Moving Pocket Throws
Throwing & Decision-Making
Legend
- player
- cones
- ball
- movement path
How it works
Throw accurately while moving left or right out of the pocket.
What you need
- cones
- football
Your focus
QBs rarely throw from a stationary pocket. Training throws on the move builds the body control and footwork needed to deliver accurate passes under real-game scramble pressure.
Mark a pocket zone (2 yards wide) with cones. Place two target cones 10 yards downfield.
Start in the pocket. On signal, roll out left.
Set feet, throw to the target before a 3-second count.
5 reps rolling left, 5 reps rolling right.
Track completions (throws landing within 1 yard of target).
Goal
You've got it when your throws land within 1 yard of the target cone regardless of which direction you rolled out.
Helpful cues
- Set your feet before you throw, even one step is enough
- Keep your eyes downfield, not on the ground
- Hips point to your target at release
Adjust the challenge
Make it easier
Strip it back
Roll out at walk pace to focus on footwork before adding speed.
UpLVL it
Add the next challenge
Add a 3-second rush count, must release before time expires.No account needed
Build a practice plan
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