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FridayNightPulse: Dorman Cavaliers QBs Prepare for Season with 'Read and React' Drill
📍 Dorman Cavaliers·Thursday, July 16, 2026·FridayNightPulse Insider
Quarterbacks at 5A programs like Dorman Cavaliers are working on their footwork and decision-making skills this summer with the 'Read and React' drill. The drill involves setting up cones in a zig-zag pattern, with a defender lined up at each cone. The QB starts at the first cone and reads the defender's alignment, then reacts by taking a specific step or making a fake. The drill is done in sets of 3 reps, with a 30-second rest between sets. Coaching cues include 'eyes on the defender' and 'react to the read.' This drill translates to game performance by improving the QB's ability to read the defense and make quick decisions under pressure.