Coaching the Quarterback Position
By Brian Caler
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What must a Quarterback be able to do?
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A Quarterback must be able to
Be a Coach on the field Skillfully lead the Offense Control the L.O.S. Cleanly offer the ball to the Running Backs Distinguish between Man & Zone Coverage Know the weaknesses of each Defense Demonstrate consistent throwing mechanics
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Finding the right Player
What to look for in a Quarterback
Leadership Abilities Athletic Ability Natural Throwing Motion Confidence Mental Toughness Intelligence Dependability
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What we as Coaches must do
Teach the player the game Teach the player the Offense Teach the player the different types of Defenses Teach the player the fundamentals of the position
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Different Types of Quarterbacks 1. Pocket Passer
4. Athletic Passer
7. Running Quarterback
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Position Specific Fundamentals
Hand Placement and Stance Receiving the Snap Giving a Hand Off/Ball Handling Throwing Grip Drop Mechanics Throwing Mechanics
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Hand Placement and Stance
With the throwing hand on top, thumbs together, place the top hand under the backside of the center. Knees flexed with a slight bend at the waist, back is flat, stand tall
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Receiving the Snap
Pull the ball into your belly (seat the ball)
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Giving a Hand Off/Ball Handling
Belly to belly, belt to belt See the ball in with the eyes Keep the off hand tight against the body (play the guitar)
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Throwing Grip
Grip the ball with the finger tips not the hand Leave space between the ball and hand, do not palm the ball
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Drop Mechanics
Protect the ball by keeping two hands on it at all times Keep the eyes down field Dip the front shoulder to assure proper weight transfer Stand tall upon set up Feel the pressure do not look at where it is coming from
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Throwing Mechanics
Ball Placement Open, Close the Door High Release Snap the Wrist Follow Through
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Ball Placement
Ball should be held at about shoulder level Keep two hands on the ball at all times
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Open, Close the Door
This is the first step to executing the throwing motion As the player steps he opens the hips and chest, during weight transfer and follow through he is closing the hips and chest
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High Release
Ball should stay high and come over the top of the arm and shoulder
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Snap the Wrist
As the player releases the ball off the index finger, he should snap the wrist allowing him to follow through with thumb down
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Follow Through
Thumb down, finish with the thumb to the opposite pocket
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The Throwing Motion
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Executing the 3 Step Drop
Make a pre-snap read (best look side) 1 big distance step eyes down field 2 little gather steps eyes to pre-snap read side Trying to reach a depth of 5 yards Ball should be thrown in approximately 2.2 seconds or less
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Executing the 5 Step Drop
Pre-snap choose the best look side 3 big distance step eyes down field 2 little gather steps eyes to chosen best look side Hitch back up into the pocket Trying to reach a depth of 7 yards Ball should be thrown in approximately 2.5 to 3 seconds
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Throwing on the Run
Should maintain good ball placement Keep two hands on the ball Shorten the steps as you get ready to throw Turn at the waist and get the shoulders in line with the target Follow through by running through the target
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Position Specific Drill Work
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Practicing the Follow Through
Kneeling Throw
Left knee down Both knees down Right knee down
Feet Parallel Drill
Face forward Face right Face left
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Accuracy Drill
Working On Accuracy
Face Shot = 2 Points Chest Shot = 1 Point Play to ten, loser does push ups
Trajectory Pass
15 yards = 1 Ball 25 yards = 2 Balls 35 yards = 3 Balls
Lights Out Drill
Pre-Pass stance, eyes closed Position a WR in a different location every time On command the QB should open his eyes and find the WR, get aligned, set his feet, and make a strong accurate throw.
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Practicing the Drop & Set Up
Turn and Run Drill
Take a normal under C stance take a continuous drop The drop should be a full sprint, while maintaining good Ball Placement keep the eyes down field
Turn and Run, Set Up Drill
Take a normal under C stance take a continuous drop The drop should be a full sprint, while maintaining good ball placement keep the eyes down field On command the QB should then plant his foot and set up, while trying to keep from falling off balance
Drop and Delivery Drill
3 step 1 big, 2 little gather 5 step 3 big, 2 little gather
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Practicing Throwing on the Run
Opposite Foot Drill
Stand with your trail foot forward about heel to toe relation, role up onto the toes as you release the ball
Normal Foot Drill
Stand with your lead foot forward about heel to toe relation, role up onto the toes as you release the ball
Down the Line
10 15 yards apart running across the field, turn the upper body at the waist and shorten the steps as you get ready to throw, role up onto the toes as you release the ball
Sprint Out Drill
Open to the sprint out side, aiming for a depth of 7 yards, turn at the waist, shorten the steps, role up onto the toes as you release the ball, follow through by running through the target
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Practicing Pocket Awareness & Movement
Wave Drill Rt, Lt, Up, Back, Diagonal
Short choppy steps, keep ball loaded, maintain good pre-pass stance
Progression Feet
5 step drop, upon set the coach calls out Rt, Lt, middle, the QB should shift his feet in the called direction and maintain a good Pre-Pass stance until told to throw
Pocket Bags/Cones
Lie 3 bags or 3 rows of cones down, QB should start from and maintain the Pre-Pass stance, Coach calls out forwards, backwards, zigzag, and throw
Escape Drill
5 step drop, avoid the rush by escaping the pocket, back door, front door, or up and out. Keep good ball placement as you escape the pocket, so you will be able to throw at any time.
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Making the Different Throws
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The Basics of Reading Coverages
Locate each Secondary Player
Free Safety Strong Safety Corner Backs
Alignment of the Safeties
2 High or Single High On the Hash or middle of formation
Alignment of the Corners
Depth and Technique Off or Press Inside or outside leverage Looking in at the QB or fixed on the WR
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Group Activity
Where are the weaknesses of each?
Cover 0 Cover 1 Cover 2 Cover 2 man Cover 3 Cover 4 Q-Q-H
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Coaching Points in Review
Teach your player the game Teach your player the Offense Teach your player the different types of Defenses Teach your player the fundamentals of the position Teach your player why it is important to protect the Football Teach your player how to make the different throws Teach your player how to distinguish between man and zone coverages
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Questions
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