Attackers need to re-allign quickly and make the correct decision in attack. Defence should drift off defender to try and cover. Defenders and attackers need good, clear communication. No rucking, Just the player tackled/on the floor and an acting scrum-half. Maybe use groups of player who are likely to play next/near to each other - eg - In attack use the back line or the pack.
If you allow your player to kick it, make sure they kick it far so they can't easily challenge and ruin the whole idea of the drill. Allow the player to be creative, only stop the drill for an injury. If there's a talking point you want to raise, wait for the drill to finish.
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