DRILLS FOR THE DEFENSIVE ENDS
The following drills are used to teach individual and team techniques for the defensive ends:
Peel-Off Drill (10-12 men):
[Figure 129] illustrates a good drill to teach reaction and to protect his area, which we use for our defensive ends. The end assumes his normal defensive position. The first backfield blocker attempts to block the end, then the second, and finally the third blocker. As soon as the first man leaves, the second starts, and then the third blocker leaves, giving the defensive end experience in playing one blocker at a time but in rapid succession.
Figure 129
“Reading” Drills (8-12 men):
[Figure 130] illustrates a “Reading” Drill which we use for our defensive ends. The end has to play properly the block of the offensive end, pulling guard, on-side halfback and/or the fullback. These are the situations he will face in a game. This drill teaches quick reaction and play recognition for the defensive ends.
Figure 130