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The History of Football
The first vestiges of what would become American football are found in the 19th century in the games played by students at the elite schools and universities of the United States. A particularly violent running game was played at Princeton University circa 1820, and around this time a kicking game was also being played by students of Dartmouth College. Rules for the Dartmouth game, known as "Old Division Football", were published in 1871. The first running game to codify its rules was the popular English sport, rugby, and it did so in 1845.
While there is some degree of debate over what constitutes the first American football team, most sports historians point to the Oneida Football Club, a Boston club founded in 1861. Nobody knows what rules this club used; whether they played a running, kicking, or hybrid version of the game. It is also known that rugby was taking off in Canada around this time. The Montreal Football club formed in 1868 and is said to have played a variant of English rugby.
It is not clear what the rules and regulations most of these early football games followed. However, the infamous Rutgers v. Princeton game in 1869 opens a window to the past. The game was played by two teams of 25 people each. Each team was composed of 11 "fielders", 12 "bulldogs", and two "peanutters" whose job was to hang out near the opposing team's goal so as to score from unguarded positions. This fact suggests there was no such thing as an "offside" rule at this time. American football at this point closely resembled soccer in the sense that a team scored goals instead of touchdowns and throwing or running with the ball was not allowed.
While the NFL states that this early game was indeed based on soccer and not rugby, it did begin intercollegiate football games. Four years later, Yale, Columbia, Princeton, and Rutgers codified the first ever set of intercollegiate rules for football. However, these rules forbade players from throwing the ball or running with it. It was soccer.
It is Harvard we have to thank for American football. Harvard representatives knew in advance that the four schools above planned on codifying rules forbidding aggressive physical contact and the carrying of the ball, so they refused to attend. Harvard's obstinacy on behalf of rugby led shortly thereafter to the McGill v. Harvard match of 1874 and the Harvard v. Yale game of 1875. Due to the popularity of these matches other US universities began to field rugby teams. Finally, in 1876 a meeting was held between Harvard, Columbia, Princeton, and Yale where England's Rugby Union rules were adopted by all four schools, but with two key changes. No longer would the scoring of a touch down be nullified if the opposing team kicked a field goal.
Walter Camp is widely considered the father of modern American football. Between 1880 and 1883 this coach of the Yale football team came up with several major adjustments to the game: an eleven player team, a smaller field, and the scrimmage -a player handing the ball backward to begin the play. An even more important alteration, if the offensive team failed to gain five yards after three downs they were forced to surrender the ball. Camp also established the norm of a seven-man line, a quarterback, two halfbacks, and a fullback. Thanks to Walter Camp, football as we know it finally took shape.
with Dan Werner, Northwestern State Offensive Coordinator, former University of Miami (3X National Championships) and Ole Miss Offensive Coordinator
Coach Werner, who has tutored Miami Hurricane QB greats like Torretta, Walsh, Erickson, and Dorsey and has experienced coaching at the JHS and HS level as well, teaches everything about the quarterback's job of delivering the football.
He explains the proper lower body position, grip, and throwing motion by demonstrating each phase step-by-step. This quarterback video covers quarterback footwork for the three, five, and big-five drops using the drive, speed, and set-up steps. Werner explains how to effectively fake and use the play action. He also teaches how to read the defense before, during, and after the snap and progressions through those reads to make good decisions.
Game clips are used to enhance the understanding of how the essential fundamentals apply to every situation of being a quarterback in control.
with John Gregory, Iowa Barnstormers Head Coach; former coach of Kurt Warner, 2X NFL MVP
Train your quarterbacks to throw the football accurately, with touch and zip, regardless of the position they find themselves in! John Gregory has developed some of the game's best quarterbacks including Kurt Warner, Jim Zorn, and Aaron Garcia. In this DVD, Gregory demonstrates a series of practice drills that will not only train your quarterbacks, but will provide a lot of reps in a short amount of time.
He demonstrates each drill in a practice setting and highlights key coaching points. These drills will train your quarterbacks to throw off-balance, on the run or off their back foot-the same situations they will face in a game. Order now and watch as your quarterbacks develop an accurate, quick release!
with Dick Olin, Lewisville High School (TX) Head Coach; former Baytown Lee (TX) Head Coach; 7X Coach of the Year, 3X Undefeated District Championships, 11X State Playoff Qualifier, Has coached 7 Division I or IAA Quarterbacks, only coach to win two Texas 7-on-7 summer football tournaments
Dick Olin has led his teams to 11 playoff appearances in the last 17 years as a high school football coach in Texas. Over the time period he has developed numerous quarterbacks, including Clint Stoerner (Dallas Cowboys), Ell Roberson III (Kansas State), Brian Johnson (Utah), and Drew Tate (Iowa) who have gone on to have outstanding careers at the Division I college level. In this instructional football DVD, Olin unveils the quarterback drills he uses everyday to develop superior quarterbacks. Olin covers every aspect of quarterback play including warm up, ball handling drills, footwork drills, 3- and 5-step drops from under center and gun, proper grip and throwing drills to reinforce excellent mechanics. Olin demonstrates all of the drills on the practice field with demonstrators and includes easy to follow coaching points. These quarterback drills will provide the training your quarterbacks need to make the most of their natural abilities.
Get a private lesson from one of the top quarterback coaches in the nation
Learn proven drills and techniques that really work
Learn the key leadership traits of a quarterback
with John Booty, Calvary Academy (LA) Head Coach and AD; former Head Coach/Assistant Coach at Evangel (LA) HS
How does an aspiring young football player become a "champion" quarterback?
Coach John Booty shares 11 innovative drills that focus on building a "championship caliber" quarterback, as well as invaluable lessons and observations he has shared with other young players who went on to become some of the nation's best HS quarterbacks ever.
During his 30+ year career, Booty has been a part of eight 5A Louisiana State Championships and coached 11 straight All-State QBs, including: Josh Booty (Cleveland Browns), Brock Berlin (University of Miami), John David Booty (USC), and two USA Today All-Americans. During his tenure, his quarterbacks have thrown over 50,000 yards and over 550 touchdowns. This video introduces the necessary skills and drills he has used successfully that will allow a young QB the opportunity to practice all the things that will propel them forward next fall.
Looking for the proper footwork in the one-step drop, three-step drop, five-step drop, and the rollout? Wanting to gain confidence in the pocket? Need a refresher on essential mechanics? Want to learn the "do's" and "don'ts?" Want a private lesson from the best QB coach in the US today? This is the video for you!
with J.T. Curtis, John Curtis Christian School (LA) Head Coach, 2006 USA Today National HS Coach of the Year; 21 State HS Football titles
From 1975 to 2004 --- 25 state championship game appearances, 19 state championships --- with this kind of success, your offense must run like a well-oiled machine! This all starts with your offensive backfield. To showcase John Curtis Christian School Football's backfield success, this DVD is organized in three segments.
Quarterback Position: Stance, the first steps the quarterback takes (on-field demonstrations), drills, and steps for the outside veer, inside veer and cutback plays are also demonstrated.
Running Back Positions: Stance, receiving hand offs, footwork and shoulder turn, and drills for the inside veer, outside veer and cutback plays along with the ride pass.
QB & Running Back Positions Together: Six drills to run the veer offense to perfection. Perfect to use in daily practices to run this offense to perfection!
This tape complements Controlling Defenses with the Veer Offense perfectly!
with Todd Norman, M.S. Kinesiology; founder The Cutting Edge - Athletic Performance Enhancement; Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (NSCA)
"I've trained with Todd Norman at Cutting Edge Sports Training for several years and his training methods greatly enhanced my athletic performance. Under his direction, I have maximized my foot speed, balance, core strength, and overall physical conditioning. Without a doubt, training with Todd has substantially contributed to my collegiate success and progression into an NFL quarterback. I highly recommend his training system to any athlete or team looking to train smart, maximize athletic performance, and gain an edge on the competition." Mark Sanchez,QB, New York Jets; 5th overall selection in the 2009 NFL Draft
Todd Norman's workout for quarterbacks, done at least six weeks before training camp, will maximize their chances for on-field success. Norman begins the workout with four key rotator cuff training exercises utilizing the aid of a resistance band for developing shoulder strength and endurance. This work must be done frequently to prepare the arm for the wear and tear of throwing. Next, he introduces medicine ball drills for quarterbacks to develop hand speed, rotational power, and throwing strength. To enhance foot speed and quickness, on-field QB-specific cone drills are set up and demonstrated. All 14 drills in this segment develop skilled coordination and change of direction. Small hurdles and resistance bands are also used in various drills. He then includes more than 25 position-specific resisted and assisted drills to maximize drop-back speed and movement in and out of the pocket. Norman closes with his unique Complex Conditioning series and six-week program design and implementation plan. If done prior to training camp, your quarterbacks will arrive with superior conditioning and greatly enhanced skills.
with Al Fracassa, Birmingham Brother Rice HS (MI) Head Coach, 8X State Champions, distinguished member of 7 different Halls of Fame, Over 380 career wins, All-time wins leader in Michigan HS FB
Coach Fracassa is renown for maximizing the natural ability of his quarterbacks. In this in-depth DVD, the winningest coach in Michigan HS football history details a teaching system that emphasizes the QB's footwork, eyes and other critically important high school QB techniques. You'll learn all the tips, tricks, teaching points and techniques including the fundamentals of a good quarterback-center exchange, versatility for moving and rolling out in either direction, proper throwing motion, good body position, throwing alignment, field vision and more. You'll also get critical techniques for 2-, 3- and 5-step drops, as well as the very best QB drills - including several throwing-on-the-run and play-action drills - to hone all the most important QB skills. Game footage is used to show several of the most-successful QB driven plays that Fracassa has used over the years, as well as inside look at progression reads.
with Dan Mortier, New Trier HS (IL) Head Football Coach
Coach Mortier feels it is wise to spend time with your quarterback - he is the extension of the coach on the field. He discusses the importance of teaching your players what to look for when watching game films and the importance of coordination between the coach and the QB in practice planning and game plan implementation Game time operation includes quiet time in the locker room to focus on the play script, fundamental warm-up drills and managing half time. Mortier details the quarterback's daily practice routine and explains the passing tree. Many QB drills - including the knee drill, feel parallel drills, the shuffle drill, 3-5-7 step drops, play action drop, boot/waggle drop and several agility drills - are illustrated. Teaching the center/quarterback exchange is a key fundamental to successful offensive play. The footwork and specifics of this exchange are carefully demonstrated. The drop back technique, sprint out technique, the circle drill and 10 group drills round out this excellent presentation.
with J.T. Curtis, John Curtis Christian School (LA) Head Coach, 2006 USA Today National HS Coach of the Year; 21 State HS Football titles
From 1975 to 2004 --- 25 state championship game appearances, 19 state championships --- with this kind of success, your offense must run like a well-oiled machine! This all starts with your offensive backfield. To showcase John Curtis Christian School Football's backfield success, this DVD is organized in three segments.
Quarterback Position: Stance, the first steps the quarterback takes (on-field demonstrations), drills, and steps for the outside veer, inside veer and cutback plays are also demonstrated.
Running Back Positions: Stance, receiving hand offs, footwork and shoulder turn, and drills for the inside veer, outside veer and cutback plays along with the ride pass.
QB & Running Back Positions Together: Six drills to run the veer offense to perfection. Perfect to use in daily practices to run this offense to perfection!
This tape complements Controlling Defenses with the Veer Offense perfectly!
Force the defense to defend as much of the field as possible
Learn drills for maximizing practice time, learning reads and routes and perfecting timing
Prepare your quarterbacks for difficult game situations
with Paul Chryst, University of Wisconsin Offensive Coordinator
This DVD provides a progression of strategies and drills you can use to improve your offensive schemes, efficiently install pass plays and train your quarterbacks read and react to what the defense throws at him.
BALANCING YOUR OFFENSE Paul Chryst reveals Wisconsin's offensive strategy for attacking the whole field. Using game clips, Coach Chryst describes the importance of packaging run and pass plays out of one formation. These strategies can be applied to any offensive formation.
INSTALLING PASS PLAYS Chryst delivers an 8-step progression he uses to effectively and efficiently install pass plays. This progression will:Give your players visual and verbal coaching points to enhance learning. Provide helpful tips on presenting plays in a group setting and to quarterbacks. Provide drills for maximizing practice time, learning reads and routes and perfecting timing. A simple to complex progression so your players can master one concept before moving to the next.
QUARTERBACK DRILLS Use these drills to simulate difficult situations your quarterbacks will face during games: Avoiding the rush, throwing on the run, and setting and throwing with defenders lunging at your legs. These drills are designed to improve your quarterback's mobility and his ability to make plays under pressure.
Coach Chryst gives you a proven foundation to improve your offense and develop confident quarterbacks.
with Curtis Johnson, New Orleans Saints Wide Receivers Coach, former University of Miami Wide Receiver Coach
Coach Johnson demonstrates wide receiver drills that improve and promote finger dexterity, hand-eye coordination, a lower center of gravity, and proper stance and start. Johnson points out common errors and incorrect techniques while he teaches the proper way to catch the football. This football video covers wide receiver drills for running a hitch, curl, in, out, fade, post, stop & go, fly, streak and comeback routes. These drills stress the important factors of the stance and start by incorporating the receiver's strengths. Johnson uses cone drills to lower the receiver's center of gravity and improve the receiver's ability to maneuver, turn, and change speed. This football DVD teaches how to beat press coverage by using a variety of release moves: stutter step, hard inside, hands, speed-off, hesitation, slam, turn body, and double moves. Film clips demonstrate each move and route to exhibit their effectiveness in game speed. These are great drills to incorporate in wide receiver workouts and football practice.
with Reggie Moore, UCLA Wide Receivers Coach; Standout Wide Receiver at UCLA ('91), former NFL Receiver
Coach Moore's forte is teaching his receivers key, explosive techniques for getting open, catching more balls and scoring more points. Moore's teaching expertise comes from experience both on the field as a UCLA and NFL receiver and the sidelines with Division II national powerhouse North Dakota State. Moore's separation techniques and skills are based on solid fundamentals. He explains and demonstrates 20 techniques and terms using video footage and drill work. The ability to gain inches of separation on your defender can be the key difference between winning and losing. This DVD will show you how to train your receivers to get open, so they can make plays in your passing game.
with Al Fracassa, Birmingham Brother Rice HS (MI) Head Coach, 8X State Champions, distinguished member of 7 different Halls of Fame, Over 380 career wins, All-time wins leader in Michigan HS FB; and featuring Dave Sofran
Coach Sofran's goal is to teach coaches how to condition athletes to make plays and learn how to catch the football better. You'll get precise information on implementing an effective WR pre-practice routine that emphasizes stance and explosion off the line, which also serves as a great athletic conditioner. You'll learn tips for developing such critical receiver aspects as keeping the feet forward with 75-percent body weight on the feet, how to keep the hips square and how to develop a receiver's eyes while teaching him to always look downfield. Against press coverage, you'll learn how to teach receivers to keep their hands ready for battle and to make sure that their feet are tight. As a bonus, you'll learn the ins and outs of outside release on the snap, how to "freeze" defenders and other key receiver skills. Sofran demonstrates valuable drills such as the freeze drill, various cone drills that teach players to break back to the ball, the four-corner drill to help receiver square off their route, the distraction drill to develop a receiver's concentration on the catch, a sideline drill that teaches the sideline comeback route and more! This time-tested drill package covers all of the key elements of running defender-shaking routes and how to focus on catching the football!
with Todd Norman, M.S. Kinesiology; founder The Cutting Edge - Athletic Performance Enhancement; Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (NSCA)
"I've trained with Todd Norman at Cutting Edge Sports Training for several years and his training methods greatly enhanced my athletic performance. Under his direction, I have maximized my foot speed, balance, core strength, and overall physical conditioning. Without a doubt, training with Todd has substantially contributed to my collegiate success and progression into an NFL quarterback. I highly recommend his training system to any athlete or team looking to train smart, maximize athletic performance, and gain an edge on the competition." Mark Sanchez,QB, New York Jets; 5th overall selection in the 2009 NFL Draft
Todd Norman's workout for receivers and running backs, done at least six weeks before training camp, will maximize their chances for on-field success. He begins with eight power training drills utilizing plyometrics and the medicine ball for hand speed and finger strength, core development, and vertical explosion. Next is a series of 17 quick feet agility drills specific to receivers and backs that require rapid cuts and directional changes. Small hurdles, resistance bands, and incorporation of catching the football within the drills are used to physically and mentally develop precision and focus. Norman then demonstrates 20 resisted and assisted position specific training drills for receivers and 24 running back specific drills. Each of the movements duplicates actual patterns and routes used in the game. Norman's next focus is on his unique Complex Conditioning series. This is a combination of drills spread out to make four quarters of intense conditioning. Each quarter has drill variety and position specific demands. Norman concludes with program design and implementation. This intense, six-week package will prepare any receiver or running back for a season of playing at their peak condition!
with Henry Mason, University of Wisconsin Assistant Coach/Receivers
Developing "complete" receivers is a Coach Mason specialty! Receiver play on the University of Wisconsin football team is based on several keys: Define each receiver's passing tree, master passing tree vs. all looks, read it-see it-walk it-rep it and fitting drills to fit the offense. In breaking down the receiver positions, Mason states that the split end, the X receiver, should be your best receiver and a precision route runner. The Z receiver, flanker, is the fastest and most physical receiver because of his blocking responsibilities. The Z should lead your team in most yards per catch. The adjuster, R receiver, must be smart, moves to formations, and can run good buddy routes. Mason shares a Segment Meeting Itinerary stressing the importance of players seeing and knowing the proper information and goals for that day. This serves as a key to developing communication between players and coaches. Signature speed dig routes include vertical release, stick at 10 yards, roll to 14 yards and setting the course. The burst corner is a burst release at 45 degrees at 5 yards. Others include the speed corner, big angle, stab, Speed 7 and sword. Blocking - extremely important to this passing attack - is covered in great detail as well!
with Al Fracassa, Birmingham Brother Rice HS (MI) Head Coach, 8X State Champions, distinguished member of 7 different Halls of Fame, Over 380 career wins, All-time wins leader in Michigan HS FB; and featuring Dave Sofran
Coach Sofran's goal is to teach coaches how to condition athletes to make plays and learn how to catch the football better. You'll get precise information on implementing an effective WR pre-practice routine that emphasizes stance and explosion off the line, which also serves as a great athletic conditioner. You'll learn tips for developing such critical receiver aspects as keeping the feet forward with 75-percent body weight on the feet, how to keep the hips square and how to develop a receiver's eyes while teaching him to always look downfield. Against press coverage, you'll learn how to teach receivers to keep their hands ready for battle and to make sure that their feet are tight. As a bonus, you'll learn the ins and outs of outside release on the snap, how to "freeze" defenders and other key receiver skills. Sofran demonstrates valuable drills such as the freeze drill, various cone drills that teach players to break back to the ball, the four-corner drill to help receiver square off their route, the distraction drill to develop a receiver's concentration on the catch, a sideline drill that teaches the sideline comeback route and more! This time-tested drill package covers all of the key elements of running defender-shaking routes and how to focus on catching the football!
Train your receivers from head to toe using this total development system
Sharpen your cuts, improve separation skills and catch everything that is thrown your way
Learn five effective routes and keys to success after the catch
with DelVaughn Alexander, University of Wisconsin Wide Receiver Coach
Train your receivers from head to toe! This DVD provides a solid base of techniques and drills for game day success from your receiving corp.
Del Alexander gives you an insider's view of the drills he uses to teach wide receiver play. He includes the stance and start, blocking, body position, releases and route running. These skills will help your receiver create more separation and develop better timing with the quarterback, which will lead to more completions and open up more possibilities for your offense.
It all starts on the line with the receiver's stance. Alexander shows how to train your receiver's to develop good body lean, which will help your athletes get off the ball quicker and prepare them to counter their defender.
Alexander starts the technique breakdown with drills in three areas:
Run Blocking Drills - Improve your run game with better blocking from your receivers.
Body Position Drills - Get open more often by sharpening your cuts and improving your acceleration to increase separation from the defender.
Ball Drills - Overcome blind spots and contact to catch everything that comes your way.
From there Alexander shows two releases to get your receivers off the line versus press coverage and past defensive backs who are playing with a cushion.
Alexander closes with a breakdown of five of his best routes. These routes include:
Turn route - a 9-yard timing route;
Speed dig - a 10 yard out with and roll inside to 14 yards;
Speed corner - a timing route where you push inside and roll outside to the sideline;
Seam route - a 12-14 yard go route up the middle away from the free safety;
Burst corner - Force inside release, but break to the corner.
Each route covers depth, timing, spacing, landmark cues and reception areas for success. Alexander shows each route vs air, in a 1-on-1 setting and with game footage.
This DVD will give you a solid foundation to develop your younger players or improve your veterans.
