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Punt Block/Pressure Objectives
To block the punt, giving us a touchdown or good field position. Always try to advance a blocked punt, which has not crossed the line of scrimmage.

Block Specialist
Rushers, who are quick, aggressive men who want to block kicks. Aim for the “block point.” (Pressure inside and outside.)

Block/PressureTeam
Some players cover for fake and the rest are in assigned areas for the block. An all out effort by rushers who are in.

Punt Return Scheme
Our scheme is simple:
1. Basic overload to out number the protection by one man, whether it is zone or man protection.
2. Disguise alignment by moving. (stemming and shifting)
3. Pressure all kicks.
a. Returns are automatic reactions if we do not get the block.
b. Return opposite the block.
4. Align 10 men on the line of scrimmage
a. Bring out one or two positions to play fake.























Things To Remember

1. Do not be offsides. Do not get a useless penalty.
2. When we partially block a punt attempt and it crosses the line of scrimmage, do not attempt to cover the ball, it will be
ours anyway. Do not let the ball touch you because the punting team will be eligible to recover it.
3. When we block a punt and it does not cross the line of scrimmage, try to pick it up and advance it towards our goal line.
Both teams are eligible to advance the ball.
4. When rushing a punt to block it, aim one yard in front of where the ball will leave the punter’s foot and look at the ball.
The blocking point is 4 1/2 to 5 yards in front of the punter’s starting point.
5. All blocking must be above the waist on punt pressure.

Punt Return Personnel

1. Proper selection of personnel is the most important aspect of successful blocks and returns.
2. Dependability is the most important trait.

Position Responsibilities

Linebackers Execute the punt pressure or punt return scheme.
D-Tackles Be alert for punt fakes.
D-Ends Execute the punt pressure or punt return scheme. Be alert for punt fakes.
Corners Watch your man for punt fakes; pin your man inside or outside depending on his alignment; execute a block down
field within 5 yards of the punt returner. Give the returner a running lane.
Returner Catch all catchable punts. The football will not hit the ground, especially on the turf. Fair catch only when
absol;utely necessary. (rare ocacsions) Get whatever yardage you can get, however your goal should be a 10 yard return. Be fearless!

Blocking the Punt

Coaching Points
1. Know where the “block point” is. Study the punter.
2. Key the ball. Get off on the snap.
3. As you rush, see the ball all the way. The ball will come off his foot.
4. Run through or lay out on the “blocking point”The blocking point is where you anticipate the kicker’s foot will meet
the ball. Usually the blocking point is 9 to 10 yards from the line of scrimmage and 2 feet to the right or left
depending on whether the kicker is right or left footed.
5. Put your hands on the ball. Catch It! Extend hands, arms and head across the ball.
6. Accelerate at the take-off point.
7. Pick up a blocked punt and score – “Scoop and Score” drill. Fall on a ball that is in the end zone.
8. If a punt is not blocked, sprint to return point.
9. A partially blocked punt which crosses the line of scrimmage is treated as a regular punt.
10. Constant pressure on the punter will eventually force him to shank one.
11. The secret to blocking a punt is the burning desire to block one! Sell out!


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