Winning the battle in the trenches is key. These 11 defensive lineman run play drills will help your team stop the run. Defensive lineman must win their individual battles using their strength, quickness and proper technique.
In the two video clips below you will see a total of 11 different run play drills designed to help your defensive linemen be more effective. In the first video you will see 7 different drills demonstrated. These 7 run play drills are designed to be taught in progression. Emphasis is placed on having a good base, hands at 1 and 11 and taking the blocker to the sky. The second clip contains demonstrations of 4 realistic block reaction drills. These drills use a tackle and tight end, and an defensive player in a shaded five technique. Blocks covered include the “Anti Base Block”, “Anti Reach Drill”, “Anti Scoop Drill”, and the “Anti Double Team Drill”
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7 Run Play Drills
4 Realistic Block Reaction Drills