Room for the Punt Returner

The goal of the vice technique is to flatten the forcer’s release and keep him from getting vertically down the field. Also, to make him stop his feet and force him to take as much time as possible to get down the field toward the returner. The player to the side of the release is involved in the “stun” phase and technique. The “stun” to the forcer must be physical. The “stun” technique is to attack like making a tackle but without wrapping or grabbing the opponent. The player opposite the release is involved in the “relationship” phase and technique and must work to achieve a “relationship” between his block and the ball. He then makes a timely and precise block to launch the returner. Safeties With Return to You Alignment - Place your outside foot on the inside foot of the forcer. Stance - Defend stance - align in a coiled and holstered position with your weight