Coaching Running Back Reads in the Inside Zone Read
More and more teams are implementing zone schemes at all levels of football and for good reason. I have experienced great success at both the collegi…
Wide Receiver Techniques and Releases
Most people don’t realize all the fundamental things that go into a pass reception. I use the analogy of playing wide receiver to flying an airplane.…
Developing the Quarterback with a Macro and Micro Approach
There are many different ways to develop and teach quarterbacks. At Carson-Newman College, we approach the teaching and development of the quarterbac…
Defensive Line Setting the Tempo By Attacking and Reacting
My philosophy as a D-line coach is to be aggressive and stop the run. As a defensive lineman, your main job is to stop the run. By stopping the run,…
DRILLS FOR OUTSIDE LINEBACKERS IN TODAY’S 3-4 SCHEMES
To win consistently and develop championship level football teams requires outstanding play on the edge of your defense. Obviously, it’s not the only…
Position- Specific Metabolic Skills Tree Summer Conditioning
When it is time to condition – be specific! As coaches, we tend to harp on every little detail. “Run this route at exactly 10 yards” or “Roll your hi…
OFFENSIVE LINE THE LITTLE THINGS
There is no greater experience than coaching the offensive line. Nothing demands more attention to detail. From size and speed to techniques and move…
Why Character Counts
The Importance of Having Personal & Organizational Character Without question, character helps teams accomplish all that they are capable of accompli…
Letter From The Managing Editor
We all know that determining whether a high school or college quarterback will be successful at the next level is an inexact science. Besides the phy…