AEDB Breakdown: Calvin Ridley vs. Michigan St. DB

AEDB Breakdown: Calvin Ridley vs. Michigan St. DB

By: Chad Wilson – All Eyes DB Camp

Sometimes safeties have to cover 1-on-1 and it can be a scary thought.  However,  with the use of basic footwork and hip turns,  we can make it less of a catastrophic event.

In this All Eyes DB Camp Breakdown video above,  I take a look at the mistakes made by a Michigan St. safety that was given the task of covering All American WR Calvin Ridley in the slot in a college football playoff game three seasons ago.  The result was a touchdown but it could have been avoided.

Between fear and the inefficient use of a back pedal,  hip turn and leverage,  it became a disaster.  Now granted,  it was a tough situation for the safety be in but there were definitely things that could have been done to help himself.

There’s a lot for you to learn in this video.  Weaving in your pedal,  using your hip flips and shuffling are all basic footwork that can help you stick to WRs better all over the field.

Any feedback,  feel free to reach out to me via email: cwilson@alleyesdbcamp.com

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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.

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