How to Tuck the Football for Yards After the Catch

In football, you want to run for extra yards after catching the football. Defenders are trying to strip the football away. The football could be slick and slip through your hands. Learn how to tuck the football to protect against drops and fumbles. The proper grip and technique gives you a chance to run for more yards after the catch.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

1. Grasp the ball tightly with your fingers once it touches your hand and you catch it. The fingers enable you to control the football.

2. Swing one end of the football under your armpit. Protect that end of the football from defenders trying to knock the ball out your grasp.

3. Position the other end of the football between your middle and pointing fingers. If the football is tucked into your left armpit, use your left hand. If the football is tucked into your right armpit, use your right hand.

4. Apply pressure to the end of the football with your hand, pulling it forcefully into your armpit. Grip the football tight,for a snug fit. Create a protective cradle that reduces the chances of a fumble.

5. Run for more yards after the catch and the ball is tucked away and stable.

Tips & Warnings

• If a defender is about to tackle or hit you, pull the football toward your chest and cover it with your other arm, giving you double protection.
• The moments right after the catch are especially prone to having a defender successfully knocking the football from your arms, so it's important to quickly tuck the football in the cradle of your arms.

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