How to Play Lineman Fullback and Linebacker in Football

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Be strong.

   The best offensive line can be small but have lots of strength. ,,,, Once the ball is snapped you want to get up and engage your defender as fast as possible same with the D line Once you're engaged your assignment could be one of many ones , You most likely are going to try to do a turn block to create a hole for the runner., You're dropping back a bit and helping the quarterback from getting sacked by creating a pocket.
   
   For the guards there is one other type of movement call a pull.
   
   A pull is used on a run play or certain pass plays. ,,
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   Step 2: Know your assignment in any football position but especially O line because you could cause a sack.

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   Step 3: Get in your 2 or 3 point stance and do not move until the ball is snapped.

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   Step 4: Before the ball is snapped get braced for assault by the D line and The Linebackers.

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   Step 5: Engage the defender.

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   Step 6: Run block.

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   Step 7: Pass block.

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   Step 8: When blocking on O line bend at the knees slightly and use your legs to push your defender and then push upward at the same time so you get an upward and forward movement.

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   Step 9: If that is done correctly it should feel as trying to push someone over and flatten them.

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