What is “Back to the Wall” Drill?
“Back to the Wall” Drill is a free football drill on FantasyHQ’s Football Coaching hub for wide receiver work. It covers Purpose, Execution with purpose, setup cues, and coaching language for youth and high-school staffs.
- “Back to the Wall” Drill is part of FantasyHQ’s free football drills library.
- Focus: Wide Receiver.
- Inside: 2 drill progressions.
How to run this drill
“Back to the Wall” Drill is built for youth, high-school, and volunteer coaches who need clear drill language — not a random cone circuit. Beginners can install the first progression; experienced staffs can layer competition.
- Read the purpose once, then walk the setup on air before live tempo.
- Demonstrate one clean rep so players see landmarks, pad level, and finish.
- Run short competitive periods — quality reps beat long lines.
- Close with one coaching cue players can repeat in the huddle next period.
Progressions
Full drill
Drill Type: Wide Receiver Drill
Purpose
This basic wide receiver drill for kids emphasizes good technique of good base, good reach, catch, and tuck.
Diagram
Execution
- The receiver turns his back and on command by the quarterback – you can just use the term “ball” – he’ll turn around and catch the ball.
- Each receiver takes a shot trying to emphasize getting the head around, reaching out, catching, and tucking.
- We want to always emphasize tucking the football after we catch it.
- Ball security is the number one priority after you receive the football.
“Back to the Wall” Drill FAQ
- What is the “Back to the Wall” Drill drill?
- “Back to the Wall” Drill is a free football drill on FantasyHQ’s Football Coaching hub for wide receiver work. It covers Purpose, Execution with purpose, setup cues, and coaching language for youth and high-school staffs.
- Who should use this football drill?
- “Back to the Wall” Drill is built for youth, high-school, and volunteer coaches who need clear drill language — not a random cone circuit. Beginners can install the first progression; experienced staffs can layer competition.
- How do I run “Back to the Wall” Drill in practice?
- Read the purpose once, then walk the setup on air before live tempo. Demonstrate one clean rep so players see landmarks, pad level, and finish. Run short competitive periods — quality reps beat long lines.
- Is this drill free?
- Yes. Browse FantasyHQ football drills, youth plays, and coaching guides free on Football Coaching.
- What progressions does “Back to the Wall” Drill include?
- This page includes Purpose, Execution.
