The Screen Drill

Description

A well-executed screen is one of the hardest plays to defend in flag football. This drill builds the acting, timing, and acceleration out of the catch that make a screen go for big yards.

Instructions

1. QB takes snap and fakes a look downfield.
2. Screen receiver (WR or RB) drifts casually behind the LOS into the flat.
3. QB dumps off the short pass to the screen receiver.
4. Screen receiver catches the ball and turns upfield immediately.
5. Add a defender for live coverage reps.

Points to Stress

• QB: sell the downfield look. Make the defense commit.
• Screen receiver: drift casually — don't run a route. You're acting like you're not involved.
• On the catch: TURN NORTH immediately — not east-west.
• This play works because of deception, not athleticism.