Jodi Kopecky asked:

Can a player remove his equipment for weigh ins if he is over the weight the day of a game to see if he makes the weight

Jason’s answer:

There are some kids who are genetically too tall to be able to make the weight limits of some youth football teams. Or, they may have an exceptionally large frame. I have talked to some very large NFL players who did not play youth football because t... Continue reading »

Ryan Stewart asked:

Anyone know of any coaching clinic's in the Philadelphia area?

Jason’s answer:

Look at www.megaclinic.com and look up the Nike coach of the year clinic in your area. Also. USA football runs clinics for youth coaches through almost every NFL team. All of these clinics happen between February and May.

Coach Sledge asked:

Where will Michael Vick Go?

Jason’s answer:

He won't sign with anybody until after the beginning of the season. Wait to se the first starting quarterback to go down.

Robert Galvan asked:

Some coaches have recommended the 5-3 defense for youth football. We cannot use a nose-guard in our league. how would the players line-up

Jason’s answer:

I would slide the NG to the strong side of the Offevsive formation and line up over the guard. If the offense is even strength, Slide the NG to the guard on the wide side of the field. If all else fails, slide your NG to one guard, bring your MBL up ... Continue reading »

Victor Roa asked:

This i our first year as coaches for jv football (4,5,6th grades). Can anyone help with drills,plays, etc. The team has not won/scored in2yr

Jason’s answer:

First, concentrate on the basics (stance, blocking, and tackling). Then build your offense from front to back Put your BEST blockers on the line (even if they are also your best ball carriers). If there is no hole, even an All-Star wouldn't gain a ya... Continue reading »