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One of the most popular sports in the United States, American football attracts millions of spectators annually. It’s championship game, the Super Bowl, pulls in consistently high ratings and viewership—2018’s game averaged more than 100 million viewers worldwide. Originally based on rugby, the game has evolved over decades into the sport it is today.

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Gap vs. Zone Run Blocking Schemes
June 2, 2023
One of the key elements of this scheme is the running back. In the Zone scheme the running back has to be able to understand the blocking assignments and how they fit into his path. In football there are two main types of blocking schemes. These two are Zone Schemes and Gap Schemes. These are […]
Create Space for Your Playmakers by Installing the Grand Canyon Play
June 2, 2023
Our receivers are very strong blockers so we like this match up, but if you didn’t you could always run one receivers on a Go route to take one of the defenders with him. We believe in creating space for our playmakers. We have a deep held belief that if we get the ball to […]
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When Recovery Has to Take Priority
June 2, 2023
As parents, we may not have medical degrees, but in some instances, it only takes our common sense to help our children recovery quickly. Sports injuries are a part of life regardless of the age of your child or the level of sport in which they compete. During the younger years, seeking advice from team […]
Are You Coaching the Mental Rep?
June 2, 2023
Having expectations for communication in practices and games as well as a specific routine for this feedback loop goes a long way in developing both the player on the field and the player waiting for his turn. Sam Parker, offensive line coach at Division II national runner-up Ferris State, learned an effective method for developing […]
Learn How to Create Explosive Plays in the Passing Game Like the Kansas City Chiefs
June 2, 2023
When installing pass concepts, always keep in mind the importance of attacking defenses at all levels of the field. During the 2018 season, the Kansas City Chiefs had the most explosive offense in the NFL.  They led the league in points per game, points per play, yards per play, and yards per pass attempt.  Their […]
Females in Football
June 2, 2023
There are women holding significant jobs in the NFL, member clubs, USA Football, and other organizations as well as in the officiating world. Sam Gordon is the 14-year-old female football player from Utah who has a dream of girl’s high school football becoming a reality one day. Sam began playing tackle football at 9 years […]
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What Education Is Needed to Become a Professional Football Player?
June 2, 2023
Since the average NFL career only lasts about three years, there is much value to a football player earning a degree while they have a chance. Becoming a professional football player requires stamina, strength and ambition. What it does not require is a formal education. While NFL athletes do not specifically go to school to […]
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Shaquem Griffin Receives NCAA Inspiration Award
June 2, 2023
“It always feels good when you’re able to share your story with everybody and still have a very big impact.” Shaquem Griffin spent his rookie season with the Seahawks not just learning the ins and outs of being an NFL linebacker, but also providing inspiration to so many people who have been moved by his story. […]
Football Drills to Increase Speed and Agility
June 2, 2023
During football, you don’t know when and how you’re going to sprint, stop and change directions. To excel at football, you’ve got to have exceptional speed and agility. On offense, you’ll be able to run faster down the field and dodge opponents. Defensively, you’ll be better able to stay on a wide receiver and track […]
Two McCourtys Are Better Than One
June 2, 2023
To have that opportunity to look across the field and see my brother out there competing with me, it’s the highlight of my career. No doubt. So a lot of people think my brother and I look alike. I’ll be honest, I don’t see it. Like, I get it, of course … but, nah, I […]
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