Category: Football

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Football: Strength and Speed

Strength and speed are the two most precious attributes a football player can possess. Ideally, exceptional athletes have a great balance of both, but usually

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Power of the 4-3

Every defensive scheme has its strengths and weaknesses. The base 4-3, with four down lineman and three linebackers, is standard against stopping the run on

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The Line of Scrimmage War

The game of football begins and ends at the line of scrimmage. Whoever consistently wins the battle in the trenches will likely determine the victor

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Football

Top Five Wide Receivers for 2017

Playing wide receiver in the NFL can seem like a challenging task, yet these game-stopping athletes make it look like a walk in the park. They

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Football

Running Back IQ

So you want to become a running back? Do you have good footwork and agility? How about your speed, size and strength? Although these basic

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Football

Cover Two Zone Defense

For the past three years, the Denver Broncos have been one of my favorite teams to watch on defense, especially when they run the cover

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Football

When To Use The Cover Three

Cover Three Zone is a standard defense used on the high school, collegiate and professional level. This defense provides balance for stopping the run and

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Football

Stopping the Blitz

One of the most potent weapons that a defense can use is the blitz. Defenders attacking from the edge and through the gaps can cause

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Football

Blocking: A Lost Art

I love all types of blocking: crack backs by receivers, wedge blocking on special teams, stock blocking on the outside, traps and chop blocks (cuts)

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Defending the No Huddle

An offense that can execute the no huddle system effectively is a nightmare for any defense. If you’re competing against a team that runs the

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