D-Backs: Playing with Low Pad Level
by Jeff KoonzSecondary Coach, Iowa State University
One of the most important fundamental concepts that we stress in the secondary at Iowa State University is playing with low pad level. We believe as a staff that this improves the capabilities of our players in two ways. First, low pad level allows us to have phenomenal power when striking a ball carrier or when disengaging from a blocker. Second, it allows for quicker cuts and breaks, especially within the secondary.I have had the opportunity to work with both the linebackers as well...Login to Read More