Interception Drills

Being in the right spot to defend the pass is an absolute must (see Linebacker Coverage Drills), but making the interception and perhaps returning it for as many yards as possible, maybe even a touchdown, is the icing on the cake.

	Angle Interception Drill The Angle Interception Drill is designed to refine a linebacker's ability to read the quarterback, break on the ball with proper angles, and secure interceptions. This drill emphasizes the importance of fluid hip movement, decisive decision-making, and ball-tracking skills, all crucial components for playmaking linebackers.
	Tip Drill The Linebacker Tip Drill is designed to develop a linebacker's ability to react quickly to a tipped pass and secure an interception. This drill emphasizes anticipation, ball-tracking skills, and the ability to adjust to unexpected changes in the flight path of the ball.
	Break Drill The Linebacker Break Drill is designed to refine a linebacker's ability to quickly transition from a backpedal into a fluid break on the ball based on the quarterback's actions. This drill emphasizes proper footwork, hip fluidity, and decision-making skills, all essential components for making interceptions.
	Deflection Drill The Linebacker Deflection Drill is designed to refine a linebacker's ability to react quickly to a deflected pass and secure an interception. This drill emphasizes anticipation, ball-tracking skills, and the ability to adjust to unexpected changes in the flight path of the ball due to a deflection.

Coverage Drills