Defensive Line Play

Interior Pass Rush Technique Alert!

Interior Pass Rush Technique Alert!

by FirstDown PlayBook on Jun 3, 2021

When a defensive lineman can utilize hand fighting techniques as well as Joseph does he is going to win lots of one-on-one matchups....

Kpassagnon Recognizes Reacts & Retraces Vs Raiders Screen

Kpassagnon Recognizes Reacts & Retraces Vs Raiders Screen

by Will Cinelli on May 27, 2021

The Chiefs Tanoh Kpassagnon completes this tremendous effort play vs the Raiders screen play as he recognizes, reacts and then retraces....

Showcasing Arik Armstead

Showcasing Arik Armstead

by Will Cinelli on Apr 15, 2021

Note how Arik Armstead's hands work in conjunction with his feet. The double-swipe doesn't slow the rush at all....

J.J. Watt Creates Pressure With a Plan

J.J. Watt Creates Pressure With a Plan

by Will Cinelli on Apr 1, 2021

Veteran J.J. Watt knows the best way to consistently pressure the quarterback is to have a plan, and then execute it with proper technique....

TeachTape Thursday Highlights Clinic Defensive Line Effort

TeachTape Thursday Highlights Clinic Defensive Line Effort

by Will Cinelli on Dec 31, 2020

It's hard to give maximum effort like this every down at any level of football. However, the only way Gardeck makes this play is by selling out like this....

Seattle Walk Off Sack Well Designed

Seattle Walk Off Sack Well Designed

by FirstDown PlayBook on Nov 27, 2020

The Seahawks drop eight defenders. They essentially take away the sticks and are still in position to contain Murray if he runs....

Bosa Sets The Trap Then Finishes His Work

Bosa Sets The Trap Then Finishes His Work

by Will Cinelli on Aug 13, 2020

Bosa has set the trap for the tackle perfectly, using a "side-scissors" move to soften the edge and begin to gain the corner. ...

Von Miller Combines Technique & Explosiveness For A Bull Rush

Von Miller Combines Technique & Explosiveness For A Bull Rush

by FirstDown PlayBook on Jul 2, 2020

Here you can see how a rusher who might be smaller than the guy blocking him can generate the power and bull rush an OL through technique and explosiveness....

Wisconsin Defense Leaves Few Places For This Ball To Go

Wisconsin Defense Leaves Few Places For This Ball To Go

by FirstDown PlayBook on Jun 26, 2020

Obviously the Wisconsin staff had done their homework because this defense looked like it was designed specifically for this play....

Pass Rush Tools For The Toolbox

Pass Rush Tools For The Toolbox

by Will Cinelli on May 28, 2020

As a football coach, how can you help your pass rushers become even more impactful and disruptive? Add tools to their toolbox....