Post Views: 3,467 This is a first in a series of drill videos that I’m going to be posting. I am doing this to have a library of drills available in the Members area to eventually put together workouts for guys that need them. By demand, some of you have been asking for DB workouts because you aren’t able to make it to sessions that I’m having down in South Florida. So for that reason, I am going to be posting drill videos and using them to reference when putting together DB workouts at some point later on. The first in the series of drills is backpedaling. Yes, that is the most basic of all defensive back drills but as I’m telling you in the video the devil is in the details. A lot of guys go out and do this drill or coaches run this drill in their practices and guys just go through the motions. This is the most essential skill for a defensive back (in my opinion) so you can’t just go through the motions. You must master it and do it better than anyone else. So make sure that you watch the video and listen to the things that I say in there. I also include a play made in a game using the back pedal that should convince you that it is a good weapon for a defensive back to have. The better that they can execute the backpedal, the more confidence they will have in it and it will lead to more plays being made on the ball because they are able to stay square. Feedback and questions are welcomed via email at: cwilson@alleyesdbcamp.com – Thank you for being a member. Author Recent Posts alleyesdbcampOwner at All Eyes DB CampChad 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 Related Posts:DB Drill Series: W Drill Back PedalDB Drill Series: Hip Flip DrillDB Drill Series: Weave N Stay SquareDB Drill Series: 180° Turns Post navigation 6 Ways to Boost Your Interception Total Now Know Your DB History: Darren Sharper
Closer feet in the pedal mean faster feet. When you widen your feet in the pedal, it makes your hips move from side to side thus slowing you down. You want your feet to land directly underneath you in your pedal. You don’t walk with your feet landing outside of your hips. Similarly you want your feet landing under your hips in your pedal. Log in to Reply
