Watch as Coach PJ Fleck explains that the process is an investment every single day. The process is about teaching lifetime lessons in a cultural way that players can relate to. Coach uses a humorous […]
Zone Blitz Coverages: Problems with 3 Under, 3 Deep with Joe Klanderman – North Dakota State Univ.
Watch as Coach Joe Klanderman discusses some problems with a 3 under, 3 deep scheme. Vertical routes and soft edge coverage creates challenges as well as the inability to add pressure.
Understanding Motivation and the Learning Process
By: Wade Gilbert Originally Published in: Coaching Better Every Season Provided by: Human Kinetics Effective coaches devote considerable time to identifying and creating training activities for their athletes. But even the most creative and engaging […]
Blitz Package from the 3-4 Defense
We are an undersized football team without many big body players. We do not have many defensive linemen in our program. The kids that are coming out for the team want to play defensive back or wide receiver. We are a spread, no-huddle…
My Program, Their Team with Matt Rhule – Univ. of Nebraska
Be honest with your team about the expectations you have for them! It is important that you do no assume your team will act a certain way unless you break it down for them. Building […]
Screens and Play Action Passing Game
By: Matt Wells – Utah State University Originally Published in: 2018 Nike Coach of the Year Clinic Manual – by Earl Browning Provided by: Nike Coach of the Year Thank you for that introduction. That […]
Linebacker Drills and Defensive Team Drills
Today, I am going to talk about a hodgepodge of topics. I want to talk about some linebacker drills, defensive team drills, and some of the things we do in film breakdown and scouting.
In our 4-4 scheme, our linebackers read the guards. We read…
Run Relief (RPO) A Level Tags with Matt Nally – Melissa HS (TX)
Watch as Coach Matt Nally explains a basic zone read scheme with a bubble or horizontal out for the QB that turns into a triple option.
Basics RPO Game
By: Matt Luke – University of Mississippi Thank you. It is good to be here today. When I got the job as interim head coach at Mississippi, I wanted advice as to what I should […]
Defense: Takeaway Pursuit Drill with BJ Campbell
Watch as Coach BJ Campbell discusses and shows clips of Montana Tech’s takeaway pursuit drill that simulates four types of takeaways. Teaching points are no blocking below the waist and no cheap shots on the […]
Three Keys to Success: Brand/Plan/Philosophy – Univ. of Nebraska
By: Matt Rhule – Baylor Univ. Originally Published in: Nike 2017 Coach of the Year Clinics – by Earl Browning Provided by: Nike Coach of the Year Thank you, it is a pleasure being […]
Defending the Onside Kick
Your opponent has just scored and is now behind by 8 points or less. They do not have enough time left in the game to kick off, stop your offense and force a punt. They must…
The Most Important Job in America
The “Keepers of the Game” panel from the 2018 Minnesota Football Coaches Association annual clinic have a message for all High School coaches.
Secondary: Why Split Coverage with Travis Johansen – Grand View Univ.
Watch as Coach Travis Johansen explains the advantages of split coverage in formation, identification for the safeties, and the ability to make in-game adjustments.
Coaching With an Appropriate Leadership Style
Coaching With an Appropriate Leadership Style By: Wade Gilbert Originally Published in: Coaching Better Every Season Provided by: Human Kinetics Leadership is generally defined as a process of influence. A coach’s leadership style, then, comprises […]
Loco Punt and Muddle Huddle Schemes
Why the loco punt? That is the first question I am asked about the punt.
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Coaching with Character: Johnny Square – CSU
Watch as Coach Johnny Square (Colorado St.) discusses the definition of character, “Who you are, No matter where you are, No matter who you are with” and explains the importance of coaching with character.
Passing Game: Numbers Read with Ben Blackmon – Spanish Fort HS (AL)
Watch as Coach Ben Blackmon discusses and shows diagrams of the numbers read with a 3 step/drop back passing concept emphasizing the rhythm throw with a hitch option.
New Study Reveals the Best Area to Aim for When Making a Tackle
The safest place to target a ball carrier when making a tackle? According to a new study from Trinity College Dublin, it’s the lower trunk. Bioengineers used a…
Dash 2 Plays in 1 with Matt Nally – Melissa HS (TX)
Watch as Coach Matt Nally explains the dash system involving a downhill run game with stretch concepts.
Ball Security Drills – Kirby Smart – Univ. of Georgia
Watch as Coach Kirby Smart discusses and shows clips of ball security drills that are relevant to both the offensive and defensive sides of the ball.
8 Positions to Lower Your 40-Yard-Dash Time
Some people around the game of football have called the 40-Yard Dash the “ultimate evaluation of potential.” Lucrative contracts can be made or lost…
3 Point Explosion (6 Technique) – Ed Orgeron – (Retired) Louisiana State Univ.
Watch as Ed Orgeron discusses the importance of using your hips to generate explosion in the 6 technique.
Outside Zone with John Lilly – NFL Development Program
Watch as Coach John Lilly explains the intricacies of the outside zone.
High School Coach Pens Resignation Letter Explaining Demands of Coaching
While the six-figure salaries and monster stipends of head high school football coaches in states like Georgia and Texas make for some intriguing headlines…
Special Goal Line and Short Yardage Play – George DeLeone – Baylor Univ.
Watch as Coach George DeLeone explains and shows clips of this special goal line and short yardage play.
Defense – Man Coverages – Anthony Pratley
Watch as Coach Anthony Pratley explains and diagrams man coverages on the board.
Force More Turnovers with Ohio State Football’s ‘Match the Hand’ Defensive Drill
Turnovers change the complexion of a football game. Few teams force them like the Ohio State Buckeyes. After suffering a midseason loss to Iowa, the…
Jump Cut Drill with DeAndre Smith – Utah State Univ.
Watch as Coach DeAndre Smith explains and shows clips of this jump cut drill.
Defense: Elbow Punch Drill – BJ Campbell
Watch as BJ Campbell discusses and shows clips of this elbow punch turnover drill.