Virtual Camp - Defensive Line Run Stopper

 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!

The Tite front is popular throughout every level of football now, and while most know how to align in it, little has been shared on coaching the 4i defensive end until now.  Furman University Defensive Line Coach, Kevin Lewis, shares the philosophy behind utilizing the 4i and breaks down reactions and techniques for defensive lineman. 

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!