Purpose:  To teach proper stance and start technique for
offensive lineman. This drill helps to emphasize the importance of the second step.
 

Execution:  Align offensive lineman on a selected line of
scrimmage.  The coach designates block and cadence.  The coach or player will hold the back foot of the lineman causing him to rip it free on the second step after the snap count.
 

Coaching Points:
1.  The player should mentally shift his weight to the first foot after the quick 6 to 8 inch power step.

2.  The toes of the first step should replace the down hand to help maintain a good base and not to be over or under stride.
 
3.  The player knees should be roll over his toes.  We want numbers over knees, and knees over toes.

4.  The player should keep a flat back and the head up.

5.  The first step should be followed quickly by the second and third steps.

6.  Emphasize staying low and coming out hard.

7.  Drill will be done in a variations of 5, 10 and 15 yards.
 

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