KEYS OF LINEBACKERS
Usually, the athlete playing linebacker will key an offensive lineman that is not covered by a defensive lineman. The movement of the offensive lineman determines what the linebacker does.
When the offensive lineman charges at him, the linebacker should move forward to attack, using arms or forearms to ward off the block.
When the lineman double-teams another athlete, the linebacker should move forward to penetrate.
When the lineman moves left or right the linebacker should move with him.
When the lineman takes a drop step then the linebacker must drop back to his assigned pass-defense zone, while still prepaid for a run.
The linebacker should always know where the ball is, and pursue when the opportunity comes. I know that because of page 58 it says, "In each instance, after starting his reaction charge, which is dictated by the movement of the uncovered offensive lineman, the linebacker must find the ball, move to it, and make the tackle." (Wilkinson 58). Next football season I will make sure I make the right read, and be where I'm supposed to be to make the play.
When the offensive lineman charges at him, the linebacker should move forward to attack, using arms or forearms to ward off the block.
When the lineman double-teams another athlete, the linebacker should move forward to penetrate.
When the lineman takes a drop step then the linebacker must drop back to his assigned pass-defense zone, while still prepaid for a run.
The linebacker should always know where the ball is, and pursue when the opportunity comes. I know that because of page 58 it says, "In each instance, after starting his reaction charge, which is dictated by the movement of the uncovered offensive lineman, the linebacker must find the ball, move to it, and make the tackle." (Wilkinson 58). Next football season I will make sure I make the right read, and be where I'm supposed to be to make the play.
How worried should the linebacker be when the offensive lineman drops back? Did you learn anything new after reading this blog?
Wilkinson, Bud. Sports Illustrated Football: Winning Defense. New York: Sports Illustrated, 1987. Print.
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