Patience Step Press Man Tutorial

This post is overdue but here it is. I posted a press man video on my Instagram account @alleyesdbcamp with my athletes using a patience step and it triggered quite a few comments, DM’s and questions so it makes sense for me to explain this for my members.

In the video at the end of this post, I talk in depth about how I use the patience step. This includes how to line up, which foot to step with, what happens after the step and how it is used in relation to the defense. I talk about these things along with some other aspects of the technique.

It has been a pretty strong technique for those corners that don’t like staying still at the line and being patient waiting for the wide receiver to commit. You can use this instead of a soft press technique which can be too passive at times and allow defensive backs to get eaten up and routed up. It’s a way for a corner to be in motion at the snap of the ball without giving up too much space to the receiver.

I cover quite a bit in this video but as always, if you have questions or comments feel free to reach out to me via email at: cwilson@alleyesdbcamp.com – Thank you for being a member!

• Author
• Recent Posts

alleyesdbcamp

Owner at All Eyes DB Camp

Chad Wilson is the founder of All Eyes DB Camp and a former standout defensive back for the Miami Hurricanes. After an elite collegiate career, Wilson spent a season with the Seattle Seahawks before transitioning into coaching. A 3-time Florida state champion defensive coordinator, he has spent over 20 years developing the "All Eyes" blueprint that has produced NFL All-Pros and stars like Xavien Howard, Patrick Surtain II, Tyson Campbell, Minkah Fitzpatrick and more. His coaching system is proven at the highest levels—his own sons, Quincy and Marco Wilson, both excelled as starters in the SEC before being drafted into the NFL.

Chad is the author of "101 DB Tips"—The Ultimate DB Reference Guide. You can find more information on the manual and how to order your copy in the sidebar and footer of this page.

Latest posts by alleyesdbcamp (see all)

• The Alien Era: How Defensive Backs Can Win vs Athletic Tight Ends - March 4, 2026
• These 4 Drills Will Drastically Improve Your Off Man Coverage - February 25, 2026
• How Elite DBs Read Route Concepts Before the Snap - February 25, 2026