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Ramon Chinyoung Sr. - Assistant O-Line Coach, Dallas Cowboys

Watch the entire video on Glazier Drive:  Every Day O-Line Drills for Pass Protection

SUMMARY

This transcript features a Dallas Cowboys offensive line coach demonstrating essential pass protection techniques and daily drills for developing elite pass blockers. The coach emphasizes the Cowboys' specific methodology while showing both correct execution and common mistakes using actual NFL players as examples.

KEY COACHING POINTS AND TECHNIQUES

The coach outlines four critical fundamentals for proper pass protection. First, the outside knee must split the defender's crotch to maintain proper leverage. Second, the offensive lineman's outside eye should align with the defender's inside eye for optimal positioning. Third, the blocker must cover the defender's inside number with his body to prevent inside moves. Fourth, the outside hand attacks the defender's outside number while the inside hand serves as a catch or clasp hand.

DRILL PROGRESSION AND STRUCTURE

Training follows a systematic progression starting with two-hand punch techniques, then transitioning to independent hand punches. Each drill builds upon the previous one, moving from basic punch mechanics to punch-and-transition combinations. The coach stresses that every drill should have clear progression and directly translate to game film situations.

PLAYER EXAMPLES AND CORRECTIONS

Using Pro Bowl players as examples, the coach demonstrates both proper technique and common errors. He shows how players can become "too square" in their stance, inviting bull rushes and inside moves. He identifies weight distribution issues during transitions that can be corrected through pole drill visualization.

TECHNICAL DETAILS AND COACHING CUES

The coach emphasizes keeping cleats close to the ground throughout all movements, maintaining tight elbows, and proper weight distribution between feet. He introduces an imaginary pole across the lineman's back to visualize proper body positioning during transitions. When the pole "tilts," it indicates too much weight on the outside foot.

AVOIDING COMMON MISTAKES

A major coaching point involves preventing players from "playing the drill" rather than reacting to actual defensive movement. Players sometimes begin transitioning before the defender actually moves inside, creating bad habits. He recommends using eye discipline drills where players maintain vertical momentum until receiving a visual cue to transition.

BRINGING DRILLS TO LIFE

The coach repeatedly stresses that all practice drills must translate directly to game situations. He advocates for slowing down film study, breaking down specific techniques with players, and ensuring every drill connects to game tape. This philosophy ensures practice time directly improves game performance rather than developing isolated skills.

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