Defensive Line Development Bundle

 5 things in 5 Seconds

Success on the field can be determined within the first 5 seconds of a snap. 

The average play is 5 seconds long and you must accomplish these 5 things no matter what the call is, no matter what position you are in.

The “55” is universal. It is a Blue Devil’s mantra.  It is representative of not only how they attack the game, but life. It is one of the main pillars of David Cutcliff’s culture at Duke, and it is preached by his coaching staff and lived by his players.  

What are these 5 things that must happen every 5 second play? Here they are:

• Alignment- As a defensive player, generally the captain yells out adjustments and the remaining players align themselves accordingly and it's crucial to the play's success.

• Assignment- Each player has a designated assignment that they must obtain. Failing to do so can lead to the offense taking advantage of the let down.

• Effort- No play can be successful without effort. It's tremendously important to give everything you have on every down and every snap. 

• Execution- Successfully completing the top 3 will not only benefit the individual but the team as a whole. It leads to opportunities for teammates. Collapsing the pocket, making the QB scramble, force a bad throw etc. 

• Finish- Coaches preach about always finishing the play until the whistle blows. Make the tackle, get a sack, force a fumble, force an interception or incomplete pass. 

Among the “55 philosophy” there are many drills that can help your defense line execute the 5 things in 5 seconds. From blocking techniques to pass rush game film and Inside/outside reads. Introducing Benjamin Albert!

**DUKE DEFENSIVE LINE PLAY TRAINING**

In this course, Coach Benjamin Albert, defensive line coach of Duke University, goes in depth in the alignment, assignment, and defensive line drill he uses while he coaches. 

Simply click the ‘Book This Course’ button at the top right of this page and you’ll immediately be logged into the training with full access. You’ll hit the ground running and begin improving your defense line today!

Part of the Black Friday/Cyber Monday Position Coach School - DL Edition Bundle

D-Line fundamentals & Technique 

“A good defensive lineman has to be part buffalo and part ballet dancer.”

In order for that to happen, there must be two things in place: proper fundamentals and technique. Without the two you’ll have straight concrete poles as your defensive line. Incorporating the basics and techniques necessary to succeed will allow you to develop the buffalo that can stop the run and the ballet dancer who comes off the edge with athleticism and speed to beat the blocker and sack the quarterback.

What are the fundamentals & techniques for defensive linemen?

Practicing fundamentals like block destruction, tackling, identity and takeaways can greatly enhance a player's abilities to impact a game. The number one objective is to stop the run. Less than three yards a carry, that's the goal. 

Technique goes a long way. Starting from your launch/ gett off time to your ability to have proper use of hands and feet. A buffalo can explode off the line and make their opponent step back. A ballet dancer can maneuver off the edge with graceful footwork and fast hands.

It's important to create an identity and set a mentality for your line. You want violence out of your line, intimidate the opposing team. Swarm the opposition with relentless pursuit, collapse the pocket with ease. And most importantly, love what you do and do it as a group.

Introducing Corey Hetherman’s defensive line masterclass

**DEFENSIVE LINE FUNDAMENTALS & TECHNIQUE TRAINING**

In this course, James Madison University Defensive Coordinator and Defensive Line Coach Corey Hetherman goes in depth on their philosophy, fundamentals, get offs, block destruction, techniques, and double teams that has helped produce one of the best FCS defenses in the country. He discusses his use of the 4-2-5 attacking style defense and how it has been successful. 

Simply click the ‘Book This Course’ button at the top right of this page, place your order, and you’ll immediately be logged into the training with full access. You’ll hit the ground running and begin improving your defense line today!

Stop The Run

The trenches are the dirtiest and most brutal of all places on the football field. Football trenches are located along the line of scrimmage, in between the offensive and defensive linemen as they settle down in the three point stance. The trenches are where the game is fought, losing on the line can often lead to the opposing team taking advantage and exploiting the weakness. 

The defensive tackle is the most important person on the defensive line. Coaches build their strategies around stopping the run game. Defenders on the interior who punish the run not only make it difficult for the offense to gain momentum but also make it impossible to have an effective pass game. Having an elite defensive line is worth gold in the NFL. 

When you combine playmakers at the skill positions and powerful defensive linemen, you will see success. Take for example Aaron Donald and Ndamukong Suh or Super Bowl LVl. The Buccaneers dominated the line, leaving an offensive powerhouse like Kansas City scrambling to put numbers on the board.

To be successful, a defensive lineman needs to have these five characteristics: intelligence, toughness, work ethic, good character, and athletic ability. A team with five players who have all five of these characteristics will be difficult to beat. Introducing Antoine Smith.

**DEFENSIVE LINE: STOPPING THE RUN!!**

Current Temple assistant and former Detroit Lions Coach Antoine Smith teaches how to have a dominant defensive line. Breaking down the importance of stances and its different variations. This course demonstrates proper techniques in run game drills and block destruction. Everything you need to dominate in the trenches. 

Simply click the ‘Book This Course’ button at the top right of this page, place your order, and you’ll immediately be logged into the training with full access. You’ll hit the ground running and begin improving your defense today!

Part of the Black Friday/Cyber Monday Position Coach School - DL Edition Bundle

In this course, Satyen Bhakta, Assistant Linebacker and Defensive Line Coach of Cornell University,explains the defensive line "musts" and goes in depth on the drills and techniques he teaches to develop better run game and pass rush fundamentals.

Part of the Black Friday/Cyber Monday Position Coach School - DL Edition Bundle

Pass Rush 101

Pass rushing is an artform. Not everyone can do it, let alone do it effectively. As a pass rusher, your ability to win one-on-one situations and put pressure on your quarterback is one of the most important aspects of your game.

Pass rushers are typically smaller than offensive linemen, so going head to head with them places the defender in a precarious situation. However, pass rushers are often more athletic, and they rely on rapid acceleration, agility, and quickness to win reps.

Rushing the passer successfully requires players to incorporate basic fundamentals like getting off the line, flipping their hips, and finishing at the quarterback. 

Learning the ability to attack the offensive lineman in front of you is key. Exploding from the first step, forcing your offensive lineman to his heels, being flexible and mobile with speed, understanding when to throw your move, and being determined at point of attack are all areas to focus on when developing your game. In order for pass rushers to win, they must consider the technical aspects, such as maximizing leverage, positioning their feet, and using their arms efficiently.

Coach Chad Wilt has spent the last two decades teaching the defensive line and fundamentals with much success. He makes his knowledge accessible for the first time.

Introducing University of Minnesota's Defensive Line Coach Chad Wilt. 

**PASS RUSH FUNDAMENTAL TRAINING**

Coach Chad Wilt breaks down the 5 different components to the pass rush. Includes fundamentals, moves and drills to work on. Focusing on improving the pass rushing craft. He covers a variety of techniques involving moves, counter moves, twists, and answers questions that can help create a better pass rusher.

Simply click the ‘Book This Course’ button at the top right of this page, place your order, and you’ll immediately be logged into the training with full access. You’ll hit the ground running and begin improving your pass rush today!

Coach Dave Cohen talks to us about his base concepts and how he approaches the modern offense by implementing different defensive techniques. Everything you need to stop the run. 

Disruption is production

There is a saying in Football, disruption is production. 

Quarterbacks are the most important, they run the show. However, the second-most important person must be the guy who gets to the quarterback. Pass rushers have the ability to create a threat off the edge and punish the quarterback which changes the dynamics of the game. 

Edge rushers are highly valued because they possess the potential to stop drives by taking away today's most dangerous weapon: the passing game. They are amongst the most talented groups. Edge rushers are the cream of the crop. 

Pass rushers often collapse the pocket, forcing the quarterback to scramble and force a bad throw. A play where a QB takes a hard hit in the pocket while throwing downfield is likely to lead to a better result for the secondary. Because elite rushers have had such an impact on the game, teams have shifted their focus on mobile QBs.

It is a high priority more than ever for an organization to build an effective pass rush.

Introducing AJ Cooper.

EDGE PLAYER FUNDAMENTALS TRAINING

Coach AJ Cooper introduces fundamental drills and schemes that he implements for his edges and how they can directly translate it onto the field. This course includes a variation of spinning drills, set points, 1 on 1's, and game film. Everything you need in this 27-video course to make your pass rush unstoppable. 

“Book this course” will give you unlimited access to the training. You’ll be on your way to creating an elite edge rush defense!

Part of the Black Friday/Cyber Monday Position Coach School - DL Edition Bundle

Coach Jeremy Hawkins explains the five phases of defensive line play then shares the drills that develop each of those phases.  He illustrates those drills in action with game film.