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Got some cover 3 work in with Langston and Deuce. The first rep shows an understanding of good technique as an underneath defender. Collision 2 and expand to the numbers, flipping our backs to the sideline so we can see any flood concepts that flood our zone as curl flat defenders. This gives us a two way go. We then allow the QB shoulders to guide us on which we to key on whether it be the deeper route in our zone or the shorter route in our zone. The second rep shows a technique for maintaining good position when 2 verticals compromise a cb’s cushion in cover 3. We open towards the qb, and run straight down field as if there is a straight line on the ground below us. This allows for staying over top of both routes. We slightly favor the inside vertical by 2 understanding that we must protect the seam shot and knowing the goal ball to 1 is a longer throw and we will have time to speed turn and get over top if the quarterback throws that pass. However, we don’t want to drift too far in either direction and take ourselves out of the play if the quarterback throws to the opposite WR.

A week in a review with some of the athletes at Explotec! Here you see press work with Chase & Langston, cover 3 principles with Brayden, along with fundamentals and mechanics with Axel & KJ. At Explotec, we focus on making our clients well rounded complete football players that won’t be limited to specific labels within positions.

Understanding when and where to 2 hand jam in press man is important for DB’s. Understanding that if we get the wr squared, or the wr continues to work towards our leverage, 2 hand jams are ideal. When they work towards our leverage, DB’s want to flatten receivers down the line so they can’t climb and work upfield. This is only physically possible with a 2 hand jam.

DB’s must understand that in press, feet come before hands. However, DB’s must be comfortable still moving their feet once they have jammed receivers. This simple drills helps DB’s become comfortable doing this. Emphasis is on thumbs being up and jamming the chest area. DB’s should not lunge, grab, or lean too far in front of themselves, but be controlled with their jam putting emphasis on moving the feet to match where the receiver is going.

This weekend Explotec clients worked on fundamentals and zone techniques specifically in cover 3 and cover 2. Understanding how to read the qb’s shoulders while also keeping their eyes on their work.

Congratulations are in order for Explotec member Brayden Oshode. When Brayden started training he bought into the system and really put the work in. The growth he has shown in just a year’s time is truly a testament to his work ethic. Now Brayden’s is committed to play college ball at JMU. Congratulations Brayden. We are extremely proud of you!!

Welcome Omari Folson to the Explotec family. Omari is a student athlete who attends Bishop McNamara High School in Maryland.