VertiMax VIVE Podcast - Ep. 111 | Most Effective Football Linebacker Drills

Itam (I.T.) Antigha, more commonly referred to as "I.T.", is one of the members of the VertiMax Team as part of the Inside Sales and Client Support team. He is responsible for supporting and serving the VertiMax community by organizing personalized visits to educate, engage and develop relationships with coaches, trainers, and athletes.
I.T. is back with another informative episode with Al. They talk about how linebackers can improve their movements with specific drills that help them move in a versatile direction. Linebacker requirements have changed over the years, and are required to be developed into more speedy blockers. Here’s some drills to consider when you’re improving your linear and lateral movements.
Key Takeaways:
[0:22] A little bit about I.T. and what he does at team Vertimax.
[1:15] Linebacker position in football has changed dramatically over the years.
[3:51] Being able to work forwards and backwards is key to a well-developed linebacker.
[4:03] I.T. explains the Angle Drill.
[5:30] Back peddle and shuffle drill.
[8:06] Open field tackling - what should players be aware of?
[11:41] I.T. shares why cutback drills are helpful for in-game practice.
[14:27] Want more football drill info? Download the Vertimax app!
Tweetables:
“The game of football has become much more passing and running all over the field, the linebacker has to be a blend of athletic, fast, and also stopping the run."
"Linebackers are like hybrid safeties. Linebackers have shrunk in size over time. ."
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