Purpose
The Offensive Line Buck Sweep Drills work on the proper pulling techniques for playside and backside Guard for the sweep play.
Description & Coaching Points
Playside Guard
- 1st step is a 45° pull step towards the 1st cone (get depth immediately)
- 2nd step continue at a 45° route reading the wing’s butt
- Level off at 2 ½ yards at 4th step (clear the cone)
- Pick up force defender
- Work back up to the LOS to get inside out on the defender
- Finish off with running shoulder block with head up field
Backside Guard
- 1st step is flat along the LOS (stop at 90°)
- Stay LOW!!!
- Stop any dangerous penetration; allow no one to threaten
- Get about 1 to 1 ½ yards depth
- Turn up field at 1st opening after playside Tackle
- Look inside and seal; keep head to the outside
Equipment
- Cones
- Linestrip
- Shields or
- Bags