Missouri Protection - Teaching Pass Blocking Fundamentals to Running Backs

by Brian Jones
Running Backs Coach • University of Missouri
American Football Monthly February 2016 Issue Online

Using the right technique, four protection drills will help your running backs protect the quarterback.

When we teach protection, there are a variety of drills that I use. I start with the base of the body, which are the feet, and I work my way up to the hands and the upper body. I start with the feet because that is where everything begins. A phrase I use a lot when coaching is get the right “Body Position.” I talk to running backs about blocking the defender with their feet....Login to Read More

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