The Collective Bargaining Agreement between the NFL and the NFLPA (players’ union) has had some positive impacts. On the other hand, some of the rules have had some negative results as well. Once a team ends its season there is a no contact period with players until the 3rd week of April or the first…
The Fullback or H-Back
Specialized Skills and Roles to fill The fullback, as an every down player, is obsolete in today’s pass-happy era of football. The fullback is the second back aligned in the backfield. He is normally aligned in front of the primary ball carrier called the running back. He aligns in this position to be the blocker…
The NFL Scouting Combine: Inside the Player Interviews
Interviews help coaches find the right fit. I’ve been with six different NFL teams and have attended the Indianapolis Scouting Combine with all six teams to interview college prospects for the NFL draft. Interviewing is critical to have the best chance to find out if a candidate will be a good fit for the team.…
The Free Safety
The Free Safety is normally the deepest defender on the field. He is similar to a center fielder in baseball. He’s the last line of defense as they say. Responsible for making touchdown-saving tackles on ball carriers breaking through the defense, he’s also the defender who protects the deep area of the field in the…
The Strong Safety
The Strong Safety is the safety used closest to the line of scrimmage. He must have enough size to absorb the punishment of making a lot of tackles on big running backs who are barreling downhill with a head of steam. They must also be lengthy enough to cover the tight end. There are times…
