#swarmfbchat Archive

The ONLY defensive-themed chat on Twitter! Talking all things Defense and Game Planning. Tuesdays at 9pm EST.
Tuesday December 13, 2016
9:00 PM EST
  • rmacblue - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:00 PM EST
    Welcome Coaches to the Tuesday night #swarmfbchat Let's round up the usual suspects and check in! Thanks for participating!
  • rmacblue - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:00 PM EST
    We use the Q/A format - be sure to follow each other and like/retweet as much as possible - use #swarmfbchat in all tweets!
  • CoachTWill22 Dec 13 @ 9:01 PM EST
    Trevor Williams- DBs - South Forsyth HS, Ga. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • DCcoachV Dec 13 @ 9:01 PM EST
    Nick Velazquez DC Orland HS, CA #swarmfbchat
  • CoachDuda Dec 13 @ 9:01 PM EST
    Alex Duda - DL Coach, Dearborn HS (Dearborn, MI) #swarmfbchat
  • CoachRmcD60 Dec 13 @ 9:01 PM EST
    Ryan Mcdonald OL Mooresville HS IN #SWARMFBCHAT
  • _rwilley Dec 13 @ 9:01 PM EST
    Coach Willey DC Illini West #swarmfbchat
  • CoachHolt1 Dec 13 @ 9:01 PM EST
    Coach Holt DC Santa Fe. H.S. FL #swarmfbchat
  • Coach_CTyson Dec 13 @ 9:01 PM EST
    Coach Tyson WRs/S Marion County High School Guin, AL #swarmfbchat
  • rmacblue - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:02 PM EST
    #swarmfbchat topic of the night: Practice Planning! See, I do care about you offense guys too :)
  • CoachBehnfeldt Dec 13 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Brandon Behnfeldt Delphos Jefferson HS #swarmfbchat
  • CoachByrd_ Dec 13 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Jamelle Byrd DC/LB's at Harding HS Charlotte NC #SWARMFBCHAT
  • Coach_ZC Dec 13 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Zach Carlton DC Palmer Ridge HS, CO #swarmfbchat
  • CoachHays13 Dec 13 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Daran Hays HC North Marion High School in Farmington WV #swarmfbchat
  • rmacblue - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Ryan McCartney Host of #swarmfbchat DC Seymour HS, Seymour IN 21st off-season underway!
  • Skillutt28 Dec 13 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Jeff Lutt, Co-DC & GBLB Coach GBHS, Great Bend KS #swarmfbchat
  • Coach__French Dec 13 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Cody French defensive line coach Seymour High School #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachGibson5 Dec 13 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Marcus Gibson DC Murrah High Jackson MS #swarmfbchat
  • ocjacobmorris77 Dec 13 @ 9:04 PM EST
    #swarmfbchat we let them hold the footballs for us until we want them
    In reply to @rmacblue
  • rmacblue - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:04 PM EST
    First Q up in a few minutes - keep checking in. LOVE this first Q of the night - came from a DM. Let's share our smarts! #swarmfbchat
  • coachjsam Dec 13 @ 9:05 PM EST
    Joseph Sam LB coach/DC at Mansfield Legacy #swarmfbchat
  • CoachJoshHadden Dec 13 @ 9:06 PM EST
    Josh Hadden. HC @ Aiken Middle School in Aiken, SC #swarmfbchat
  • rmacblue - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:06 PM EST
    Lots of top notch coaches out there joining us tonight! Stay connected and help grow the #swarmfbchat
  • rmacblue - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:07 PM EST
    Q1: Give us a favorite period/session during practice that made an immediate impact on your team! #swarmfbchat
  • Coach_Sneed_EM Dec 13 @ 9:07 PM EST
    Brandon Sneed OC Charlotte,NC #swarmfbchat
  • rmacblue - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:08 PM EST
    A1: For us, it was our Team Tempo; 1st thing; Brought Energy and Focus; Involved every player we had! Set the Tone #swarmfbchat
  • therealmikep Dec 13 @ 9:08 PM EST
    Michael Pettinato. DC and OL/DL coach at Seneca High School in Erie, PA. My first ever #swarmfbchat !
  • Coach_Sneed_EM Dec 13 @ 9:08 PM EST
    A1 Inside Run is always a top for me. Sudden Change where we practice situational football as well #swarmfbchat
  • CoachHolt1 Dec 13 @ 9:09 PM EST
    A1 Team, 1's vs. 1's as much as possible. Game management situations #swarmfbchat
  • CoachGibson5 Dec 13 @ 9:09 PM EST
    A1) Pre-practice, we worked on small techniques that needed enhancement! Took opportunity to work pad level also! #swarmfbchat
  • CoachRmcD60 Dec 13 @ 9:09 PM EST
    Inside run / OL DL 1on 1 big guys battling makes any team better #SWARMFBCHAT
  • Coach_CTyson Dec 13 @ 9:09 PM EST
    A1) We didn't start it until about week 9 haha, but a split evenly team overtime period brought a ton of energy #swarmfbchat
  • _rwilley Dec 13 @ 9:09 PM EST
    A1) Inside Drill segment. Close quarters combat...lots of starting spots are won during this session...even DBs #swarmfbchat
  • CODY_GARDNER Dec 13 @ 9:09 PM EST
    A1) I love setting the defense between 2 offenses, huddles are 40 yards apart, 1 scout, 1 JV. Sprint to the ball, id set, play! #swarmfbchat
  • ocjacobmorris77 Dec 13 @ 9:10 PM EST
    A1:working run fits and defense without DL 6 vs 8. The 8 on D #swarmfbchat
  • CODY_GARDNER Dec 13 @ 9:10 PM EST
    Cody Gardner Park City, UT #swarmfbchat
  • CoachBehnfeldt Dec 13 @ 9:10 PM EST
    A1: I would say Indy because the fundamentals get hit every time...and fundamentals win games!!! #swarmfbchat
  • CoachTWill22 Dec 13 @ 9:10 PM EST
    A1: Our 1v1 for DBs was awesome this year. Brought life to practice. Kids and coaches competing. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachDuda Dec 13 @ 9:10 PM EST
    A1. Indy Period. The most important period for teaching. Allows u really work technique. Multiple Quick, Up Tempo Indy Periods. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachHays13 Dec 13 @ 9:10 PM EST
    A1: tackle and takeaway circuit! Two of our biggest goals, eliminate YAcontact and take the sucker away!!! #swarmfbchat
  • Coach__French Dec 13 @ 9:10 PM EST
    A1: Team Tempo right into our EDD's. Sets the tone and gets every player working right away. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachByrd_ Dec 13 @ 9:10 PM EST
    A1: stole it from SC State..... Half Line 7on7 was easier for our guys to understand coverage responsibilities, keys and reads #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachJoshHadden Dec 13 @ 9:11 PM EST
    A1: North Carolina drill (2 OL/DL RB/LB in cones on goal line) got them physical. Interior really helped see run game. #swarmfbchat
  • Skillutt28 Dec 13 @ 9:11 PM EST
    A1. 6-8 plays of #1 offense running the scout plays at us. Better speed & look. Wagered running on losing group. #swarmfbchat
  • coach_bazemore Dec 13 @ 9:11 PM EST
    Fletcher Bazemore- Georgetown, SC #swarmfbchat
  • ocjacobmorris77 Dec 13 @ 9:12 PM EST
    #swarmfbchat 1 offseason project is a real good tackle & turnover circuit
    In reply to @CoachHays13
  • coachjsam Dec 13 @ 9:12 PM EST
    A1: Pursuit Drill!! Became a competition throughout the year #swarmfbchat
  • rmacblue - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:12 PM EST
    Feel free to message coaches if you see a drill or tweet you want more info on - that's why we are here! #swarmfbchat
  • DCcoachV Dec 13 @ 9:12 PM EST
    A1) We tried out a session where our DTs/Mike worked A/B run, DE/OLB/S worked C/D alley run. Found it to be valuable w run fits #swarmfbchat
  • Coach_ZC Dec 13 @ 9:13 PM EST
    Always started with TnT circuit Tackle n Takeaway) awesome to see the drill work show up on film. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachDuda Dec 13 @ 9:13 PM EST
    A1 (cont): Tackle / Takeaway Circuit. Stress the fundamentals to become an elite defense! Build that mentality within the kids. #swarmfbchat
  • coachDCope Dec 13 @ 9:13 PM EST
    1v1 goal line. Who wants to fight and finish. Great for getting kids and coaches going #swarmfbchat
  • The_Coach_A Dec 13 @ 9:13 PM EST
    Q1) 7-10min before practice have a formation adjust period. Go through base calls & top formations. Checks become 2nd nature. #swarmfbchat
  • therealmikep Dec 13 @ 9:13 PM EST
    A1: Definitely screen/quick pass session. Everyday. Tempo! Time kids between plays. Screens and fakes off them were huge for us #swarmfbchat
  • brgredd Dec 13 @ 9:13 PM EST
    9 on 7 helped kids understand opponents run game and how to make proper reads #swarmfbchat
  • CoachHays13 Dec 13 @ 9:15 PM EST
    This year was 5 tackle circuit and 6 takeaway, all d went at once, I'm going to specialize this year to make more DL specific #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @ocjacobmorris77
  • coach_bazemore Dec 13 @ 9:15 PM EST
    Days I could tell the kids were flat we would have a competition period to start practice. Any type of 1v1 drills to amp it up #swarmfbchat
  • DCcoachV Dec 13 @ 9:15 PM EST
    Coach can u go in more detail on this? #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @CoachByrd_
  • rmacblue - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:16 PM EST
    Q2: Taking a page from @Coach_ZC How often do you utilize circuits? Turnover/Tackling/Others #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @Coach_ZC
  • caprewett Dec 13 @ 9:16 PM EST
    A1: Prepractice walk throughs, pursuit drills to start every Indy period and walking through the situational field zones #swarmfbchat
  • koachknowles Dec 13 @ 9:17 PM EST
    We went two periods everyday good on good Blitz Period. #SWARMFBCHAT
    In reply to @rmacblue
  • CoachHolt1 Dec 13 @ 9:17 PM EST
    A2 We do Indy Defense first, Team Defense, then we go through a tackling, pursuit, and turnover period. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachRmcD60 Dec 13 @ 9:17 PM EST
    Angle tackle. Ball strip and scoop. Tip drill. Block destruction #SWARMFBCHAT
  • coach_bazemore Dec 13 @ 9:17 PM EST
    A1: Indy period is always the most productive, but the periods that bring the most energy to the day are the competition drills #swarmfbchat
  • rmacblue - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:17 PM EST
    A2: Honestly, not enough. Love practicing what you preach - gotta work on takeaways if you want to cause them! #swarmfbchat
  • CoachCurran42 Dec 13 @ 9:17 PM EST
    Sorry I'm late... A2: We circuit everyday with a different theme (turnover, tackle) #swarmfbchat
  • CoachjDavis44 Dec 13 @ 9:17 PM EST
    Jumping in #swarmfbchat. Jonathan Davis DC Eastside High School Gainesville, Florida
  • caprewett Dec 13 @ 9:18 PM EST
    did you script this period or was it planned as needed? #SWARMFBCHAT
    In reply to @The_Coach_A
  • _rwilley Dec 13 @ 9:18 PM EST
    A2) Tack/TO circuit every week. We are looking for some fresh Tack drills if anyone wants to DM them to me #sharethelove #swarmfbchat
  • CoachGrayvold Dec 13 @ 9:18 PM EST
    A2 build turnovers into a team session. Every incomplete is a fumble. Hit your lanes and return it. Great conditioning too! #swarmfbchat
  • coachjsam Dec 13 @ 9:18 PM EST
    A2: have to emphasize circuit stuff everyday. Does no good to teach scheme w/no fundamentals #swarmfbchat
  • CoachTWill22 Dec 13 @ 9:18 PM EST
    A2: Much more in spring, Summer, and fall camp. Tapers as you get into game week prep. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • The_Coach_A Dec 13 @ 9:18 PM EST
    Completely agree. Critical to pass distribution. Controlled 7v7 & see the routes you need @ the defense's pace. #SWARMFBCHAT
    • CoachByrd_ Dec 13 @ 9:10 PM EST
      A1: stole it from SC State..... Half Line 7on7 was easier for our guys to understand coverage responsibilities, keys and reads #SWARMFBCHAT
  • Coach_CTyson Dec 13 @ 9:19 PM EST
    A2) We usually did some sort of circuit work every day at practice. Usually 1v1, then 3v3, OLvsDL skill guys vs skill guys #swarmfbchat
  • CoachCurran42 Dec 13 @ 9:19 PM EST
    A1: I'll always love INSIDE RUN. 1 v 1's... #swarmfbchat
  • CoachBehnfeldt Dec 13 @ 9:19 PM EST
    A2: with some programs I have been with, it was almost every practice. Very uptempo and focused. Great way to get T&T in #swarmfbchat
  • CoachjDavis44 Dec 13 @ 9:19 PM EST
    A1) What helped change our practice energy was a quick goal line period right at beginning of practice. Get the juice going! #swarmfbchat
  • CoachJoshHadden Dec 13 @ 9:19 PM EST
    A2: Love circuits, but lack of staff gives little options. Would go occasionally. 3 coaches= Tackle, Turnover, block shed/beat #swarmfbchat
  • ocjacobmorris77 Dec 13 @ 9:19 PM EST
    A2: not as much as we should. We use to do a circuit with block destruction, tackle, take away #swarmfbchat
  • CODY_GARDNER Dec 13 @ 9:19 PM EST
    A2)Tackle every day if not as a team in a circuit, then in indy. As tackling improves, add in TO stations. TOs stressed always #swarmfbchat
  • DCcoachV Dec 13 @ 9:19 PM EST
    A2) 2015 season we did a rip circuit & tackle circuit weekly. Last season not at all. It showed. Those will be coming back. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachDuda Dec 13 @ 9:20 PM EST
    A2: Summer/Fall Camps we do both Tackle/Takeaway Circuits Daily. In season, Tackle Circuit on Tues, Takeaway Circuit on Thurs. #swarmfbchat
  • Coach_ZC Dec 13 @ 9:20 PM EST
    A2: Pretty much daily, great way to get reps in a short amount of time. Also utilized it w/ SPT, blocking kicks, etc. #swarmfbchat
  • The_Coach_A Dec 13 @ 9:20 PM EST
    . @caprewett Yes, but it was the same Forms to begin, then progressed as the season went on. Always covered base calls daily. #SWARMFBCHAT
    In reply to @caprewett
  • jpoth744 Dec 13 @ 9:20 PM EST
    A1: Fast Play tempo team period! Our kids love it! Our coaches love it! Organized chaos. #swarmfbchat
  • therealmikep Dec 13 @ 9:20 PM EST
    A2: We use them a lot. Especially for tackling and conditioning. In season and off season. Great way to keep tempo up and fun #swarmfbchat
  • CoachHays13 Dec 13 @ 9:20 PM EST
    A2: EVERYDAY! Both Monday, Tackle Tuesday Takeaway Wednesday! Always first because it typically takes most field set up for us #swarmfbchat
  • coachDCope Dec 13 @ 9:21 PM EST
    In spring we do county fair style tackling and turnover circuits. In fall position coaches work position specific during Indy #swarmfbchat
  • Skillutt28 Dec 13 @ 9:22 PM EST
    A2. Early season, 1 day a week is Tackle circuit & 1 day is Take Away. Mid season & beyond is a 1 day combined. #swarmfbchat
  • rmacblue - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:22 PM EST
    You guys are making me work tonight - love it! Q3 will be up shortly! #swarmfbchat
  • CoachByrd_ Dec 13 @ 9:23 PM EST
    A2: we worked tackling everyday during summer the tapered off a little during the season didn't do enough working on turnovers #swarmfbchat
  • CoachHays13 Dec 13 @ 9:23 PM EST
    I also mix in a BTB circuit, gets a little more intense! #swarmfbchat
  • jpoth744 Dec 13 @ 9:24 PM EST
    Tackle everyday! Teach turnovers everyday in everything we do. #TimmyTurnover is always hungry for a ball! #swarmfbchat
  • ocjacobmorris77 Dec 13 @ 9:24 PM EST
    #swarmfbchat I've heard of guys doing 7 on 7 with no ball. I think that has merit too
    • The_Coach_A Dec 13 @ 9:18 PM EST
      Completely agree. Critical to pass distribution. Controlled 7v7 & see the routes you need @ the defense's pace. #SWARMFBCHAT
      • CoachByrd_ Dec 13 @ 9:10 PM EST
        A1: stole it from SC State..... Half Line 7on7 was easier for our guys to understand coverage responsibilities, keys and reads #SWARMFBCHAT
  • caprewett Dec 13 @ 9:25 PM EST
    A2: only did circuits during summer and fall camp. Each pos. group focused on things based on the game week during season #SWARMFBCHAT
  • The_Coach_A Dec 13 @ 9:25 PM EST
    Q2) Circuits can get played out. I like a TO 1 day & tkl another, but like to have 1 station specialize. Gotta change it up. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachHays13 Dec 13 @ 9:26 PM EST
    When you guys do circuits do you rotate individually or by group? #swarmfbchat
  • CoachLyster Dec 13 @ 9:26 PM EST
    A2: an area we struggled with circuit was modifying for DL in tackling. Any areas you guys modify for positions in circuits #swarmfbchat
  • rmacblue - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:27 PM EST
    Q3: Where/When/How do you infuse Special Teams into a daily practice? Do you run multiple units/levels? #swarmfbchat
  • Coach_CTyson Dec 13 @ 9:28 PM EST
    For my coaching fraternity brothers of #txhsfbchat #hogfbchat #swarmfbchat
    • Coach_CTyson Dec 13 @ 9:26 PM EST
      Leadership is a matter of people looking at you and gaining confidence, seeing how you react. If you're in control, they're in control.
  • The_Coach_A Dec 13 @ 9:28 PM EST
    Gotta modify. Keeps the kids engaged. #SWARMFBCHAT
    • CoachLyster Dec 13 @ 9:26 PM EST
      A2: an area we struggled with circuit was modifying for DL in tackling. Any areas you guys modify for positions in circuits #swarmfbchat
  • Brian_penry Dec 13 @ 9:28 PM EST
    we did it to start defensive practice. #SWARMFBCHAT
    In reply to @CoachHays13
  • CoachRmcD60 Dec 13 @ 9:28 PM EST
    Sprinkle them into practice and split up team sessions with. 5 min spec team or Indy keep kids on their toes #swarmfbchat
  • CoachCurran42 Dec 13 @ 9:28 PM EST
    A3: Special teams is every day for about 20 minutes. Wednesdays are Special Teams circuits for about 45 minutes... #swarmfbchat
  • rmacblue - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:28 PM EST
    A3: We run 2 specials in the middle of practice on Tues and Wed. However, we only run our 1st teams w/ few backups! #change #swarmfbchat
  • CoachDuda Dec 13 @ 9:29 PM EST
    A3: Special Teams during our Pre Practice. It gives the OL/DL who are not on them an extra Indy Session. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachHolt1 Dec 13 @ 9:29 PM EST
    A3 We use Special teams in the game management situations at the end of practice. PAT, FG and Punters are first in practice #swarmfbchat
  • caprewett Dec 13 @ 9:29 PM EST
    A3: Mon-Quick Review Tues and Wed-2-3 per day Thurs-Review All ST short, simple and sweet ST #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachHays13 Dec 13 @ 9:29 PM EST
    I do rotate individually, lots of movement always on the move gets those big dawgs some cardio #SWARMFBCHAT
    In reply to @jhackett14
  • CoachLyster Dec 13 @ 9:29 PM EST
    was the drill set up with a two man surface of GT or did you add a fullback to display the spill? #SWARMFBCHAT
    In reply to @DCcoachV
  • Coach_Sneed_EM Dec 13 @ 9:29 PM EST
    A3 specials are practiced following team up/pre-practice. We practice a different set of units per day. All in Thursday #swarmfbchat
  • coach_bazemore Dec 13 @ 9:29 PM EST
    A2: We did tackling circuits every day. Should have done more TO circuits... will add more next year! #swarmfbchat
  • _rwilley Dec 13 @ 9:29 PM EST
    A3) We try to incorporate a small ST segment each day. PR/KR on Def day and P/K on Off day #swarmfbchat
  • ocjacobmorris77 Dec 13 @ 9:29 PM EST
    #swarmfbchat no need to buy them out parents make plenty through reproduction
    In reply to @CODY_GARDNER
  • CoachKizer Dec 13 @ 9:30 PM EST
    A3: we work 2 in on mondays and tuesdays. Incorporate all on wendsday and then again on Thursday. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachJoshHadden Dec 13 @ 9:30 PM EST
    A3: Situational after Team as a transition. O Team= KO/Punt. D Team= KR/PR. We don't kick PAT's in MS #swarmfbchat
  • Brian_penry Dec 13 @ 9:30 PM EST
    A2-we would go over their pint at the end of team on Mon & Tues, then do an all special teams on Wednesday. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • ColbryL Dec 13 @ 9:31 PM EST
    Colbry Lathan Okolona High School Okolona, MS #swarmfbchat
  • The_Coach_A Dec 13 @ 9:31 PM EST
    Q3) Seen it done multi ways. I like to work PAT 1st everyday, then a ST period after, then hit one after practice. Tot 15-20min #swarmfbchat
  • CoachHays13 Dec 13 @ 9:31 PM EST
    Specials of the day r period 1+2 and 3+4, then all specialists are free game for live call outs in team periods! #perksofHBC #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachBehnfeldt Dec 13 @ 9:31 PM EST
    A3: usually at the beginning of practice after warmup. Very uptempo, rotate backups in at times. Can get most ST in 10-20 mins #swarmfbchat
  • caprewett Dec 13 @ 9:31 PM EST
    A3: we also review special teams in scouting report on Monday #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachRmcD60 Dec 13 @ 9:32 PM EST
    PAT always taught first punting is no fun #swarmfbchat
  • Skillutt28 Dec 13 @ 9:32 PM EST
    A3. Snaps/holds/kickers/punters in pre practice. KO or KOR one day with scouts. Work PR/Block & Xpt block during D team time #swarmfbchat
  • CoachByrd_ Dec 13 @ 9:32 PM EST
    A3: low numbers at our school so it's all hands on deck for special teams work 2 per practice work in as many guys as possible #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CODY_GARDNER Dec 13 @ 9:32 PM EST
    A3) I try to balance simple and complex. I take the time account for the scheme. Punt return simple, KOR complex. ST everyday #swarmfbchat
  • The_Coach_A Dec 13 @ 9:32 PM EST
    I've seen that more teams are trending towards splitting practice w/ a ST period. SMU does this. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachHays13 Dec 13 @ 9:32 PM EST
    Harder to set up and teach, once they get it you will love it that way I think,Only worth it if you do circuit work very often! #SWARMFBCHAT
    In reply to @ocjacobmorris77
  • Brian_penry Dec 13 @ 9:32 PM EST
    offense worked PAT and punt Mon/Tue/Wed. #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @Brian_penry
  • coachDCope Dec 13 @ 9:33 PM EST
    we modify open field for D line still do a version of it. focus on sinking hips & getting heels in the ground #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @CoachLyster
  • ocjacobmorris77 Dec 13 @ 9:33 PM EST
    A3:we varied it but I'm thinking of teaching it in pods #swarmfbchat
  • CoachBehnfeldt Dec 13 @ 9:33 PM EST
    same, as a wing t with a spread package, we worked pass pro with OL and pass rush with DL #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @CoachDuda
  • Coach_Sneed_EM Dec 13 @ 9:33 PM EST
    As a combo side question, does any work special teams circuits as well? If so, what stations or groups? #swarmfbchat
  • therealmikep Dec 13 @ 9:34 PM EST
    Q3: Kickoff, punt, XP block on def day. Kick ret, punt ret and XP on offense day. Tough to do it that way. Kickers play soccer #swarmfbchat
  • coachDCope Dec 13 @ 9:34 PM EST
    A3 we lift half the period, special teams the other half. Varsity starts in weight room, JV is outside working special teams #swarmfbchat
  • jpoth744 Dec 13 @ 9:34 PM EST
    A3: pre-practice and during practice. My worst call is Rangers. That's what we call punt team! #swarmfbchat
  • CoachHays13 Dec 13 @ 9:34 PM EST
    A3: special teams is only time of the day music stops completely! UNC does this feels it draws focus... I'm inclined to agree #swarmfbchat
  • rmacblue - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:35 PM EST
    Q4 coming up in 2 minutes - really good stuff tonight fellas! #swarmfbchat
  • CoachCurran42 Dec 13 @ 9:35 PM EST
    We do. 1 punt station, 2 return, 1 FG unit, onside recover, kick off... #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @Coach_Sneed_EM
  • Brian_penry Dec 13 @ 9:35 PM EST
    @rmacblue we had a drill we used later in the season, basically it was a "squeeze" drill using def players. #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @Coach_Sneed_EM, @rmacblue
  • CODY_GARDNER Dec 13 @ 9:35 PM EST
    PuRe, PAT, KO simple light installs. KOR & Punt are more timely, I think they have the biggest ST swing #swarmfbchat
  • coach_bazemore Dec 13 @ 9:36 PM EST
    A3: Our ST period was 20ish min in the middle of practice. Hit all ST every day. Early in year we did ST indy to teach skills #swarmfbchat
  • CoachHays13 Dec 13 @ 9:36 PM EST
    A3: another one i will be stealing from UNC this yr is rewarding all guy on all 4major special teams! And they name their team #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachjDavis44 Dec 13 @ 9:37 PM EST
    A3) We work specials every day in preparation practice. Different unit each day. And throw in a sudden change during practice #swarmfbchat
  • DCcoachV Dec 13 @ 9:37 PM EST
    A3) Mixed in specials every day this season. Offense day was kick return/FG/PAT/Punt defensive day kickoff/punt return/FG block #SWARMFBCHAT
  • rmacblue - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:37 PM EST
    Q4: How many of you place your players in a NEGATIVE sit during practice? IE - already reached. What do you work on? #swarmfbchat
  • jpoth744 Dec 13 @ 9:37 PM EST
    A3 we do special teams stations during fall camp and early in year to teach scheme to all levels. Gets tough with big numbers #swarmfbchat
  • CoachLyster Dec 13 @ 9:39 PM EST
    A3: during fall camp, special teams first because our teaching is thru circuit which gets everyone involved in high energy #swarmfbchat
  • CoachRmcD60 Dec 13 @ 9:39 PM EST
    #SWARMFBCHAT have to every day work on stunting into bad positions vs a play or blitzing or a bad coverage easy to deal on Tuesday not Fri
  • CoachHolt1 Dec 13 @ 9:39 PM EST
    A4 As a staff we try to never put our players in negative situations, we just use game situations and let them play the sys. #swarmfbchat
  • rmacblue - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:39 PM EST
    A4: We do it during Individual Drills - give our guys tools to use when beat - play in reality! #swarmfbchat
  • CoachKizer Dec 13 @ 9:39 PM EST
    A4 one thing I like to do is a sudden change where offense has turned it over and you have to go get the ball back. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachCurran42 Dec 13 @ 9:39 PM EST
    A4: All the time. Our offense scripts everything. I'll blitz into a screen, etc.. Makes me know who can think fast. #swarmfbchat
  • Coach__French Dec 13 @ 9:39 PM EST
    A4:Always. Try to add it to as many drills as possible. You can't practice being in perfect position every snap. Unrealistic. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachKizer Dec 13 @ 9:39 PM EST
    A4 Really interesting to see how kids respond when they get in this situation in practice #swarmfbchat
  • coachdober Dec 13 @ 9:39 PM EST
    A4: I will intentionally make calls that could hurt us vs certain plays on Tuesdays to make the kids react to bad situations #swarmfbchat
  • CoachLyster Dec 13 @ 9:39 PM EST
    A3: during season we start with team competition to get the juice, then do install deferments of 2 ST for 15 minutes. #swarmfbchat
  • ocjacobmorris77 Dec 13 @ 9:40 PM EST
    Q4: we only do that in 1 on 1 pass Cov to teach getting in phase and fighting for the ball #swarmfbchat
  • CoachLyster Dec 13 @ 9:40 PM EST
    A3: Build from the sideline ST during 3rd period or backed up situations. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachBehnfeldt Dec 13 @ 9:40 PM EST
    A4: when I coached DEs, I did a read and react drill where the offense could choose the block and we went on his movement #swarmfbchat
  • _rwilley Dec 13 @ 9:41 PM EST
    A4) Early in the year we condition/drill at the beginning of practice. Force them to work tired. #swarmfbchat
  • Coach_ZC Dec 13 @ 9:41 PM EST
    A4: Have done phantom penalties during practice while telling the D they can't give up a 1st Dwn, TD, etc. To the scout team. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachJoshHadden Dec 13 @ 9:41 PM EST
    A4: Never. We do situations and recognitions. Most MS kids have never played, they need basics not more on the plate. #swarmfbchat
  • brgredd Dec 13 @ 9:41 PM EST
    A4 script blitzing into a screen to see if our kids will sit and retrace when they aren't getting blocked #swarmfbchat
  • caprewett Dec 13 @ 9:41 PM EST
    A4: Tuesday's 7 on 7 period and Wednesday's team period is the bad/not optimal call day. Better to figure it out now then later #SWARMFBCHAT
  • DCcoachV Dec 13 @ 9:41 PM EST
    A4) Indy drills and we do sudden change during team period. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachByrd_ Dec 13 @ 9:42 PM EST
    A4: definitely in Indy I like it during team too purposely make a bad call versus a play ex: dbl A gap blitz vs stretch play #swarmfbchat
  • coachDCope Dec 13 @ 9:42 PM EST
    A4) on Monday they know what's coming, Tuesday in a losing proposition and on Wednesday play with your eyes during Indy #swarmfbchat
  • CoachHays13 Dec 13 @ 9:42 PM EST
    A4: when scripting practice inside run and 7 on 7 are almost always us in bad front/stunt/cov. Team we light um up! #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachBehnfeldt Dec 13 @ 9:42 PM EST
    I wrote an article on it on my blog if you want details (blog site is in my bio) #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @rmacblue
  • _rwilley Dec 13 @ 9:42 PM EST
    A4 cont'd I will make TERRIBLE blitz calls during the script period to put us in a compromised position #swarmfbchat
  • therealmikep Dec 13 @ 9:42 PM EST
    A4: I do this all the time w DEs. Put them in a reached position. I wanna see fight and ability to use hands to get in good pos #swarmfbchat
  • CoachDuda Dec 13 @ 9:43 PM EST
    A4: Our "Reach Drill" has them in a position where theyre beat & need to recover. Redirect Drills for PR/Option can be done too #swarmfbchat
  • giveawayxala Dec 13 @ 9:43 PM EST
    A4: definitely in Indy I like it during team too purposely make a bad call versus a play ex: dbl A gap blitz vs stretch play #swarmfbchat
  • CoachBehnfeldt Dec 13 @ 9:44 PM EST
    A4: we would also script an offense play vs a specific call to see how they react or how the scheme plays out #swarmfbchat
  • CoachLyster Dec 13 @ 9:44 PM EST
    A4: LBs backdooring downfield OL and getting flat. LBs have RB out a lot so work out of phase wheel route then play hands #swarmfbchat
  • Skillutt28 Dec 13 @ 9:44 PM EST
    A4. Tues I'll slant/blitz the wrong way to have our kids react. Also we do a 5 min session of Team with us on our 5 yd line. #swarmfbchat
  • caprewett Dec 13 @ 9:44 PM EST
    A4: Can always do drills with DL and LB to have the blocker start with the angle and defender has to beat the block #SWARMFBCHAT
  • jpoth744 Dec 13 @ 9:45 PM EST
    A4: definitely coach all situations negative or positive. In Indy we get this done. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachLyster Dec 13 @ 9:45 PM EST
    A4: We work a high screen drill with our special teams. Reeling up the slack and giving ourselves up at the block. Open shldr #swarmfbchat
  • CoachCurran42 Dec 13 @ 9:45 PM EST
    A4: Also good to "check your checks." Come out in base knowing the O is going empty. Need the kids to make check calls. #swarmfbchat
  • rmacblue - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:46 PM EST
    Q5: What are your thoughts on FULL TEAM? Go by minutes/cards/plays/perfection? #swarmfbchat
  • coachjsam Dec 13 @ 9:46 PM EST
    definitely! Probably one of the best things for our team this year because it showed up on film #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @ChrisBliek, @rmacblue
  • CoachLyster Dec 13 @ 9:46 PM EST
    A4: punch thru the pocket in wr who should catch the ball fight to get it out. #swarmfbchat
  • Coach_Sneed_EM Dec 13 @ 9:47 PM EST
    A4 I like to script plays versus difficult alignments. Practice is as much about coaches preparing, I need to know what can go #swarmfbchat
  • _rwilley Dec 13 @ 9:47 PM EST
    A5) 20 play script w/3 goal line plays #swarmfbchat
  • CoachRmcD60 Dec 13 @ 9:47 PM EST
    Script everything tag off most days sprinkle in thud and full contact #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachCurran42 Dec 13 @ 9:48 PM EST
    A5: Personally, I love TEAM. We'll do 10-15 minutes, but I'd do more. Good to make sure all 11 are fit. #swarmfbchat
  • rmacblue - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:48 PM EST
    A5: I make between 15-20 cards; session is 20 minutes. Works out well - don't go over, ever. Can go back if time. #swarmfbchat
  • coachdober Dec 13 @ 9:48 PM EST
    A5: we go by minutes. 10-15 each day. Scout O runs Opp. top 12-15 concepts as many times as we can. Coach on the fly! #swarmfbchat
  • CoachHolt1 Dec 13 @ 9:48 PM EST
    A5: Full team is situational. Stop to work on missed assignments, teaching points during plays, then it's minutes to finish. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachOrtiz1 Dec 13 @ 9:48 PM EST
    A1 Inside Run Period and Situational Period brought energy and competition. #swarmfbchat
  • Coach_Sneed_EM Dec 13 @ 9:48 PM EST
    A5 General Time frame. 10 minutes per O/D. I have a set # of plays I script and want ran properly during that time frame #swarmfbchat
  • CoachLyster Dec 13 @ 9:48 PM EST
    A5: we organize practice time by minutes. As a d staff we committ to play#. Allows us to limit over training and get to film #swarmfbchat
  • jpoth744 Dec 13 @ 9:48 PM EST
    A4: I'm a script to fail guy! Yes I'm the pessimist we all hate 😂but I know we won't be perfect so we learn how to fix it. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachKizer Dec 13 @ 9:48 PM EST
    A5: Go by cards. Get 10 plays a session. Try to keep a good balance on play type but try to stay around what we've scouted #swarmfbchat
  • Skillutt28 Dec 13 @ 9:48 PM EST
    A5. Usually plan 20 plays & a 20 min period of Team. Just gauge how it is going each day for more or less. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachBehnfeldt Dec 13 @ 9:49 PM EST
    A5: usually scripted, get multiple reps, and if we are satisfied, we move on. We keep working in plays that give us fits if not #swarmfbchat
  • CoachDuda Dec 13 @ 9:49 PM EST
    A5: 12-15 Scripted Plays. A lot Run Plays done in Inside Run Period. My Logic: Long Team Period at End of Practice = Mistakes. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachKizer Dec 13 @ 9:49 PM EST
    A5 cont: work run/pass percentage based on what we have scouted. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachHays13 Dec 13 @ 9:49 PM EST
    A5: script and check, 2 huddles rapid fire, approx 15 plays, we screw it up I mark it and we come back! #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachJoshHadden Dec 13 @ 9:49 PM EST
    A5 Part 1: Due to MS practice time rules, it's script for X mins. #swarmfbchat
  • coach_bazemore Dec 13 @ 9:49 PM EST
    A4: A lot in Indy drills, sometimes in team I'll make a bad call on purpose to create a teachable moment. Give 'em the tools #swarmfbchat
  • caprewett Dec 13 @ 9:49 PM EST
    A5: Script all team periods. Mon-Form. recognition. Tues-By D+D and 1 situation. Wed-D+D and 2 situations #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachKizer Dec 13 @ 9:50 PM EST
    A5: work different types of situations in these sessions as well to have kids ready for anything. #swarmfbchat
  • coachDCope Dec 13 @ 9:50 PM EST
    A5 we work formations during team Monday & Tuesday base check Wednesday we work different stunts to formations work top 5 plays #swarmfbchat
  • DCcoachV Dec 13 @ 9:50 PM EST
    A5) 15-20 min periods. Usually have 20 play cards. End with 4 goal line plays. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachJoshHadden Dec 13 @ 9:50 PM EST
    A5 Part 2: When I was a HS Asst. for a guy I loved, it was "do it right, do it light. Do it wrong, do it long" #swarmfbchat
  • Coach_Sneed_EM Dec 13 @ 9:50 PM EST
    A5 After Indy/group, Team is the realization period. I want certain plays ran, and I always leave time to re-do if needed #swarmfbchat
  • CoachByrd_ Dec 13 @ 9:50 PM EST
    A5: I try to stick to script usually 8-12 plays no more, I try to make sure alignment assignment and communication is crisp #swarmfbchat
  • caprewett Dec 13 @ 9:50 PM EST
    A5: Team periods are usually 5-7 plays and 3-4 periods of Team per day #SWARMFBCHAT
  • coachjsam Dec 13 @ 9:51 PM EST
    A5: Go by mins (10-20) 16 plays & stop if there is a glaring problem. #swarmfbchat
  • jpoth744 Dec 13 @ 9:51 PM EST
    A5: we like to script everything. I like good vs good team 10-15 reps. Gives us a better look up front. See fits vs speed. #swarmfbchat
  • The_Coach_A Dec 13 @ 9:52 PM EST
    Kids like change. Fights going through the motions & chall the enges me to be creative. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachHays13 Dec 13 @ 9:52 PM EST
    If you haven't tried doing play card on transparencies I would highly reccomend trying it..everything can be run either side ez #swarmfbchat
  • Skillutt28 Dec 13 @ 9:52 PM EST
    A5 cont. Draw plays on Hudl script, Thud Up, occasionally use 2 scout "O" for tempo & break after 10 to keep fresh & focused #swarmfbchat
  • coach_bazemore Dec 13 @ 9:52 PM EST
    I like this a lot coach. All depends on the development level of the kids you have. Saturation point is key. #swarmfbchat
    • CoachJoshHadden Dec 13 @ 9:41 PM EST
      A4: Never. We do situations and recognitions. Most MS kids have never played, they need basics not more on the plate. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachCurran42 Dec 13 @ 9:52 PM EST
    A5: Wed for us is ALL TEAM. nothing but situations. 6 plays each 1&10, 2&7, 3&3, Red Zone, Goaline, ST...#swarmfbchat
  • caprewett Dec 13 @ 9:52 PM EST
    A5: vs any teams that play with extreme tempo, we will use 2 huddle system in all periods early in the week #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachOrtiz1 Dec 13 @ 9:52 PM EST
    A4) we have an adversity period or a situational period on Monday/Tuesday. Work on red zone, 3rd/long, or 4th. Good on good! #swarmfbchat
  • rmacblue - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:53 PM EST
    FINAL BONUS Q: Q6: What do you do at practice that lessens the amount of time kids are standing around? #swarmfbchat LOVE to read these!
  • Coach_ZC Dec 13 @ 9:53 PM EST
    A5: Go about 20 minutes, try to group cards by 6 plays. Allows our 2's to have almost as many reps as 1's. #swarmfbchat
  • jpoth744 Dec 13 @ 9:53 PM EST
    A5: firm believer in situational football teaches what we want at this time. Very important IMO #swarmfbchat
  • _rwilley Dec 13 @ 9:55 PM EST
    any coaches be int in using GroupMe app were we can txt each other as a supplement to Twitter? DM me ur Cell & i will set it up #swarmfbchat
  • coachdober Dec 13 @ 9:55 PM EST
    A6: we will use multiple scout huddles. Rapid fire plays helps our D communicate and react quickly and keeps all kids involved #swarmfbchat
  • CoachCurran42 Dec 13 @ 9:55 PM EST
    A6: Coaches on one side of the ball. Everyone has something to do. D personnel is always with us even if O day. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachHolt1 Dec 13 @ 9:55 PM EST
    A6: We always use the motto, "Next man up" everyone is getting reps, then we dwindle it down during the season ! #swarmfbchat
  • Coach_ZC Dec 13 @ 9:55 PM EST
    Does everyone use traditional cards in a binder for scout? Trying to see if there is a away to work an iPad instead. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachHays13 Dec 13 @ 9:55 PM EST
    A6: Total split practice! When JV is o varsity is D and vice versa. We only come together for predetermined group work #swarmfbchat
  • CoachDuda Dec 13 @ 9:55 PM EST
    A6: 2-on-1 Tackling. Really good opportunity to work on correct angles & leverage. #swarmfbchat
  • rmacblue - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:55 PM EST
    A6: Since we practice all 3 levels together - during TEAM we allow the lower levels to practice vs each other. #swarmfbchat NO stand/watch.
  • The_Coach_A Dec 13 @ 9:55 PM EST
    Q5) Full team needs to be done when all 11 are needed. Otherwise, I take my CBs & work on ball drills. We always get left out. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • coach_bazemore Dec 13 @ 9:56 PM EST
    A5: Depends. Monday they are seeing all the cards, later in week it's 15min rapid fire (as fast as I can get the Scout O going)#swarmfbchat
  • _rwilley Dec 13 @ 9:56 PM EST
    Q6) our nbrs are down...currently dont have this luxury. Wish we did...I could find plenty to do!! #swarmfbchat
  • CoachBehnfeldt Dec 13 @ 9:56 PM EST
    A6: design drills to max the # of players used, I had a power vs power read drill that used 5 guys at a time. Max reps then. #swarmfbchat
  • jpoth744 Dec 13 @ 9:56 PM EST
    A6: my pet peeve is seeing kids standing. Try incorp everyone in all drills or in 2 out 2 subs. In practice we are all moving #swarmfbchat
  • CoachOrtiz1 Dec 13 @ 9:56 PM EST
    A5) I like Full Team but only beneficial if we go against 1s or 2s. situational/7on7/inside run gives us a better look. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachjDavis44 Dec 13 @ 9:56 PM EST
    A5)D Team period we go by number of cards. Usually 20. Run through it twice. 1st time 1-20 then go back with random plays #swarmfbchat
  • therealmikep Dec 13 @ 9:57 PM EST
    A6: Run plays on air.Get multiple huddles running. When one play ends next huddle breaks and getting to line. Temoo. Rapid fire #swarmfbchat
  • CoachKizer Dec 13 @ 9:57 PM EST
    A6: try to incorporate as many kids possible in sessions. If we are working special teams, extras go work on indo (d/o line) #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachHays13 Dec 13 @ 9:57 PM EST
    A6: two team periods when it's Offensive day, even if one is going on air. #swarmfbchat
  • caprewett Dec 13 @ 9:58 PM EST
    Use Hudl Scripts, print and save the PDF of all the cards drawn and send to email and I use an iPad to show scout teams #SWARMFBCHAT
    • Coach_ZC Dec 13 @ 9:55 PM EST
      Does everyone use traditional cards in a binder for scout? Trying to see if there is a away to work an iPad instead. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachLyster Dec 13 @ 9:58 PM EST
    A6: Rotate every 4 plays. Keep bodies moving in and out. Uptempo 1v1s on 1/2 of field uptempo JV 2v2s opposite. Practice comm. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachBehnfeldt Dec 13 @ 9:58 PM EST
    we used a tablet before with the play cards. I think we just used Hudl app and the Practice Scripts #SWARMFBCHAT
    In reply to @Coach_ZC
  • Skillutt28 Dec 13 @ 9:58 PM EST
    A6. We platoon, so we have D w/ scouts on one 1 end & O w/ scouts on the other for many sessions. Rotate scouts & back ups. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachJoshHadden Dec 13 @ 9:58 PM EST
    A6: Constant rotations/groups/subs for Team, Scout, Skel, and Interior #swarmfbchat
  • CoachHays13 Dec 13 @ 9:58 PM EST
    A6: lastly plan specials intelligently. Example: Always punt or hands while EP/FG, personnel doesn't overlap. #swarmfbchat
  • rmacblue - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:59 PM EST
    Once again, thanks for making this hour so special! It is my pleasure to host the #swarmfbchat Great info shared tonight!
  • caprewett Dec 13 @ 9:59 PM EST
    A6: mix in freshman and JV reps during varsity team periods #SWARMFBCHAT
  • coach_bazemore Dec 13 @ 9:59 PM EST
    A5: I like a longer team period. Doubles as conditioning. The best way to get better at playing football is playing football! #swarmfbchat
  • CoachjDavis44 Dec 13 @ 9:59 PM EST
    A6) By organization! Script every minute of practice through periods. Players running from one period to another. #swarmfbchat