Jay Cutler: Three Step Drop
Get comfortable in the pocket. Jay Cutler, quarterback for the Chicago Bears, covers the Three-Step Drop for hitting pass plays. These plays are usually high percentage plays that are commonly called timing routes. Nike Football Pro Moves is a great resource “to be the best, learn from the best”. This football training video offers a valuable perspective from Jay Cutler.
Proper Base:
Start out under center with a good base. You want to have a go-to stance, with your feet shoulder width apart. Not too wide, not too skinny. Your balance is right in the middle, and whatever happens after the snap you won’t be trying to readjust. Then bend your knees, and take the snap. It’s go time.
Step Back:
Take a good step back, hold the ball up and keep your eyes downfield. This sets you in a good position in the pocket. Then take another step, and crossover to cover more ground. By this time the line has pushed back and you’re going to need some distance. Take the third gather step, a step you’re going to throw off of, so plant your feet in a balanced stance that will be the foundation of your throw.
Ball Placement:
As you step back, keep the ball in an active and comfortable position. Not too high, not too low. You don’t want to have to bring it too far up to release it, and keep it safely in front of you. That’s where you’re going to generate your power from, and when you see a man open up downfield, power is your friend.
Throw Mechanics:
Now is when you step forward and target the receiver. Take a comfortable step forward, again not too small and not too big. As your throw comes forward, follow through with your backside foot and bring it around. The follow through with your foot is as important as the follow through with your arm, it’s a total body thing. And by the time you’re done, you’ve won.
