Todd Drury - Missouri University of Science and Technology




Coach and Coordinator Podcast show

Summary: Todd Drury is in his fourth season on the Missouri University of Science and Technology coaching staff and third as the team's defensive coordinator. Drury, who coaches the Miners' defensive line, served in that capacity during his first season on the staff in 2014. Drury played tight end at Evangel University from 2005-08 and served as a team captain during the 2008 season. He joins the USA Football Coach and Coordinator podcast to discuss his start in coaching, defense philosophy, and the future of football. Show notes :52 Why Drury became a football coach 1:31 Transition from a player to coach 2:27 Keys to coaching development 3:47 3 characteristic for building culture 5:21 Drury’s defense philosophy 8:18 Teaching players quickly and efficiently 11:09 Game planning starts at camp 13:23 Advantages of zone defense 17:58 Mistakes made in his early years as a coach 19:02 Best advice he’s received 23:56 Technology used day-to-day 25:42 How Drury maintains a work-life balance 27:45 Concerns for the future of football 30:04 Two-minute drills 31:58 The winning edge