FirstDown PlayBook
Slot Blocks Still Count…
This play shows why there is still merit in having your receivers block instead of running screens all day long....
Rookie NFL Receivers Will Need What Justin Jefferson Has
In this clip, watch Justin Jefferson create separation by running a double-move that leverages some veteran route-running tricks. ...
Northwestern Takes Down The King
We thought Morningside was in a basic man free coverage but then we thought it was a split field version of quarters. What do you think?...
Damien Lewis Shows Us Why It’s Called A Pocket
When it comes to creating a clean pocket to throw a QB's best friends are the interior OL who can stop the rush at the line of scrimmage....
6 Man & 8 Man Football? Yes & Then Some
A coach asked us about our 6 man football plays and it took us a moment to realize that he didn't know we had a varsity and a youth section....
Showcasing Arik Armstead
Note how Arik Armstead's hands work in conjunction with his feet. The double-swipe doesn't slow the rush at all....
Lindsey Wilson Makes 4×1 =6
Empty backfield sets are not necessarily anything different these days. However, 4x1 configurations are a lot less used as opposed to 3x2. ...
3-2-6 Defense Edge Pressure Vs Spread
Regardless of if it is a zone read, an RPO or passing game read, sometimes the defense needs to dictate the decision....
Strength & Conditioning For Kickers
We don't spend enough time talking about the specialists on your team. Here are some things to be considering this time of year....
J.J. Watt Creates Pressure With a Plan
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....
Consider Your Football PlayBook Source…
Having every defense Belichick and Saban ran this season is like having a dictionary and expecting to be like Shakespeare....
The Football Play Drawing Matters
At the end of the day, what separates FirstDown PlayBook from others is that we think the football play drawing matters....