O-Line Strain Drill
- The strain drill begins with the offensive lineman in a proper fit position with elbows bent.
- All drills should start with the offensive lineman's feet on fire rather than from a static position.
- On the ready command, the player's feet must move, and on the go command, the hips should be the first thing to activate the drive movement.
- During the drill, the defensive player maintains outside leverage on the shoulder pads and attempts to pull the lineman off the line.
- Offensive linemen must focus on maintaining fast feet, staying square, and keeping a strong position with their elbows squeezed.
- This drill is designed to train players for the finish phase of blocking a defensive lineman or for second-level strikes on linebackers.
Billy Best, Former O-Line Coach/Run Game Coordinator, Colorado St. @BillyBestOL
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Keith Carter - OL, Minnesota Vikings
Nothing fancy.
Just reps.
45° towel drill.
First two steps — bang bang.
Gain ground.
Front side and backside.
Believe in it. Drill it daily.