By Charlie Stubbs

VIII. 45° Angle Throw Drill – For QB to work moving up in pocket in a  throwing position and throwing on the run with eyes downfield  before crossing the LOS.

Set Up:  REC        REC

Coach (gives directions)                                  QB

Procedure: 

1. Quarterback will take a 5 step drop or from gun alignment.         

2. Coach will move the quarterback up to the right or left at 45° angle.       

3. There will be receivers positioned to catch based on the direction the QB moves.  

Coaching Points:

A)     Quarterback executes proper drop back technique. 

B) QB keeps 2 hands on the ball when avoiding outside rush.  

C) Movement should be full speed, eyes downfield ready to throw until crossing the line of scrimmage.