Post Views: 2,111 One of the biggest issues I see when I work with defensive backs is a lack of lateral movement. It’s understandable since the position requires a lot of unnatural moves. In particular, young defensive backs struggle when it’s time to move left or right against a wide receiver that is trying to run their route. This inability leads to the defensive back making moves during their press reps that lead to failure. Point-blank, the wide receiver is trying to manipulate the defensive back both at the line of scrimmage and down the field as they run their route. If the back does not possess the skill to remain square as long as possible, they will often fail in their attempt to cover the receiver. Currently, in my members area, I have explained a drill that will 100% improve a defensive back’s lateral movement when they are in press man coverage. This skill will dramatically improve a defensive back’s outcome in press man coverage. If you are interested in improving your press man skills right now, it’s in your best interest to see this video and join the All Eyes DB Camp members area. Click here now for more information on the All Eyes DB Camp members area and to sign up. 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:Check Your Depth in Your Press Man RepsThese 3 Things Are Killing Your Off Man RepsThis Undertrained Skill by DBs is Costing Them BigHow to Improve Your Open-Field Tackling as a Safety Post navigation Speed up Your Kick with This Drill If You Aren’t Play Cover 2 Like This…. Then Consider It.
