One of the most difficult blocks to learn as you pick up the tight end position is the hook block. Like the drive block, this is a block you'll use against a defender lined up in front of you. Trying to hook a linebacker or lineman set up outside of your position will be even more difficult.
Your primary goal with the hook block is to stop the defender from coming across the line of scrimmage and then either blocking him down the line or driving him back down the field.
In order to get superior position and guarantee you stop the defender on the line, it will be necessary for you to take a short step with your outside food. This step should be lateral rather than directly AT the defender and is designed to place your body in front of the defensive player in order to initiate your block.
Take a second step with your other foot directly AT the defender. All the power for your block will come from this step. As the second step pushes into the ground, you should drive your far arm into the chest of the defensive player.
Once in this position and with the defender's movement across the line stopped, you'll need to continue driving with your feet. Use your short, powerful steps.
As you continue your block:
1. Bring your blocking side arm up into the chest of your opponent, underneath their outside armpit.
2. Keep your body directly in front of your opponent.
3. Keep your legs driving
With this type of movement, you should be able to drive the defensive player off the line just as with the drive block or you may get the defender turned by pushing up with your outside arm.
Remember these points as you learn the hook block:
1. Do not "raise up"
2. Keep your shoulders low so you can drive up and through the defender
3. Keep a wide base, feet spread
4. Take short, quick steps
5. Keep your knees flexed
6. Keep your back straight
7. Keep your head up throughout
8. Keep your eyes focused on the center of your opponent's chest
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