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Rough Rider RBs: Master the 'Power Through' Drill for Dominant Runs
📍 Roosevelt Rough Riders·Thursday, July 23, 2026·FridayNightPulse Insider
This pre-season drill is designed to improve Roosevelt Rough Riders running backs' ability to break tackles and gain extra yards. Set up three cones in a zig-zag pattern, with 10 yards between each cone. Start with a 3-set, 10-rep progression. Players begin at the first cone, then sprint to the second cone, planting their outside foot and exploding through the hole. As they approach the third cone, they must 'power through' the imaginary defender, keeping their eyes up and shoulders square. Focus on proper footwork, hip drive, and arm extension. This drill translates to game performance by teaching RBs to maintain speed and balance through contact, allowing them to make defenders miss and gain extra yards.