What is QB Scramble?
QB Scramble is a free football drill on FantasyHQ’s Football Coaching hub for quarterback work. It covers Set Up, Purpose, Execution and more with purpose, setup cues, and coaching language for youth and high-school staffs.
- QB Scramble is part of FantasyHQ’s free football drills library.
- Focus: Quarterback.
- Inside: 4 drill progressions.
How to run this drill
QB Scramble 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
- Set Up
- Purpose
- Execution
- Coaching Tips
Full drill
Purpose
To develop a QBs pocket presence and ability to avoid the pass rush and pass downfield.
Set Up
- The QB will stand in front of the coach, while two other players line up 2 yards behind the QB and 4 yards away from the coach, and 3 WRs spread out about 10 yards downfield.
Execution
- The QB will take the snap from the coach and take a 5 step drop. 2
- The pass rushers will take off as soon as the QB passes them, running predetermined lanes by the coach.
- The QB will plant, set his feet, and avoid the rush by either stepping up in the pocket – if the rushers come outside – or shuffling outside – if the rushers come up the middle.
- The QB will then set his feet again, and make a throw to the closest receiver.
Coaching Tips
- Make sure the QB keeps both hands on the ball while avoiding the rush – ball security is a must!
- Make sure to adjust the DE pass rush lanes to get the QB used to avoiding the rush from different angles.
- Ensure the QB is using proper fundamentals, from the drop, to avoiding the rush, to the throw downfield.
QB Scramble FAQ
- What is the QB Scramble drill?
- QB Scramble is a free football drill on FantasyHQ’s Football Coaching hub for quarterback work. It covers Set Up, Purpose, Execution and more with purpose, setup cues, and coaching language for youth and high-school staffs.
- Who should use this football drill?
- QB Scramble 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 QB Scramble 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 QB Scramble include?
- This page includes Set Up, Purpose, Execution, Coaching Tips.
