Defensive Backs: Techniques, Fundamentals, Tips and Drills (Part II)
by Randy AwreyHead Coach, Concordia University (Chicago)

In the December issue of AFM, we discussed tips for defensive backs, basic techniques, backpedaling techniques, and how to change direction. In this issue, we will discuss knowing the interception point, stripping the receiver, playing the ball, playing the blocker on a run play, secondary run support and contain, coverage support and pursuit angles.
INTERCEPTION POINT
After your defensive backs recognize each pattern, they must learn where the ball will usual