Understanding the Basics of Pass Defense
Understanding the fundamentals of pass coverage is essential for defensive backs at all levels of the game. In this article, we will explore the key concepts and techniques involved in pass coverage, including zone coverage, man-to-man coverage, matchup zones zone blitzes alon...
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3 Reasons Why Back Pedaling is Crucial to a DB’s Success
While there are various techniques and skills that a defensive back must possess to be successful, one of the most critical is backpedaling. Backpedaling is the technique of moving backward, often in a diagonal or lateral direction, while keeping your eyes on the ball and the ...
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3 Ways to Communicate Better as a DB
If there is one area where young defensive backs struggle, it’s in the area of communication. Unfortunately, communication is a big part of success in defensive back play. Sure it’s great to have speed, strength and technique but those are just individual att...
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Win With Nick Saban’s Pass Defense Principles
Nick Saban is widely regarded as one of the greatest football coaches of all time, and his success is due in no small part to his innovative defensive strategies. Saban is known for his emphasis on pass defense, and he has developed several philosophies that have become hallma...
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Know Your DB History: Darren Sharper
Darren Sharper is a former NFL safety who played for the Green Bay Packers, Minnesota Vikings, and New Orleans Saints over the course of his 14-year career. Born in Richmond, Virginia in 1975, Sharper attended Hermitage High School, where he excelled in both football and track...
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6 Ways to Boost Your Interception Total Now
If you play defensive back then you are definitely always looking for ways to get your hands on the football more and let’s be honest, by getting your hands on we mean interceptions. Some may think interceptions are about luck but since I don’t believe ...
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Basic Tackling Techniques for Defensive Backs
When playing defensive back, the first thing that comes to mind is covering the pass and not allowing wide receivers to catch the football. However, that is only one of the responsibilities that defensive backs are faced with as they play the game. Defensive ...
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3 Big Mistakes You Are Making in Press Coverage
It’s that time of year again known as camp season. Time to line up and take 1-on-1 rep after 1-on-1 rep. There’s nothing like winning in those situations and if you want to do it consistently, you’re going to have to avoid these three big mistakes . Shi...
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How to Play Safety in Football
Playing Defensive Back: Tips and Strategies for Cornerbacks and Safeties If you’re a football player or coach looking to improve your team’s defense, you need to focus on the defensive backfield. The defensive backs, or DBs, are the last line of defense and play a ...
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How to Play Cornerback in Football
Playing Defensive Back: Tips and Strategies for Cornerbacks If you’re a football player or coach looking to improve your team’s defense, you need to focus on the defensive backfield. The defensive backs, or DBs, are the last line of defense and play a crucial...
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