Top 25 Football Skills, Tips, and TricksWould your readers like to throw a football like all-pro quarterback Peyton Manning? Or would you rather learn to slash through defenders like superstar running back Adrian Peterson? It takes a lot of hard work and practice to reach the professional ranks, but even the greatest players have to learn the basics first. Readers will learn the skills they'll need to play the many positions in football, and find out some fun tips and tricks from the pros. |
Contents
CONTENTS Passing and Receiving | 5 |
Gripping the Football | 6 |
The Proper Throwing Stance | 8 |
How to Fling the Pigskin | 10 |
Catching the Football | 11 |
Running After the Catch | 12 |
Rushing | 14 |
The Exchange | 15 |
Defensive Line | 28 |
Patience on Defense | 29 |
Defense and Special Teams | 30 |
Linebackers | 32 |
Pass Coverage | 34 |
Punting and Special Teams Coverage | 36 |
Kicking Field Goals | 38 |
Fun Tricks and Training | 40 |
Protecting the Ball | 16 |
Running to Daylight | 18 |
Running Vision | 20 |
More Than Just a Runner | 21 |
Line Play | 22 |
Run Blocking | 23 |
Blocking for the Trap | 24 |
Pass Blocking | 26 |
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