Offensive Line Sets & Strikes with Coach Kyle Stout

Join us on The Board Drill Podcast as hosts Kyle Bradburn and Matt Dixon welcome Coach Kyle Stout, Offensive Coordinator at Gehanna Lincoln High School, Ohio, and co-host of the 614 Headsets Podcast. In this episode, they dive deep into the intricacies of offensive line techniques, specifically focusing on sets and strikes. Coach Stout shares his insights on building an effective offensive line, detailing his innovative methods for pass protection and independent hand usage. From discussing the importance of alignment and hand placement to sharing practical drills and real-game examples, this episode is packed with valuable information for football coaches at all levels. Whether you’re a seasoned coach or just starting out, you’ll find plenty of actionable tips to enhance your coaching strategies. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and follow us for more football coaching content.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
01:37 The Importance of Speaking the Same Language
06:00 Sets and Strikes: Introduction and Musts
07:23 Pass Protection: Ultimate Goal and Game Planning
08:13 Examples of Good and Bad Pass Protection
12:23 Setting to the Spot and Dealing with Odd Fronts
15:01 Soft Post and Hand Carriage
22:28 Transitioning from Double Hand Punch to Independent Hands
25:52 Importance of Hand Placement and Technique
30:37 Drills for Hand Striking and Set Technique
36:01 Footwork and Body Positioning in Pass Sets
45:22 Low Impact Drills for Technique Improvement
50:48 Providing Variety in Training
53:49 Introduction and Importance of Independent Hands
54:16 Game Planning for Pass Protection
56:27 Drills for Developing Pass Protection Skills
59:36 Focus on Body Positioning in Pass Set
01:00:49 Team Camp Circuit for Pass Protection
01:06:41 Go-To Protection and Center's Role
01:09:23 Adapting Hand Usage to Different Rushes
01:10:26 Unique Aspects of the Program

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Loved this one!! So many nuggets in here! Thank you!

[@BoardDrill]

Coach is a great teacher.