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Player Tips: DeAndre Moore, Jr, of St. John Bosco Talks About the "Burger Grip" for Wide Receivers

September 23, 2022
Alabama commit DeAndre Moore Jr. explains his unique "burger grip" catching technique.

DeAndre Moore Jr., a star wide receiver at St. John Bosco in Bellflower, California, and Alabama commit, shares his approach to catching the football. Moore explains the "burger grip" concept, comparing catching a football to holding a burger tightly.

Rather than softly receiving the ball, Moore emphasizes gripping it firmly upon contact to secure the catch. This technique has helped him become one of the most reliable receivers in the country, earning him recognition as one of the top wide receiver prospects in his class.