College Football Position Prospects: Assessing Your Physical Attributes

QuestionI am unsure of what position i should play. I am about 510 185lbs. i bench about 205, clean 215, and can squat 330.  i ran the 40 in 4.7 and h

Defensive Strategies Against the Double Wing Offense in Youth Football

Questionbest defenses against the double wing- youth football (11-12) AnswerMany schemes vary Tony for this offense.  The best thing to do IMO is to

Understanding the Role of a Running Back in Football

QuestionThis is my first year of playing football and I wanted to be a running back. I was wondering if you can tell me the rules and job of the running ba

JV vs. Varsity Football: A Coach's Perspective on Team Development

QuestionI coach at Harford Technical High School (small 1A high school population: <1200). The Varsity Head Coach wants to start a very strict policy th

Head Coaching Journey: Lessons Learned from a Challenging Season

QuestionI was thrown into head coaching last year for our JR football team because no other parent wanted to do it.  I enjoyed it so much I applied fo

Linebacker & Glasses: Safety and Performance Advice

Questioncan i play linebacker with my glasses on or not and if i can do i get anything to protect them AnswerYou can by rule, but I would advise not.....H

Why Are Colored Football Eye Shields Banned in High School?

Questionwhy are colored football eye shields not allowed in high school leagues? AnswerColored eyeshield are not allowed for safety reasons and at the lo

Developing Athleticism for High School Football: A 15-Year-Old's Guide

QuestionQUESTION: Hi I am a fifteen year old and I am just finishing off my freshman year at high school. I am around 511 and 140 lbs. Last year I played

Does Football Protective Gear Really Slow Players Down?

Questioni always wondered for the wide receivers. does the shoulder pads and helmet and gear slow you down in the game. only for widereceivers. how much sl

Should a First-Time Athlete Join High School Football?

QuestionIm 15 years old and I have never played any sport. I am entering the 11th grade and will be playing for my school.  I am very good with my han

D Tackle Football: Essential Tips & Workout Plan for Tryouts

QuestionThis will be my first time playing football in a while and i am trying out for D tackle in July and i need some tips on playing d tackle and some w

Long Snapping in Semi-Pro Football: Rules & College Scholarship Possibilities

QuestionHey Coach Mullins, Im 24 years old. I stand somewhere between 57 to 58, weigh 165 lbs. and am interested in long snapping for a semi-pro team. Do

Football Training: Hours & Intensity in High School vs. College

QuestionHi Mr. Mullins! My name is Paulo and im a brazilian football (not soccer) player. I ask you a question months a go about play in a college sometime

Improving Athletic Performance: A Football Player's Fitness Journey

Questionhi my name is Tahir Upshaw and ive been playing football since the 7th grade. Right now im in th 10th grade. I am 230lbs 5,4 and my forty is like a

Supporting Your Son's Football Dreams: Balancing Academics & Athletics

QuestionHi, My son will be a senior next year and has played football all his years in school but because of my concern and expectations regarding his gra

Tight End Success: Tips for Freshman High School Players

Questionok, ive always been a great tight end. always. ever since i can remeber ive been starting without ever being taken out. the coach says im the best

Becoming a Successful Running Back: Training, Nutrition & Development

Questioni want to be a running back or fullback. so what do i need to do to become one. i currently weigh 165lbs and im 5,5 please tell me AnswerI dont kn

Cornerback Defense: Mastering the Hitch & Go Route - Advice for Young Players

Question First ever eigth grade I am a 14 year old eigth grader who has made the varsity football team in the high school I will be attending next year as

Defensive Line Training: Exercises for Strength, Speed & Weight Loss

QuestionHey this is Joe....I am going to be a sophomore in high school..i play defensive tackle, i am about 6 foot 1 and weigh 265. I had a question regard

College Recruitment: Getting Noticed as a Sophomore Football Player

QuestionHello my name is J.T. Spalding. I go to a 3A Highschool in a small town. I play Defensive End and Right Gaurd. I am currently a Sophmore and i am l