Class Central is learner-supported. When you buy through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.

John McSheffery - Secondary Progression Techniques to Coverages

via CoachTube

Overview

Google, IBM & Meta Certificates – 40% Off
One plan covers every Professional Certificate on Coursera.
Unlock All Certificates

Build a complete defensive back system that develops technique, discipline, and coverage versatility.

In this course, Coach John McSheffery breaks down a step-by-step progression for teaching defensive backs, focusing on core techniques like pedal, flat, shuffle, drop, wall, and press, along with drills that translate directly to game performance.

You’ll learn how to:

  • Develop elite DB fundamentals through progressive technique teaching
  • Improve movement skills with pedal, shuffle, and drop mechanics
  • Train players to play fast and disciplined in multiple coverages
  • Defend modern offenses, including RPOs, with proper technique and positioning
  • Build a system that allows your secondary to be flexible, consistent, and game-ready

This course connects individual technique to full defensive coverage systems, helping your players understand not just how to move, but how to execute within the defense.

You want to develop defensive backs who are technically sound, confident in coverage, and able to handle today’s passing and RPO game? This course is for you!

Syllabus

  • Introduction & Coaching History
  • Why This Approach to Teaching
  • Great Defensive Backs & Technique #1 Pedal
  • Pedal Drills
  • Technique #2 Flat
  • Flat Drills
  • Technique #3 Shuffle
  • Shuffle Drills
  • Technique #4 Drop (1/2 Drop)
  • 1/2 Drop Drills
  • 1/3 Drop Technique & Drills
  • Technique #5 Wall & Drills
  • Technique #6 Press & Drills
  • Defending RPO's
  • Defensive Coverage System
  • Defending RPOs with Coverage Flexibility and Technique Discipline
  • RPO Football System & Wrap Up

Taught by

...

Reviews

Start your review of John McSheffery - Secondary Progression Techniques to Coverages

Never Stop Learning.

Get personalized course recommendations, track subjects and courses with reminders, and more.

Someone learning on their laptop while sitting on the floor.