Spot drill
Purpose
- To teach and work on the QB going through the progression to find the open receiver.
Description
- Coach calls out specific pass play and coverage.
- Receivers position themselves on spots according to read progression.
- Coach designates open receiver.
- QB executes drop. Receivers indicate "open" or not with hands up or down.
- QB hits open receiver.
Variations:
- Use one route at a time for timing purposes.
- Use Safeties kick drill (mirrored routes).
- Use Defenders to determine open receivers.
Coaching Points
- Work eyes and feet together. Two hands on ball while waiting for open receiver. Emphasize proper footwork and timing.
Equipment
- Ball(s)

- Spot Throws
This Drill is contributed by © 2007 Fred Mariani, Head Coach at Iona College - The Iona College Gaels are playing in the NCAA I-AA Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference.



