For over 10 years, I had the opportunity to work with University of Kentucky coach Hal Mumme. I was his offensive coordinator at Iowa Wesleyan, Valdosta State and UK, and we were fortunate enough to enjoy some tremendous success. Mumme is as committed to moving the football through the air as any coach I have ever known, and, needless to say, I learned a great deal from him. Since we were going to commit to the passing game, we created an offensive practice plan around developing the skills required to throw and catch the ball. These drills allow for high repetitions and maximum teaching opportunities in a structured learning environment. I now have the chance to utilize these drills and techniques at the University of Oklahoma, where Bob Stoops has hired me to run the Sooner offense. I am convinced that the practice plans utilizing the passing game drills for the QB, WR, TE, RB and OL
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