Mike Scheper
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Mike Scheper
@Coach_Schep
Professional Football Coach


This is getting a lot closer here. I'd like to see a few more details being emphasized: - Proper footwork based on the type of tackle - This most closely simulates a near-foot/shoulder tackle - Runner is stationary (fine for step 1) This technique is most typically used: - At or near the LOS (in the hole or on the edge) - Runner moving toward you WITHOUT a two-way go - Most often as a force defender If you're coaching this tackle, FOOTWORK and ENTRY are major points to maximize body contact: - INSIDE foot needs to be INSIDE the runner's frame (this tackler is using outside foot) - Create force into the ground with the POWER STEP leads to... - Learning to accelerate through contact by driving that foot into the ground is the key to physical tackling - Think Bruce Lee's 6" punch - Get that '1 extra step' or cleat in the ground on the way down so feet/legs don't die Rarely does sprinting full speed into a near-foot/shoulder tackle work because it makes you out of control. Teach a proper "Gather Step" + re-acceleration for consistency. Using pads like this (with helmet & shoulder pads) is one of the best ways to teach realistic, close-to-full-speed tackling without beating up our players.





Texas DB Coach Blake Gideon - One Line Drills - Pedal Turn - Weave - Dive 45 - 3 Turn











