blog The “Portal Proof” DB: What College Scouts are Actually Looking For in 2026 February 10, 2026 alleyesdbcamp The recruiting landscape has shifted beneath the feet of every high school athlete in the country. We are living in the era of the Transfer Portal and NIL, which means…
7on7 blog Coaching 7on7 Quick Survival Guide for DBs and Coaches February 3, 2026 alleyesdbcamp 7-on-7 season is officially here, and for a defensive back, it can be the most frustrating time of the year. You’re playing in a “pass-happy” environment with no pass rush…
blog Coaching DB Drill Progression: Structuring a Defensive Back Practice for Maximum Impact October 15, 2025 alleyesdbcamp As defensive back coaches, we all know the mantra: “Fundamentals, fundamentals, fundamentals.” But how do you actually build a practice that effectively teaches, refines, and then tests those fundamentals in…
blog DB Education How DBs Can Watch Football to Up Their IQ October 9, 2025 alleyesdbcamp Football is watched by millions of fans every week. Some fans are checking on their bets, tracking their fantasy points, or simply rooting for their team. Others are watching purely…
blog db tips The DB’s Guide to Continuous In-Season Improvement October 2, 2025 alleyesdbcamp The 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…
blog db tips 3 Key Things to Remember in Press Coverage August 13, 2025 alleyesdbcamp As human beings, we tend to complicate things. It’s in our nature to believe things can’t be that simple, or to overanalyze in search of an edge. When you’re on…
blog Coaching Teaching Leverage and Alignment Across Multiple Coverages: A Blueprint for DB Coaches June 4, 2025 alleyesdbcamp One of the most overlooked, yet critical, components of elite defensive back play is understanding and executing proper leverage and alignment. Without it, even the most athletic DBs will consistently…
blog db tips Top 5 Drills Every Safety Should Be Doing Weekly May 28, 2025 alleyesdbcamp The safety position is one of the most demanding on the field. You’re expected to tackle like a linebacker, cover like a corner, and think like a quarterback. That’s why…
blog DB Education How NFL Draft Evaluations Can Help You Improve Your Game as a DB April 23, 2025 alleyesdbcamp Every year, NFL teams invest millions into evaluating college defensive backs ahead of the draft. They analyze film, interview players, review testing numbers, and dig deep into football IQ and…
blog Cover Tips How to Read a Wide Receiver’s Body Language to Anticipate Routes April 2, 2025 alleyesdbcamp One of the biggest advantages a defensive back can have is the ability to read a wide receiver’s body language. Being able to anticipate where the receiver is going before…
