DB Drills | Pedal & Kick Press Man Drill

While I’m an advocate of controlling your space and getting hands on a WR as soon as possible in press man,  especially if he’s coming right at you,  sometimes there is a good amount of space between you and the WR at the line of scrimmage so we may need to alter our technique.

In this video,  I discuss how to effectively execute soft man press while still being aggressive.  This drill shows you how.  We are pedaling out (soft press),  however,  we are still being aggressive by using our kick slide and a stiff punch when the WR meets our space.

Even if you are pedaling out,  at some point,  the WR will enter your space and this drill shows you how to obstruct him and disrupt his route.  One of my favorite drills in teaching soft press.  Take notes!

If you have any questions or feedback on this drill or my member’s area in general,  feel free to email me at: 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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