![]() A defensive back lives on the edge and must thrive on the challenge of anxious moments. Ultimately, in a close contest, the defensive back will be expected to “come through in the clutch.” Defensive backs must have the mental toughness to welcome a win or lose situation with the confidence to succeed. Mental discipline is playing tough in critical situations. He must discipline him self to avoid late hits. Often a defensive back arrives at a play just as the whistle blows. Another discipline required is the know how to stop on a whistle. A good player knows the fine line between making a play and the penalty play. The plays a defensive back makes are often times one-on-one in clear view of an official. Focus on the present and do not dwell on a mistake.ĭiscipline and mental toughness also includes a player’s matruity to avoid sensless penalties. The player must place a bad play behind him and move on to the next down. Tough athlete will respond with pride and confidence. ![]() An offense will succeed at times, and a mentally Mental toughness is the ability to respond to negative situations. A good defensive back executes his assignment which, at times,Ĭan require a great deal of patience and discipline. Importance of each play, alignment, and assignment. The mental toughness or discipline a player has contributes greatly to his effectiveness as a player. Keys, schemes, and how to diagnose the offensive play. Know the alignments, sets, eligible receivers, Intelligence – Know the call! Know the strategy of the defense. Poise – Have the composure and charisma to perform well under pressure.ĭesire – Play with intensity, determined to win at all times, and be the best at your position. One the same note, be able to bounce back following Know and do your job.Ĭonfidence – Accept a challenge knowing you will succeed. Pride – Take pride in getting the job done. Qualities are vital to a complete secondary player: The mental characteristics are equally or more important in the make-up of a quality defensive back. Skills as a contact player including, but not limited to, tackling, defeating a block, busting up a receiver, etc. ![]() Reaction time – transfer an impulse from the brain into action. Ability to change directions in minimal time.ĭ. ![]() Motor skills – (quickness is always a premium)Ĭ. The fundamental physical characteristics of a defensive back are:Ģ. In run support, pass defense, ot tackling, a defensive back must possess courage and the will to play aggressively. A player with coowardly tendecies will ultimately lose. The ability to hit and play “contact” football is also important. It is only a matter of time until an opponent will exploit a defensive back lacking speed or quickness. Athleticism, in general, is important, but an athlete slow of foot or lacking quickness cannot play effectively in the secondary. The physical characteristics of a defensive back primarily focus on speed and quickness. ![]()
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