3 Things You Can’t Ignore When Playing Press Man Coverage
By: Chad Wilson Owner: All Eyes DB Camp Nowadays, playing press man coverage is a must for cornerbacks at virtually all levels. Being good at press involves some athletic attributes that are key, however, it is your mental approach that will bring you the most success. In this...
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Mastering the Art of Man Coverage
As a defensive back, excelling in man coverage requires a combination of athleticism, technique, and football IQ. In this guide, I will break down the essential elements of playing man coverage effectively. Some of these things are very basic but they bear repeatin...
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How to Lock On in Man Coverage
If you are going to be an effective cornerback at your level or even a quality nickel back, at some point you are going to have to be able to play some form of press coverage. A big part of being good at it is going to be your ability to stay with the route &hellip...
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Help Defensive Backs Avoid These 5 Common Mistakes
Defensive backs play a critical role in a football team’s defense, but like any other position, they are susceptible to making mistakes. Recognizing and addressing these common errors can help defensive backs improve their performance on the field. In this blog post, we ...
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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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3 Big Mistakes You Are Making in Press Coverage
It’s that time of year again known as camp season. Time to line up and take 1-on-1 rep after 1-on-1 rep. There’s nothing like winning in those situations and if you want to do it consistently, you’re going to have to avoid these three big mistakes . Shi...
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4 Things Every Press Man Corner Needs to Be Elite
Playing press corner is a demanding job. We are all aware of the kind of athleticism the position requires but what are some of the less notable requirements that one needs to excel? IN this article we will talk about exactly what those attributes are and how they ...
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3 Things You Need to Do to Improve Your Off Man Coverage
Press man has been the rage for about two decades now. Talk to a young cornerback and he’ll tell you that if you don’t play press man as a cornerback then you are faker than a $2 bill. Ask any cornerback with some experience though and he’ll tell you a ...
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