exploding off the line

Question
what is the best workout to improve explosion off the line. because I play wide receiver and would like to improve my 40. I run it in a 4.8 and would like to see it improve. thanks

Answer
Dear Martin,

Try playing basketball it will help you get into football shape. You will be doing a lot of running back and forth, and side to side. This will help your coordination, quickness, conditioning, and help improve your foot work to get off the line faster.

You also might want to add handball to your workout schedule. Just like in basketball, handball forces you to run back and forth and side to side.

Handball can be of great help, to a football player, for all the same reasons as basketball. These two sports will help you become a better player.

If you would like to become a better wide receiver please let me know. I have some great football drills I know you would like.

Your friend, Coach Louis