Defense Tips - Block Steering

How to Use Block Steering in College Football 26

A brand-new feature in College Football 26 that can take your run defense to the next level is block steering. This mechanic lets you control the flow of blocks, giving both users and AI defenders the power to influence run lanes — even without shedding blocks.

What is block steering?

Block steering allows engaged defenders to redirect the blocker they’re locked onto. Instead of always trying to shed the block, you can now use leverage and positioning to squeeze gaps and clog up running lanes.

It’s all about momentum and control — pushing the blocker into a space that helps your defense collapse the play.

How to use block steering

Once your defender is engaged with a blocker:

• Hold Right Trigger (Xbox) or R2 (Playstation) to activate the mechanic
• Use the Left Stick to steer the blocker in the direction you want

The strength of the interaction is affected by your player’s:

• Strength
• Weight
• Block Shedding
• Impact Blocking
• Run Blocking

Even if you don’t beat the block outright, you can still impact the play by controlling space and closing running lanes.

Tip: Think beyond the block shed

You don’t always need a clean win to make a difference. Sometimes just nudging a blocker into the lane or plugging the gap is all it takes to blow up a run.