Developing Your Safeties
Dec 24, 2023•35 min•Season 2Ep. 15
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Episode description
In most modern defenses the Safeties are the leaders of the group… the QB of the defense if you will. So, it’s only right that they’re a player you build around and one that you prioritize developing.
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What skills are you looking to develop?
- Tackling
- Coverage
- Ability to align correctly
- Leadership
- Problem solving/ critical thinking
What’s the best method to develop your Safeties?
- Look for best athletes at young ages
- Work spacial drills - tackling in space, coverage skills
- Give rules for alignment
What are your favorite drills?
- 2 on 1 tackling with OLB/Corner
- Coverage combos
- Fits from space - screen/sweep/inside run
- Umbrella Drill
- Perimeter Drill
What NOT to do as a Coach
- Today’s Lesson:
- “Don’t give your kids a lot of plays!”
Social Media
- Guest
- Twitter: @
- Email:
- Daniel
- Twitter: @CoachChamboOK
- Email: chamberlainfootballconsulting@gmail.com
- Kenny
- Twitter: @FBCoachSimpson
- Email: FBCoachSimpson@gmail.com
- Coaching 101 Podcast
- Twitter: @Coaching101Pod
Daniel Chamberlain:
@CoachChamboOK
ChamberlainFootballConsulting@gmail.com
chamberlainfootballconsulting.com
Kenny Simpson:
@FBCoachSimpson
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