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.
Chad Wilson is the owner of All Eyes DB Camp and author of "101 DB Tips". He played college football at the University of Miami and briefly in the NFL for the Seattle Seahawks. Over his 15 year high school football coaching career, he tutored over a dozen Division I defensive backs and as a trainer has worked with NFL All Pros, first round draft picks, college football All Americans and Top 10 ranked high school football prospects.
