3 types of Linebacker movement and when to use each one: 1. SHUFFLE The Shuffle involves square shoulders and square hips. It allows you to move with power, and it’s great for changing directions. The downfall is that it’s SLOW. Shuffle for as long as possible, until you need more speed. 2. SCRAPE The Scrape involves square shoulders and TURNED hips. It’s faster than the Shuffle, but less efficient when it comes to changing directions. Transition to a Scrape when you need more SPEED than the Shuffle will allow. 3. SHOOT The Shoot is an all-out sprint. It’s the fastest type of movement, but the worst for changing directions. Shoot the play once you’re SURE about where to go. FINAL THOUGHT Every Linebacker should master the Shuffle/Scrape/Shoot. Efficient movements lead to big plays.

Here’s a 1 minute and 22 second masterclass on Linebacker play from Luke Kuechly: