When lining up on the ball spy the defender. See how he is lining up and what direction he will be taking. The deeper he is lined up the better chance you have of beating the defender for big yards.
Explode off the line when the ball is snapped, making three quick cuts, right, left then faking right with a head and shoulder fient, while breaking hard to the left. Do this inside the 5 yard off the line of scrimmage rule. If the defender comes up, push him back while making your cut. The key to this wide receiver drill, is to stay in front of the defender while using your break away speed separating yourself from the defender.
For the best results when doing this training drill, have a quarterback throwing the ball. The quarterback should deliver the passes on target, high, low and behind the receiver, simulating real game conditions. Developing the receiver's hand to eye coordination, improivng the receiver's confidence and focus.
Have the QB watch your foot movement and your head and shoulder fakes. Keep working the basics and you should see your football skills improve.
This training drill is very effective for the slant and inside crossing routes over the middle.
