S. 4 E. 2 - Dawson Zimmerman of One on One Kicking - The Batman of Kicking Coaches

In Season 4, Episode 2 of the Iceman Podcast, Dawson Zimmerman, known as the "Batman of Kicking Coaches," shares insights into his kicking career, including his days at Clemson and working with NFL All-Pro, such as AJ Cole. The episode delves into topics such as mental toughness, kicking techniques, and coaching strategies for punters. From dissecting the chain of punting to debunking myths about punting into the wind, Zimmerman provides valuable advice for both aspiring and professional kickers. The episode also features segments on coaching schemas, practice schedules, and handling common errors like low snaps. Additionally, Zimmerman discusses the importance of specialists taking ownership of their schedules and gaining respect in the field. Throughout the episode, there are rapid-fire sections and mythbusters segments presented by The Kicker's Bible, offering practical tips and insights for kickers at all levels. 0:50 - Dawson Zimmerman’s Intro 1:46 - New Segment: Heavy Hitter’s Presented by The Kicker’s Bible. Biggest Fundamental: High School to College Punters Need to Hammer? College to Pro? Raise Your Level of Worst Punt 06:54 - The Chain of Punting: Nose Up Causes. Catch, Load, Contact 9:54 - The Best Punters in the Country: Atlanta 13:27 - Playing Under Coach Sweeney: Dawson’s Viral Moment (9:3) - Includes Brett Comment 18:05 - Teaching by Day, Coaching by Night. Provide a Coaching Schema 21:38 - Practice Schedule for Specialists 24:20 - Punter’s Practice Schedule 26:20 - Warm Up Drop Schedule - Value the Small Things 32:30 - Get Out of the Driving Range Mentality. Pitch Count 32:25 - One Step Line Drive - Drop Alignment 39:00 - Gain Respect as a Specialist 40:15 - Specialists - Take Ownership of Your Schedule 42:36 - Mythbuster: Punting Into the Wind - Lower the Drop? 46:41 - AJ Cole on His Body Position 48:40 - Handling a Low Snap - Common Errors 51:15 - Over striding - Less of a Matter of Distance, More of a Matter of Weight 52:50 - How to Watch Film of Balance of Weight 54:30 - Field Goal Kicker’s Width of Steps - Why Be Tighter or Wider 59:45 - Coaching NFL Specialists 1:02:01 - Mental Cues With NFL Players 1:06:54 - Rapid Fire Section Presented by The Kicker’s Bible 1:08:35 - Mythbusters Section Presented by The Kicker’s Bible 1:10:05 - Dawson’s Video Series With AJ Cole 1:11:20 - Dawson’s Plug for The Kicker’s Bible