Quarterback Progressive Passing Drill

Drill Objective:

This football drill will focus on improving passing technique by concentrating on arm and hand movement. It will help perfect the quarterback's throwing motion while using only the throwing arm.

Drill Setup:

Pair off the quarterback's in two parallel lines. Each quarterback should start off on their knees.

Drill Instructions:

While the quarterbacks are on their knees, instruct them to throw a pass to their partner who is 5 yards away. After about 15 to 20 passes have players switch to the following: 1. kneeling on their right knee only 2. kneeling on their left knee only 3. Standing with feet together 4. Practice the 3-step drop 5. Practice the 5-step drop

Drill Coaching Points:

Focus on showing the quarterbacks how to follow through with their arm so that their thumbs end up pointing down. Have the quarterback begin with the football held above their waist and demonstrate hos to throw from no higher than their ear. Edit

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