Join us on The Board Drill Podcast as hosts Kyle Bradburn and Matt Dixon welcome Coach Kyle Stout, Offensive Coordinator at Gehanna Lincoln High School, Ohio, and co-host of the 614 Headsets Podcast. In this episode, they dive deep into the intricacies of offensive line techniques, specifically focusing on sets and strikes. Coach Stout shares his insights on building an effective offensive line, detailing his innovative methods for pass protection and independent hand usage. From discussing the importance of alignment and hand placement to sharing practical drills and real-game examples, this episode is packed with valuable information for football coaches at all levels. Whether you’re a seasoned coach or just starting out, you’ll find plenty of actionable tips to enhance your coaching strategies. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and follow us for more football coaching content.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

01:37 The Importance of Speaking the Same Language

06:00 Sets and Strikes: Introduction and Musts

07:23 Pass Protection: Ultimate Goal and Game Planning

08:13 Examples of Good and Bad Pass Protection

12:23 Setting to the Spot and Dealing with Odd Fronts

15:01 Soft Post and Hand Carriage

22:28 Transitioning from Double Hand Punch to Independent Hands

25:52 Importance of Hand Placement and Technique

30:37 Drills for Hand Striking and Set Technique

36:01 Footwork and Body Positioning in Pass Sets

45:22 Low Impact Drills for Technique Improvement

50:48 Providing Variety in Training

53:49 Introduction and Importance of Independent Hands

54:16 Game Planning for Pass Protection

56:27 Drills for Developing Pass Protection Skills

59:36 Focus on Body Positioning in Pass Set

01:00:49 Team Camp Circuit for Pass Protection

01:06:41 Go-To Protection and Center's Role

01:09:23 Adapting Hand Usage to Different Rushes

01:10:26 Unique Aspects of the Program