Inside the Session: Working Catch Technique with Pros

Catch technique is one of my favorite techniques for defensive backs which is kind of strange considering that when I was introduced to it,  I totally hated it.  More on that story at a later date.  Anyway,  the video I have posted below is from a session I had way back in 2020 during the pandemic.  In the video,  I am working with a group that included a number of professional and college defensive backs.

In the video,  I am working our catch technique drill but in this particular case I used some visuals for the DBs doing the drill.  I placed a pair of cones behind the DBs just to show them how they need to widen the release of the receiver to change the shape of the route,  the angle of the throw and give themselves a better chance to win on the rep.

I did not do a voice over on this video.  This is just the raw video and audio from the segment in the session.  Make sure your volume is up because I was not wearing a mic during the session so it may or may not be easy to hear everything I am saying.  However,  the audio is clear on the key points I was making to both of the guys (Kenny Moore Indianapolis Colts and Marco Wilson Arizona Cardinals) about the idea + execution when we are using catch technique.

As always,  if you have any questions,  feel free to reach out to me via email at: cwilson@alleyesdbcamp.com – Thank you for being a member.

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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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