Building A Violent Run Attack: Techs, Drills & Strategies - Matt Drinkall

In this high-impact clinic, CMU Head Coach Coach Matt Drinkall delivers a masterclass on developing a run game rooted in physical dominance and relentless execution. Drawing from his unique perspective shaped by service academy football, Drinkall presents a detailed system that emphasizes posture, pacing, and power to build a truly violent ground attack.

From the foundational phases—Cover, Cripple, and Control—to the nuanced understanding of leverage by level, coaches will gain a practical and adaptable approach to instilling physicality in every rep. Drinkall dives into the "Life of Leverage", a philosophy that translates into teachable, repeatable techniques across every position group.

This course blends mindset with mechanics. You'll get core drills that reinforce technique, strategies for maintaining leverage within scheme, and insight into how to take “old things” and see them with a fresh perspective. It culminates with an honest discussion on coaching self-reflection and how to instill a mindset of violence that becomes the backbone of your run game.

Whether you're looking to revamp your current run philosophy or elevate an already physical offense, this course equips you with the drills, strategies, and mentality to build a violent, controlling ground attack.