leadership Program and the value that it provides to his school, his team, and his athletes. He also explains: How to improve communication between coaches, athletes, […]
Competing at a Small School in a Big Class with Seth McClain – Fremont HS (NE)
In this session, Coach McClain explains that his responsibility as a coach is to make sure his athletes believe in his vision. Steps to making your vision a reality include: Listen to your coaches. Delegate […]
Grizzly Football Mach 6 Offense: Simplify Your Offense to Go Fast with Steve Martin – Wichita Northwest (KS)
In this session, Coach Martin explains the importance of efficiency to allow your team to play fast. Coach’s keys for effective tempo are: Effective communication from the box. Have the next play ready. After the […]
Building a Program and Changing a Culture with Hayden DeLano – Cross County HS (NE)
In this session, Coach DeLano shares his tips for building a successful program and changing a culture. Intentions vs. Intentional Emulate Don’t Imitate Get Your Athletes To Believe in Your Vision.
Shotgun Buck Sweep and Complementary Plays with Chad Fox – Wahoo HS (NE)
In this session, Coach Fox emphasizes how important the Run Buck Sweep is to his team’s offense and explains why they run it: They are a run first team. Complements his player’s strengths. Buck Sweep […]
The Development of YOU and YOUR Football Program with John Stiegelmeier – South Dakota State Univ.
In this session, Coach discusses how to prepare, grow, and develop as a football coach. In today’s football, teaching is the key and coaches must strive to be better teachers. He recommends that you should […]
Chalk War Session with Michael Huffman – Bellevue West HS (NE) and Reed Manstedt – Waverly HS (NE)
In this session, Coach Huffman and Coach Manstedt discuss their defensive philosophies and strategies and use the whiteboard to explain player responsibilities and schemes for various offensive plays.
3-4 Defense: Cover 0 and Palms with Reed Manstedt – Waverly HS (NE)
In this session, Coach Manstedt shares his defensive philosophy and explains why they run Cover 0 and Palms. Great against offenses who want to attack your defense with the quick game. Allows for easy exchanges […]
QB Decision Making in an RPO Offense with Guy Rosenberg – Elkhorn South HS (NE)
In this session, Coach Rosenberg shares his offensive philosophy and explains the advantages of RPO. The ball is out of the QB’s hand quickly which helps avoid sacks. Completion percentage is high. Small chance of […]
Spread Passing Game: Shots and Wrinkles with Michael Huffman – Bellevue West HS (NE)
In this session, Coach Huffman states that his #1 offensive goal is to be balanced but his passion is the passing game, and he wants to be aggressive and have some fun. The goal is […]
Linebackers: Turn the Cut Drill with Mike Siravo – Minnesota Vikings
Do your players struggle to get around a cut block? Watch as Coach Mike Siravo discusses this turn the cut drill that teaches athletes to engage the cut blocker before turning their eyes to the […]
Team Moms with Jeff Herron (Retired)
Do you have a mother’s huddle meeting or team moms? Watch as retired Coach Jeff Herron discusses the benefits of having a team mom involved in your program.
Defensive Line Teaching Progression with Ed Orgeron – (Retired) Louisiana State Univ.
What is the most important skill for a defensive lineman? Watch Coach Ed Orgeron discuss 9 topics that they cover at LSU and the importance of having a teaching progression.
Pull and Play to Attack the QB with Drew Sanders – Vandegrift HS (TX)
Watch as Coach diagrams and shows a video clip of the pull and play pass rush technique. This is used versus Bob (big on big) pass protection in which a defensive lineman will pull an […]
Offensive Line Pass Protection Disadvantage Drill with Steve Loney – Former NFL Coach
Watch as Coach explains, and players demonstrate this offensive line pass protection disadvantage drill. The offensive lineman needs to understand what to do if the pass rusher is getting past him. The drill sets up […]
Character – Facing the Tests
Provided by: Raise Your Game Facing the Tests Character is about acting on your values. You might think you have character but believe that in the business world it has to be tucked away, that […]
Athletes Have Three Needs with Matt Entz – North Dakota State Univ.
Watch as Coach Matt Entz discusses three needs of every athlete regardless of their background: 1.) Someone to believe in them, 2.) Belief in a system, and 3.) Belong to a community.
Offensive Line: Inside Zone 6-Point Explosion and Lift Drill with Brian Frana
Would you like your offensive line to be more explosive with their hips and hands? Coach Brian Frana discusses this inside zone 6-point explosion sled drill and what common mistakes you should be trying to […]
6 Basics of Secondary Play with Lavell Jackson – Minnesota State Univ., Mankato
Watch as Coach explains the 6 basics that are the fundamental foundation of defensive play at MN State University. Coach reviews each of the 6 basics in detail.
The Big Four Core Exercises and Their Modifications
By: Jeff Hurd and Nathaniel D.M. Jenkins Originally Published in: Strength for Football Provided by: Human Kinetics The summary of the position-specific requirements is further verification of the need for strength- and power-based resistance training […]
The Whys and Hows of Defense with Joe Rossi – Univ. of Minnesota
Watch as Coach explains that defense starts with the why and not the what. The Why centers on ‘Purpose 3’ which is: 1) stop the run, 2) eliminate big plays and 3) create turnovers. The […]
Fake Punt Reverse (Run and Pass) with Gary Roberts
Watch as Coach explains the fake punt reverse with both run and pass options. He reviews the rules for each position on the punt team.
Six Team Drills
By: Jeff Neal – Cincinnati Saint Xavier High School (OH) Originally Published in: 2019 Nike Coach of the Year Clinic Manual – by Earl Browning Provided by: Nike Coach of the Year Thank you. It […]
Look Good, Play Good with Matt Rhule – Univ. of Nebraska
Watch as Coach Matt Rhule discusses why coaches need to be good at marketing their brand and their athletes in order to create buy-in for their program.
Why the Bubble? with Derek Pennington – Zeeland East HS (MI)
Watch as Coach explains that the bubble screen not only enhances the short pass game but is an extension and protector of the run game. Coach explains six steps that cover his philosophy of the […]
Don’t Get Bored Running Your Offense with Jeff Herron (Retired)
Watch as Coach Jeff Herron discusses the importance of finding an offense that you and your athletes are not going to get bored of running day in and day out.
Tackling: Running Your Feet on Contact with Cesar Rivas-Sandoval – Retired
Watch as Coach Cesar Rivas-Sandoval discusses this angle tackling drill that has a single focus: to keep your feet moving on contact and drive for five.
Punt Return: Accelerate Through the Block with Ben Larson – UCF
Watch as Coach Ben Larson discusses his process for teaching punt blocking and explains the importance of accelerating through the block.