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The Technician Wins

There’s a right way and a wrong way to do everything. We’ve all heard that—and for good reason. From the simplest task, like tying your shoes, to something intricate, like stitching the inseam on a pair of jeans, technique determines the quality of the work. Are you a technician?

Your success as a defensive back starts with knowing the proper techniques and continues with the discipline to practice them again and again. Success isn’t an accident. We often marvel at elite athleticism but forget that the most successful players thrive on execution.

Analyze your techniques. Are they where they need to be? Do you have the knowledge? Are you disciplined in practicing them? If you want to become the elite DB you strive to be, learn the techniques—then practice them with undying passion.

Technique Clip: Slot Defense - Tarheeb Still

• ✅ Keep eyes low

• ✅ Stay square vs first move

• ✅ Close space as ball is approaching

• ✅ Use off hand to deflect the pass

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What Is It?: Apex Player

The apex player is the overhang defender aligned between #2 and the EMOLS (slot and the tackle/TE), usually ~5–6 yards off. Often the nickel or an overhang LB/S.

• Alignment: midpoint between #2 and the box; leverage in/out based on the call.

• Run: force/spill the perimeter; set the edge.

• Pass: handle #2—carry vertical in match/quarters, curl-flat in Cover 3, hook/curl in Cover 2.

• Keys: eyes QB→#2, patient weave to hold leverage, communicate Banjo/Box vs stacks.

• Goal: control quick game and perimeter runs without giving free access.

FYI: My book 101 DB Tips (softcover version) has a glossary of 100 passing terms you need to know…. Success begins with knowledge.

Ask Chad

Q: What are the advantages to off man coverage?

Chad’s answer:

I see 3 major advantages to playing off man coverage

1. Disguises the coverage. (Is it Cover 1 or Cover 3?)

2. Gives the defender another tool to use vs the wide receiver

3. Limits the deep routes in the passing tree

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Thanks for Reading!
I hope this issue gave you valuable insights to improve your defensive back game. Remember, success on the field starts with mastering the fundamentals and staying committed to your craft.

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Stay sharp, keep grinding, and always keep your eyes on the ball.

Chad Wilson
Founder, All Eyes DB Camp
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