John Michael Schmitz, the center for the New York Giants, recently participated in a training session with retired NFL player A.Q. Shipley, who has a Super Bowl ring from his time with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The workout, shared on social media, focused on refining techniques in the shotgun formation, particularly blocking schemes against nose tackles, which are crucial in today's pass-heavy NFL. Shipley, who has extensive experience in the league, highlighted the importance of both physical and mental skills for success at the center position. Schmitz, drafted in the second round of the 2023 NFL Draft, has been improving his performance after facing early criticism and an injury that cut his 2025 season short. This training session underscores the significance of proper hand placement and leverage in managing interior defensive pressure, as emphasized by Shipley through his 'Shipyard' training program.