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Teach Proper Blocking Angles
Defensive coaches talk a lot about "poor angles" to the football. It is important for offensive coaches to teach proper blocking angles too....
12 Man Football Facelift
We have seen growth in Canada in several areas including flag football and 11 man football and of course 12 man football....
FDPB Quarters Coverage vs Quarter Quarter Half
Was that quarter quarter half or Tampa 2? Maybe it was pure quarters coverage? If any sane person walked in they would know we are nuts....
Create Your Custom Route Concepts
You can now create your own custom route concepts on FirstDown PlayBook. This is a game changer for offensive coordinators....
Spring Football: Good on Good
Spring football is an interesting time for a young coach. Then comes the fall and the reality of practice cards....
Big Field Kickoff Returns
Big field kickoff returns allow your return team to use the entire width and depth of the field as you game plan each special teams week....
Use 7on7 To Teach Receiver Speed Cuts
As you get into the thick of your 7on7 season, teaching receiver speed cuts should be on, if not at the top of your checklist....
Difference In Gun Wing T & Flank? Nothing.
We have always loved Flank formation. When you stop and look at it there is no difference in Flank and the Gun Wing T formation....
The Overlooked Slot Receiver
The slot receiver is one of the most under appreciated people during recruiting and NFL draft season, but not on third down in the fall....
3 Types Of Run Game Advice To Avoid
This is a "buyer beware" blog. Specifically, we are going to look at 3 types of run game advice to avoid on the internet. ...
Youth Football Unbalanced Formations
FirstDown PlayBook is not real sure that youth football unbalanced formations should even be allowed. Here is our case for and against....
Punt Return Unit Vs Shield Punt
One of the special teams phases that can be overwhelming for a young football coach is the punt return unit. There are so many moving parts....