Offensive Line Drive Block Footwork Drill

Purpose

To perfect the first step to block a man straight across from you.

Description

  1. Linemen are in ready position:
    • 2 point stance arms on knees/thighs
    • hands build loose fists that touch touch each other
    • the back is flat and
    • the is head up.
  2. On coaches call they will snap into their stance
  3. on a given cadence the players explode from their stance and freeze after their first step

Coaching Points

  • power step 6-8″
  • stay low
  • chest on thigh
  • ready to deliver blow

Equipment

  • none