July 26, 2011
There always seems to be a debate among coaches with regard to either teach the flipper (the crowther progression) or the three-prong punch in the running game. It is my belief that both techniques can coexist in any run blocking scheme with success if taught properly. I have divided this post into two parts. Part ...
July 25, 2011
The objective of the 2-man crowther fit and finish drill is to teach linemen all the components of a drive block from the fit to the finish. Fit And Finish drill Using The 2-Man Crowther Sled First, place two linemen in a good fit position, knees bent, and flat back, head tucked tight to the side ...
July 21, 2011
UPDATE: KEN WILMESHERR HAS GRACIOUSLY PROVIDED TWO OF HIS ACTUAL GRADING SHEETS. THEY ARE AVAILABLE FOR DOWNLOAD, FREE TO FOOTBALL COACH DAILY READERS. CLICK THE LINKS TO DOWNLOAD THE OFFENSIVE LINE GRADING SHEET AND THE OFFENSIVE LINE COMPOSITE GRADING SHEET. TO VIEW A KEY/LEGEND FOR THE GRADING SHEETS, VISIT THIS BLOG POST. Grading your offensive ...
July 21, 2011
Pass protection is perhaps an offensive lineman’s toughest challenge. Coaches must understand that offensive line play is an unnatural task, a skill that is acquired through many hours of hard work and dedication. To be an effective pass blocker, an offensive lineman must take pride and have the confidence in his ability to protect the ...