Get a Hold of Your Tackling Skills Defensive Backs
By: Chad Wilson IG: @alleyesdbcamp Tackling is an essential skill for any defensive back in football. Whether you’re a cornerback, safety, or nickelback, your ability to bring down the ball carrier is critical for the success of your defense. With so many defenses opting...
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4 Big Mistakes You Are Making in Zone Coverage
By: Chad Wilson IG: @alleyesdbcamp Wouldn’t it be nice if we could just line up in man coverage all the time without getting tired or having the offense do things to beat it? Of course, that would be simple but it’s not reality so every defense has to be able to ru...
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Mastering the Art: How to Read the Quarterback as a Safety in Football
Safeties serve as the last line of defense, responsible for safeguarding against deep passes and providing crucial support in various coverages. One of the key skills that sets great safeties apart is their ability to read the quarterback’s intentions. By studying the qu...
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Mastering the Art of Film Study: A Guide for Defensive Backs
Film study is a crucial aspect of success for any defensive back in football. It allows players to gain a competitive edge by understanding opponents’ tendencies, recognizing formations, and anticipating plays. In this blog post, we will explore the essential steps and s...
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How To Teach Press Man Coverage
Press man coverage is a very effective tool that defenses can use to neutralize some of the most potent passing attacks. Many feel that superior athletic ability is required to be effective in press man but that is not entirely true. The over arching thing that is ...
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Fix Your Eyes on More Interceptions with these 5 Techniques
In the realm of sports, the ability to maintain sharp eye discipline and unwavering focus is often the difference between success and mediocrity. Whether you’re an aspiring athlete or a seasoned competitor, honing your visual skills can significantly enhance your perform...
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How to Train for DB Speed in the Offseason
Enhancing Speed in the Offseason: Training Tips for Defensive Backs Speed is a vital attribute for defensive backs in football, enabling them to keep up with receivers, close gaps, and make crucial plays. To excel on the field, defensive backs must prioritize speed training du...
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7 Ways to Improve Your IQ as a Defensive Back
If there was one “skill” that I favored over others from a player when I was coaching it was intelligence. Your brain controls everything else on your body when you are on the field. What good is running fast if you don’t know where to go? W...
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7 Ways to Master Learning Your Defensive Playbook
The playbook is the foundation of a team’s defensive strategy and coordination on the field. Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or new to the game, learning your defensive playbook efficiently is essential for success. In this article, we will take a look at some of...
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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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The DB’s Guide to Continuous In-Season ImprovementOctober 2, 2025The off-season is over. You’ve put in the work, you’ve honed your strengths, and you feel ready to dominate. But for elite defensive backs, the work doesn’t stop once the season kicks off. In fact,...
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