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What is Football Practice Drills – The Shed Drill?

Football Practice Drills – The Shed Drill is a free football drill on FantasyHQ’s Football Coaching hub for football drills work. Use the setup notes and coaching cues below to add it to this week’s practice plan.

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How to run this drill

Football Practice Drills – The Shed 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.

  1. Read the purpose once, then walk the setup on air before live tempo.
  2. Demonstrate one clean rep so players see landmarks, pad level, and finish.
  3. Run short competitive periods — quality reps beat long lines.
  4. Close with one coaching cue players can repeat in the huddle next period.

Full drill

These are [tag]football practice drills[/tag] for teaching players to stay low, shed multiple blocks, stand their ground, find the ball carrier, and most importantly get excited about hitting.   Give this [tag]football drill[/tag] a try and let me know how it works for you.

Shed Drill
Put your biggest and most aggressive players in one line, 5-10 players, and the rest of the team in the other line.   The first football player steps out 3 yards and turns around.   The last player is given the [tag]football[/tag], although you could place the ball anywhere in the line to focus on recognition.

On the whistle, each player attacks a side of the LB/DL out front. They do their best to alternate sides but it is not necessary.   They all take a turn hitting the player with very little time in between hits.

The LB out front will have a good stance, hit and shed every player as fast as possible while owning the ground he stands on.   Once he has hit and shed all blockers he will make a form tackle on the ball carrier at full speed.   He will then rotate to the end of the line to carry the ball.

Coaching tips

  • Keep one cue per rep so kids hear the same language every time.
  • Film the first live set; pause on footwork and finish, not just the ball.
  • Pair this drill with a matching play install so practice transfers to game day.
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Football Practice Drills – The Shed Drill FAQ

What is the Football Practice Drills – The Shed Drill drill?
Football Practice Drills – The Shed Drill is a free football drill on FantasyHQ’s Football Coaching hub for football drills work. Use the setup notes and coaching cues below to add it to this week’s practice plan.
Who should use this football drill?
Football Practice Drills – The Shed 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 Football Practice Drills – The Shed 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.

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Football Practice Drills – The Shed Drill

Football Practice Drills – The Shed Drill is a free football drill on FantasyHQ’s Football Coaching hub for football drills work. Use the setup notes and coaching cues below to add it to this week’s practice plan.

These are [tag]football practice drills[/tag] for teaching players to stay low, shed multiple blocks, stand their ground, find the ball carrier, and most importantly get excited about hitting.

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