Jim Ryan - Defensive Line Fundamentals and Drills vs the Pass

Defensive Line Fundamentals and Drills vs the Pass, by Coach Jim Ryan, provides a detailed overview of the basic factors involved in sound defensive line play against the pass game.

Coach Ryan offers an invaluable resource for coaches who want to enhance the ability of their defensive linemen to rush the passer.

Coach Ryan also features a series of game-tested drills that can be used to develop the essential skills required to effectively rush the passer.

Each drill is explained and demonstrated in an easy-to-understand and apply manner.

Among the topics covered:

• General rules for the pass rush
• Pass-rush drills
• Drill progression
• Hoops
• Retrace
• Teaching the use of hands
• Close the distance
• Bull-and-pull drill
• Cut drill
• Bob-and-swat drill
• 4-corner drills