Q&A for How to Juke in Football

You can try doing the agility ladder training. Look up online to learn how to do it properly.

You can use a spin move, that is turning 360 degrees really fast. Or a stiff arm, stick your arm out and hit the person in the chest with and open hand.

I plant mine soft but firm, that way you can add spring to your step but then the firm allows you to stop any defensive action.

It should take 8-10 seconds max. If you can't do that, keep practicing, you will get there.

If you’re fast, have good hands, and like scoring, try wide receiver or running back. If you’re strong and like tackling, linebacker or safety might fit. If you like controlling the game and making smart plays, quarterback could be your move. Just try a few out — your body type, speed, and mindset will tell you what feels right.

It depends on where the defender’s coming from. If they’re straight ahead, use a quick side step or cut. If they’re coming at an angle, spin away from them. Make them commit first — wait till they move or reach, then juke opposite.

You need timing and body control. When the ball’s coming, track it with your eyes, jump before the defender, and use your body to box them out (like in basketball). Go up strong with both hands, snatch it at the highest point, then bring it in quick before they can swat it.

Use speed changes — start slow, then burst fast. Or use fakes — lean one way, cut the other. Keep your route clean and sharp, and don’t run straight lines the whole time. Defenders bite when you make them think you’re doing something else.

You can’t guard your flags with your hands or arms, but you can turn your body when someone reaches for a flag. Practicing how to twist your hips or spin really helps. It’s all about positioning — make it hard for defenders to grab your flag without actually using your hands to block.

Trucking is all about leverage and power. You lower your pads, stay balanced, and hit through their chest or shoulder with your legs still driving. Never lean too far forward or you’ll fall. Keep your core tight, eyes up, and just explode through them. It’s not just about size — it’s about momentum.

When a defender approaches, extend your arm, placing your hand on their shoulder pad or helmet, and push down or away while maintaining a bent elbow. Avoid swinging wildly; instead, guide them off your body to maintain your balance. Keep the ball secure with your free arm and continue moving forward.