Elevate Your Endgame: Smyrna Eagles' TE Drill for Dominant Red-Zone Play
In preparation for the upcoming season, Smyrna Eagles' tight end coach, John Thompson, emphasizes the importance of developing a reliable red-zone threat. To achieve this, Thompson's team will be running the 'Box Out' drill during summer camp. The drill consists of 3 sets of 10 reps, with a 30-second rest period between sets. Players will start in a 3-point stance, 5 yards from the line of scrimmage. On the coach's signal, they will explode into a box-out position, securing the ball and sealing the edge. Key coaching cues include 'Hands up, chest out' and 'Seal the edge, don't let it leak.' This drill translates to game performance by improving a TE's ability to secure the ball in traffic and create space for their quarterback. By mastering the box-out, Smyrna's TEs will be a force to be reckoned with in the red zone.