Purpose

To teach O-lineman (especially Tackles) how to kick for depth and width, while maintaining their upright demeanor and deliver a punch, all at the same time.

Description

The offensive lineman will begin in a 3 point stance, facing the line of scrimmage.

There will be 3 defenders, holding shields, shoulder to shoulder, with their backs to the line of scrimmage.

On the coach’s command, the defenders will begin walking quickly or jogging (depending on the ability of the o-lineman).

The o-lineman must get out of his stance, get upright and kick to the first defender, deliver a punch on his landmark and continue kicking to the second defender, where he will kick and deliver a punch and so on to the third defender.

Coaching points

The offensive player must move his feet quickly and efficiently or he will not be able to reach all 3 defenders, who are continuously walking.

The defenders all move on the same sound and do not stop until they are punched.

The o-lineman should not reach across his body to deliver a punch; he must reach his landmark by moving his feet before he can punch the defender.

Equipment

• 4 players
• 3 shields