How can I make my WR faster?
Up 2/Back 1 Drill
- Stand in a two-point stance facing the field.
- Run as fast as possible to the 10-yard line (i.e., run forward two cones).
- Backpedal 5 yards.
- Run forward to the 15-yard line.
- Backpedal 5 yards.
- Repeat the pattern of running forward two cones and back one until you have run through the finish line.
Is it OK to run alone?
While running alone is generally safe, it is not without risk. Those risks might be higher if you are a woman or a person of color. There are unique challenges that these runners may face—and a different set of rules that they may have to follow in order to protect their safety.
What muscles do wide receivers need?
To get the most out of each stride, a receiver must also build the strength of his gluteus muscles, quadriceps, hamstrings and calves. To develop lower body strength and stamina, do three to four sets of exercises such as barbell back squats, barbell lunges and deadlifts.
How many wide receivers can you use in route tree drill?
A basic route tree drill can be done with just 1 WR and 1 QB. There is plenty of flexibility, though, as it could be done with up to 5 wide receivers, as well as defenders.
Is there a better drill for route running?
There is no better drill for route running than actually running the route tree. This almost isn’t a drill, because of all the options that can be done with it, but those options are what make it such a valuable tool. A basic route tree drill can be done with just 1 WR and 1 QB.
What kind of drills do wide receivers do?
The majority of routes on a receiver’s route tree will involve at least 1 sharp cut. This requires both sound footwork and agility. The cone cutting drill, which can be seen in the video below, works on both of these skills. This drill uses a 5 cone pattern to make cuts but really it can be done with any number of cones and any number of patterns.
How does a wide receiver catch a pass?
The receiver begins standing on a line and gets thrown a pass from one side and then the other. This repeats as he runs down the line, and is thrown passes from each side in an alternating fashion. The goal is to catch the ball cleanly and then let go to focus on the next.