Practice

Fast and Focused – Uptempo Practices for Huddle Teams

When you think of uptempo football, images of fast-paced, no-huddle offenses immediately come to mind. But Ryan Fleetwood, the offensive coordinator at Salisbury University, has found a unique approach to incorporating uptempo practices into a team that still huddles during games. His philosophy balances the best of both worlds: practicing at breakneck speed while maintaining…

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100 Hours to Kickoff – A Teaching Progression

It’s easy to point to a failed play and attribute it to a flawed scheme. But for Coach Colin Duling, offensive coordinator at Bethel University, the realization came that the issue wasn’t in the playbook—it was in the execution. After reviewing film from several games and seeing his team consistently fall just short of making…

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Getting More Out of Your Scout Teams

Scout teams are often the unsung heroes of a successful football program. They help prepare the first-string players for the real action on game day, simulating the opposition’s tactics and testing your starters. But let’s face it – scout teams are tough to manage. Players on these teams don’t see a lot of playing time,…

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Coach and Coordinator Podcast Transcripts: Teach Tapes with Steve Hauser (Week 4): It’s All About the Ball

Coach Hauser showcased many drills deployed by NFL coaches to practice ball security and takeaways.

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No Sweat Thursday and Fast Friday

Made popular by UCLA Head Coach Chip Kelly, No Sweat Thursdays and Fast Fridays are being used more and more by teams looking to optimize gameday performance.

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