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Brandon Lacy Sr., Edges, Florida Atlantic

Full video on Glazier Drive:  D-Line Movements & Footwork vs Pressures & Pass Rush Games: Single & Two Gap Movements Along with Run & Pass Stunts

SPEED LADDER FOOTWORK

The session begins with speed ladder drills tailored for different defensive fronts. For odd front teams operating from a four-point stance, players position their feet on the back edge of the ladder and work at a 45-degree angle while simultaneously working their hands. The goal is tight, precise footwork that mimics a typewriter motion, preparing players to strike in tight spaces — particularly useful for teams that slant from a four to a three technique.

THREE-POINT AND TWO-POINT STANCE VARIATIONS

From a three-point stance, players practice a "stick step" — a 90-degree lateral step followed by a vertical burst. The key coaching point is shoulders and chest staying square throughout, as turning the shoulders makes defenders vulnerable to being collected by offensive linemen. The same movement is also drilled from a two-point stance to build comfort and versatility.

LONG STICK / TWO-GAP MOVEMENT

For edge players (like a five technique), a "long stick" involves the initial 90-degree step, a slight crossover or shuffle, and then a third step before going vertical. Keeping shoulders square is emphasized repeatedly here, allowing the defender to cross a lineman's face if there's a rock-back.

REDIRECTION AND PASS RUSH TRANSITION

Players then work on redirecting off a hand cadence, staying as flat as possible down the line of scrimmage. The drill also applies to pass rush scenarios, stressing that wasted movement or early crossover steps slow down the defender's ability to transition upfield quickly.

EYE PROGRESSION WITH BAGS

Bags are introduced so players can focus on their reads without worrying about physical contact. The drill establishes a primary and secondary read system — if the primary key comes to the defender, he crosses his face; if the secondary key goes down, he works off the butt; if the secondary key comes to him, he goes vertical or executes a U-turn.

VIOLENT ONE-GAP MOVEMENTS: STICK VS. STAB

Two distinct movements are defined. The "stick step" involves making the offensive lineman miss, while the "stab step" is a violent button-cross directly through the lineman's face to the next open gap. For players in a two-eye technique, a "next step" technique is introduced — stepping with the near foot rather than crossing over — so the defender doesn't tip the slant while still executing aggressive cross-face footwork.

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