The Drills Report: Washington Linebacker Drills
by Chris TormeyLinebackers Coach, University of Washington
We spend more time on block protection and tackling than any other skill sets we teach. Tackling is still best learned in team situations in practice. Getting in a proper tackling position in practice is the best way to simulate the live situations that come up in the game. The coaching points we emphasize in tackling are:1. Eyes up and in front.
2. Bend the ankles, knees, and hips.
3. Time up the hit and explode on contact – hit through the runner.
4. Club with t...Login to Read More