Defensive Linemen | Rushing the Passer | part 1

In an earlier post I promised we would be expanding our categories and adding new products we hope will be of value to you our visitors.

In keeping with that promise, we have added a new category and football training DVDS. The category is Defensive Linemen Pass Rushing and we have 6 pass rushing videos for you to examine.

A quarterback sack can make or break a game or season. We have all seen games decided by a QB sack, some times determining who becomes a conference champion. This article, part 1, will focus on Swim Move, one of 4 proven pass rushing techniques that produce more effective pass rushes.

1. Swim Move:

The Swim Move is a favorite pass rushing technique of many defensive linemen and can be the most dangerous. The pass rusher has to rise up above the blocker, however if done properly it can be one of the easiest ways to successfully rush the passer. Timing is key to a successful Swim Move, the D-linemen must beat the blocker off the snap of the ball.

Next comes a jab step designed to get the blocker off balance. This is when the defender step one direction while intending to move another. This is followed by a short balanced step using the jab foot, bring it in front of the blocker in the opposite direction. Typically the blocker will follow the first step, the jab step, and find himself off balance.

At the same time the pass rusher brings his inside arm up and reaching out to the back of the blocker, pulling the O-lineman forward, exploiting his lack of balance and swim through the offensive line to effectively rush the passer.

We are updating our Defensive Lineman page, please visit often to see how we are making it more user friendly and adding new DVDS. Please visit us at Defensive Linemen Pass Rushing and examine our new pass rushing videos and come back here for the rest of our rushing the passer training tips.