Chad Wilson
January 8, 2025
1. 101 DB Tips by Chad Wilson
Why It’s Great: A complete guide specifically for defensive backs, written by a seasoned coach and trainer. It covers stance, press technique, footwork, backpedal, alignment, and ball skills.
Where to Find It: 101 DB Tips
Who It’s For: High school, college players, and DB coaches.
2. Take Your Eye Off the Ball 2.0 by Pat Kirwan
- Why It’s Great: While not exclusively for DBs, this book enhances football IQ by breaking down the game’s complexities, including defensive strategies and schemes.
- Where to Find It: Amazon or online bookstores.
- Who It’s For: Players and coaches who want a deeper understanding of football.
3. The Art of Smart Football by Chris B. Brown
- Why It’s Great: Focuses on understanding offensive and defensive concepts, helping you anticipate plays and react better.
- Where to Find It: Amazon, Kindle.
- Who It’s For: DBs looking to improve football IQ and scheme recognition.
4. Football Skills & Drills by Tom Bass
- Why It’s Great: Covers the essential techniques for all positions, including defensive backs. It includes drills and skills for tackling, coverage, and ball skills.
- Where to Find It: Amazon or local online bookstores.
- Who It’s For: Players at any level.
5. Relentless: From Good to Great to Unstoppable by Tim Grover
- Why It’s Great: Focuses on mindset, which is critical for DBs who need confidence and resilience. Written by a legendary performance coach.
- Where to Find It: Amazon, Audible.
- Who It’s For: Athletes looking to develop mental toughness.
6. Gridiron Genius by Michael Lombardi
- Why It’s Great: Offers insights into building a winning mentality and understanding how great defenses operate, including DB play.
- Where to Find It: Amazon, Audible.
- Who It’s For: Players and coaches looking for strategic inspiration.
7. Building the Best DBs: A Coach’s Manual by Kenny Wilhite
- Why It’s Great: Offers step-by-step coaching techniques for defensive backs, focusing on fundamentals, drills, and situational awareness.
- Where to Find It: Online football coaching resources or Amazon.
- Who It’s For: Coaches and advanced players.
Bonus Resource: All Eyes DB Camp Member’s Area
Why It’s Great: Exclusive access to defensive back-specific training, tutorials, and drills tailored for DBs looking to excel.
Where to Find It: All Eyes DB Camp
Who It’s For: Players and coaches who want premium DB content.
Chad Wilson is the owner of All Eyes DB Camp and author of "101 DB Tips". He played college football at the University of Miami and briefly in the NFL for the Seattle Seahawks. Over his 15 year high school football coaching career, he tutored over a dozen Division I defensive backs and as a trainer has worked with NFL All Pros, first round draft picks, college football All Americans and Top 10 ranked high school football prospects.
