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Overview.............................................................................................................................4Alignment & Numbering..................................................................................................5
Alignment........................................................................................................................5Play Calling.....................................................................................................................5Cadence............................................................................................................................6Huddle..............................................................................................................................6
Formations..........................................................................................................................7Right................................................................................................................................7Left...................................................................................................................................7Strong Right.....................................................................................................................7Strong Left.......................................................................................................................7Tight Right.......................................................................................................................7Tight Left.........................................................................................................................8Red...................................................................................................................................8Blue..................................................................................................................................8Slot Right.........................................................................................................................8Slot Left...........................................................................................................................8
Motion & Shifting..............................................................................................................9Motion..............................................................................................................................9
Defensive Fronts vs. Base Wing T..................................................................................10Versus 5-2 (Cover 2).....................................................................................................10Versus 5-3 (Cover 1).....................................................................................................10Versus 4-4 (40 Gap, Cover 1)........................................................................................11
Plays by Formation..........................................................................................................12Right..............................................................................................................................12Tight T...........................................................................................................................13Slot Left.........................................................................................................................14
Glossary............................................................................................................................16Offensive Line Techniques and Blocking Rules............................................................18
Alignment......................................................................................................................18Base Blocking Rule Progression...................................................................................18Blocking Schemes.........................................................................................................19Drive Block Progression................................................................................................19Down Block Progression...............................................................................................20
Power Series (100)............................................................................................................22Overview........................................................................................................................22Right 125 Toss (Left 126 Toss).....................................................................................25Right C 148 Toss Sweep (Left C 147 Toss Sweep)......................................................27Right 144 Counter Trap (Left 145 Counter Trap).........................................................29Right C 121 Counter Trap (Left C 122 Counter Trap)..................................................31Right 125 Power (Left 126 Power)................................................................................33Right 127 Sweep (Left 128 Sweep)...............................................................................35Right 127 Halfback Pass................................................................................................37Right 125 Keep Pass (Left 126 Keep Pass)...................................................................38
Belly Series (200)..............................................................................................................39Overview........................................................................................................................39Right C 234 Belly Cross Block (Left C 233 Belly Cross Block)..................................41Right C 244 Double Dive (Left C 243 Double Dive)....................................................44Right 235 Down (Left 236 Down).................................................................................46
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Right 227 Belly Sweep..................................................................................................48Right C 234 Option (Left C 233 Option).......................................................................49Right 235 Option (Left 236 Option)..............................................................................54Right 235 Keeper Pass...................................................................................................56
Cross Buck Series (400)...................................................................................................57Overview........................................................................................................................57Tight Right 430 Wedge (Tight Left C 430 Wedge)......................................................59Right C 431 Trap (Left C 432 Trap)..............................................................................61Right C 425 (Left C 426)...............................................................................................66Right C 425 Keep Out (Left C 426 Keep Out)..............................................................69Right C 431 Bootleg (Left C 431 Bootleg)...................................................................71Right C 425 Keep Pass (Left C 426 Keep Pass)............................................................73
3 Step Passing (99)...........................................................................................................75Blue 99 Slant..................................................................................................................75Blue 99 Hitch.................................................................................................................76Blue 99 Jet.....................................................................................................................77
NOT USED.......................................................................................................................78Fly Sweep Series (300).....................................................................................................78
Blue Laser 328 Fly Sweep.............................................................................................78Blue Laser 332 Trap......................................................................................................79Blue Laser 336 Down....................................................................................................80Blue Rocket 347 Fly Sweep..........................................................................................81Blue Rocket 347 Kick Sweep........................................................................................82Right C 221 Counter Trap.............................................................................................84Right 32 Waggle Left (Buck Sweep Series)..................................................................85Right C 446 Counter (Left C 445 Counter)...................................................................87
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Overview
The offense is an adaptation of the Wing-T made famous by the University of Delaware. The offense is designed in complete backfield series, which presents multiple threats to the defense on each play. Each series is designed with a few basis plays at the primary point of attack with complimentary counter, play action pass, or option plays. Most plays have at least two complements. The use of several formations and motions increases the effort of the defense with no change of assignments for the offense.
1) Power Series (100)– is the Halfback series and brings both power and finesse to the offense. Each play utilizes lead blocking from multiple backs and pulling offensive lineman at the point of attack.
2) Belly Series (200)– is designed around the Fullback who is running to the off tackle hole. All of the backs are flowing to the play side. The quarterback will either give it to the fullback or execute the option or pass on the flank.
3) Speed Series/Jet Sweep Series (300)- is based on the full sprint motion of one of the backs across the formation directly behind the quarterback. Once the ball is snapped, many of the core Wing-T plays can be run. The sweep plays are designed to use our speed to get to the sideline:
4) Cross Buck Series (400) – is based on misdirection off of the diving (“bucking”) fullback up the middle. The series attacks the defense from inside out and forces the defense to defend all four backs on each play. The series is predicated on precision and ball faking.
5) 3 Step Passing – is designed to maintain ball control via short high percentage pass plays utilizing four receivers running combination routes
The Wing –T is a multi formation run oriented attack. The passing plays are designed to hit those areas that are covered by defenders whose immediate assignments must be to control the running plays. Play-action passes create defensive conflicts that make it difficult for these defenders to concentrate on either phase.
Why the Wing-T for youth football:1) The core of the offense relies on balance, deception, and angle blocking to gain an advantage over the
defense.2) The offense is ball control attack. During a football game, each team will get the ball between eight
and ten times. The team that controls the ball by making first downs with the least risk of turning the ball over will decrease their opponent's opportunities to have the ball and increase their own chance of winning. We must control field position.
3) The attack is dependent on good execution from all eleven players and not on the superior ability of one or two players.
4) You can spread the wealth with a four back attack5) It gives your team an identity/attitude
Sources:The Delaware Wing-T: An Order of Football, by Harold "Tubby" Raymond and Ted Kempski; Belly Series in the Delaware Wing T, written by Ted Kempski; Youth Football Using The Wing-T, by Bryan L. Schaumloffel; Wing-T, by Malcom Robinson; http://www.bucksweep.com/; http://www.fbforyouth.com/; http://bcwarrior.coachingstaff.com/; Double Slot Wing-T; http://www.geocities.com/wingtplaybook/; Senator Football; The 2005 DC Wing T by Clarke L. Wilkins; Footbal Coaching A to Z
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Alignment & Numbering
Alignment
Position Number AlignmentCenter C Over ballGuard RG/LG 1’ split from heel of center; 3-point stanceTackle RT/RT 1’ split from outside foot of Guard; widen additional 6” if no one
is in gap; 3-point stanceTight End Y (TE) 1’ split from outside foot of Tackle; widen additional 6” if no one
is in gap; 3-point stanceSplit End X (SE) 7 to 10 yards outside of Tackle; 2-point stance eyes on the footballQuarterback 1 Under CenterHalfback 2 (A) Align at Fullback’s depth, split the outside foot of the Tackle; 2-
point stance eyes forwardFullback 3 (B) Heels 4 yards off of line of scrimmage; 2-point stance eyes
forwardWingback 4 (C) 3 yards from outside foot of Tackle and 2 yards off of line of
scrimmage; 2-point stance eyes forward. When aligning to the Tight End side this alignment will put the Wingback 1 yard from the outside foot of the Tight End
Play Calling
Play Call Formation SeriesWB/HBMotion
Ball Carrier Hole
Tag(Play Type)
1. Right 125 Toss Right 100 2 5 Toss2. Right C 234 Belly Right 200 C 3 4 Belly3. Red Charlie 348
FlyRed 300 Charlie 4 8 Fly Sweep
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C RG RT YLT LGX
1
4
32
3x2 yds
4 yds
6 - 8 yds
0 1 3 5 7 2468 A B C D AB C D
HolesGaps
A B
C
Cadence
We will use a simple cadence: “Down, Red, Set, GO”. The quarterback will snap the ball on one of five cadence calls:
On Down “Down”On Red “Down, Red”On Go “Down, Red, Set, Go”On 2 “Down, Red, Set, Go; Red, Set, Go”Sleep “Down, Red, Set, Go; Red, Set, Go, Red, Set, Go Timeout”
We want the snap count to be a “sing song”, rhythmic count. Shifting happens on down. Motion starts on Red.
Huddle
The Center calls the huddle All eyes are on the Quarterback The Quarterback is the ONLY player to speak in the huddle The play will be called twice. After the first call, the Center, Tight End, and Split
End break the huddle When the huddle breaks after the second call, everyone sprints into position in
ready stance
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CRGRT
Y
LTLG
X
1
432
8 yards
Formations
Right
Left
Strong Right
Strong Left
Tight Right
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Tight Left
Red
Blue
Slot Right
Slot Left
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A C
C A
Motion & Shifting
Motion
We have two types of motion Extended (Charlie and Abel) and 3 Step (C and A). The letter of the motion indicates which back goes in motion: A or Abel (Halfback) and C or Charlie (Wingback) All motion is full speed. All motion starts on “Red”
Motion Call RuleC Tells the WB to go in a 3 step short motion; QB snaps the
ball when the WB is in the diveback position behind the Tackle
A Tells the HB to go in a 3 step short motion; QB snaps the ball when the HB is in the diveback position behind the Tackle
Charlie Tells the WB to go in motion across the formation at full speed through a spot 1 yard behind QB.
Abel Tells the HB to go in motion across the formation at full speed through a spot 1 yard behind QB.
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YX
14
3
2 “Charlie”
“C”
YX
14
3
2 “Abel”
“A”
Defensive Fronts vs. Base Wing T
It is important for us to recognize the defensive alignment to make sure we block the right assignments. The following shows our base Wing T alignment versus the common defenses our opponents are expected to play.
Versus 5-2 (Cover 2)
Versus 5-3 (Cover 1)
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EC
SS
N TTE
B B
C
FS
Contain
Alley Support(D Gap)
Alley Support(D Gap)
Contain
AGap
BGap
CGap
AGap
BGap
CGap
EC
B
N TTE
B BC
FS
Contain
Alley Support(D Gap)
AGap
BGap
CGap
AGap
BGap
DGap
DGap
#0
#1
#2 #3
#4
#5
#1
#2#3
#4
#5
#0 #2
#4
#2#3
#1
#3
#4#5
#5
CGap
Versus 4-4 (40 Gap, Cover 1)
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Contain
Alley Support(D Gap)
Alley Support(D Gap)
AGap
BGap
CGap
AGap
BGap
CGap
DGap
EC
B
TTE
B BC
FS
B
#2
#3#2#3 #1#4
#4
#5
#5
#1
Plays by Formation
Right
127 Bootleg 144 Counter 121 Counter Trap 125 Toss 125 Keep Pass 148 Toss Sweep 125 Power 127 Sweep
234 Belly Option 234 Belly 242 Sally 235 Down 235 Down Option 234 Keep Pass 244 Double Dive 221 Counter 225 Down Sweep 235 Keep Pass
431 Bootleg 446 Counter 431 Trap 425 Cross Buck 425 Keep Out 430 Wedge 425 Down 425 Keep Pass
425 Trap
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CLGLT RERTRGLE
QB WB
FBHB
Tight T
127 Bootleg 125 Power 127 Sweep125 Keep Pass
234 Belly Option 234 Belly 233 Belly 233 Belly Option234 Belly Pass 244 Double Dive 223 Double Dive 233 Belly Keep Pass
431 Bootleg 444 Counter 431 Trap 425 Cross Buck 425 Keep Out430 Wedge 425 Keep Out Pass\
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CLGLT RERTRGLE
QB
FBHB WB
Slot Left
124 Counter 145 Power 145 Sweep
233 Belly 233 Belly Option233 Keep Pass
431 Bootleg 426 Counter 431 Trap 445 Cross Buck 445 Keep Out445 Keep Pass
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CLGLT RERTRGLE
QBWB
FB HB
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Glossary
Base Block: Blocking progression unless otherwise called: Gap, On, Linebacker
Cross Block (XB): Outside man blocks down to stop penetration and inside man blocks out.
Counter: Backs run opposite to the called play with the exception of the ball carrier, who runs to the point of attack.
Double Team: Block where one lineman executes a post block and an adjacent lineman executes a down (lead) block.
Down Block: Stepping with your inside foot and placing your head to the inside of the defender "on" the first man to your inside and no further. Do not chase a man who further inside than on that man. Read up to the next level.
Downfield Block: Block downfield at the closest point where you will intercept the defender’s (usually the safety’s) path to the ball/hole
Fold (Gut) Block: Step around tail of adjacent lineman and wall off linebacker.
Gap: Zone between two offensive linemen.
Gap Block: Block man in your inside seam.
Keep Pass: QB keeps the ball in direction of the offensive call and executes run or pass option.
Lead Block: The down block in a double team, and includes a read up responsibility.
Load: An adjustment to option blocking where the halfback blocks the option man (3) and the end stalks the contain man (5).*
Log block: Drive toward point of attack attempting to get head outside and hook defensive man. If man opens up, kick him out.*
On Block Block man aligned on the line of scrimmage and between the inside shoulder and outside shoulder
Option: QB executes of one two alternatives, keep or pitch.
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Post: The inside block of a double team where the blocker protects his inside seam after contact with the defensive man. The post block is an “on” block by the inside blocker. The post blocker maintains his "eyes inside" and is ready to use his inside flipper to pick up any run thru or delayed blitzers. It’s also very important to teach the post blocker to keep his hips tight with the pivot blockers hips. It’s his responsibility!
Reach Block: Step laterally playside and block adjacent defender.
Read Up: Step to block down, if defensive man on adjacent man stunts away, block backer.
Slide and Hinge: Block used by backside offensive lineman on play action pass (also use on Sally play). Take slide step to inside (playside) gaining inside leverage on defender and force him upfield.
Stalk: Release off the line with speed to drive the defensive back off the line. As the DB relinquishes his cushion, come under control and maintain your position between him and the ball carrier. Under no circumstances should you permit the DB to support through you.
Trap Block: Block by offside lineman on defensive lineman along the line of scrimmage at the point of attack (playside).
Wall Off Block: Block defensive pursuit at a point immediately beyond line of scrimmage. Mainly used by pulling guards leading through the playside hole.
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Offensive Line Techniques and Blocking Rules
Alignment
All linemen will assume a two-point stance when reaching the line of scrimmage. The Center should be ready to snap the ball. We want our linemen off the ball as far as legally possible. Both guards should align their feet in a position where the tops of their Helmets will intersect the belt of the center when they are in a three point stance. The Tackles and ends will align their down hands even with the guard’s down hand rather than aligning their feet. This will create a straight offensive line that is off the ball as far as legally possible.
Base Blocking Rule Progression
All blocking will be “Base” unless otherwise called in the huddle with one of the following Tags:
Belly Power Sweep/Toss Trap Down
Base blocking rule progression: “Gap, On, Linebacker”
1st. Gap – block defender in your inside gap2nd. On (or Base) – block defender head up. A defender who lines up from
your inside shoulder to your outside shoulder is considered head up or “On”.
3rd. Linebacker – block first linebacker your side
Remember: “G.O.L”
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Blocking Schemes
Lineman need to listen for the following word cues (or tags) in the play call which may change their base blocking rule:
Base Trap Power Toss Belly XB (SE)
Down Sweep
Center Man on, Man Away
Post nose or cover BSG
Man on, Man Away
Man on, Man Away
Man on, Man Away
Man on, Man Away
Man on, Man Away
PSG Gap, On, LB Gap, Lead, LB
Gap, On, LB Gap, On, LB Gap, Pull and kick out first man past tackle
Pull and kick out End
Gap, On, LB
PST Gap, On, LB 1st LB playside
Gap, On (Post), LB
Gap, On, LB Gap, Down, On
Gap, Down, LB
Gap, On, LB
PSE (TE)
Gap, On, LB On, LB Gap, Lead, LB
Gap, On (Post), Down (Lead)
Downfield @ the hole
Gap, down, LB
Gap, On, LB
BSG Gap, On, LB Pull and trap first lineman in or past the hole
Pull, lead thru hole and wall off
Pull, lead thru hole and wall off
Gap, On, LB Gap, On, LB Pull, lead thru hole and wall off
BST Reach Reach Reach Reach Reach Reach ReachBSE (SE)
Downfield @ the hole
Downfield @ the hole
Downfield @ the hole
Downfield @ the hole
Nearest 2nd level defender to the inside
Downfield @ the hole
Downfield @ the hole
Drive Block Progression
This block is used to block a down defender lined up “On” an offensive lineman. “On” is defined as a defender "on" the line of scrimmage (LOS) and aligned in such a way that his helmet is between the shoulder pads of the offensive lineman. A simple method to teach this is to have the linemen extend their arms straight out from their shoulders toward the other end zone, anyone between their hands is "On".
1) On “Down”, the offensive line snaps down into a three point stance:a) Feet (toes) even with each other, do not stagger or use a heel to toe alignmentb) Head is up, back is flat, and eyes are focused on the chin of the defensive lineman
2) At the snap of the ball, the blocker takes a short 6” step (the “Drive” step) with the playside foota) The first step is playside b) He is NOT to have made contact with the defender at this point! Contact comes
on the second step.c) This sets the blocker up for the power that's now about to come out of it when he
drives out using that foot.d) Chest should still be over knees
3) The blocker explodes off of the drive step to make his second step (the “Engagement” step).
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a) The defender is engaged as the second foot comes downb) The lead foot should be almost directly below his head. This should result in a 90
degree bend in the knee of the back foot at this point. The front foot should also have a 90 degree bend at the knee.
4) On the second step the elbows are bent at a 90 degree angle (for maximum arm push) and with the thumbs of the hands pointed up. The offensive lineman fires out head up, knees bent, numbers over knees, eyes above foot of second step, and back flat. Hands are in “pistols” (semi-closed fists with thumbs up, index fingers pointed forward) and the elbows are cocked, locked, and ready to strike.a) The hands punch to fit, squeeze, and lift up. The helmet follows, nose to the
armpit, simply to keep the blocker low. i) Aiming point for the hands should be at the outside edge of the outside jersey
number. Pointed index finger goes to armpit. ii) Punch with both hands to stop his momentum and find the outside edge of his
front shoulder pads of the chest. This should be near the armpits. iii) Squeeze the hands towards one another and lift up high on his gear. The
knuckles of the hands will be under the gear and the thumbs over the top. The helmet follows the playside hand. The level of the eyes should be even with the hands when they make contact, with head to the playside of defender, nose to armpit. Any helmet contact against the defender is incidental. The helmet is not part of the blow.
b) Do not extend your arms after the blow - you have no leverage that way. Extend the arms only if you feel him getting away. Until then, roll the hips under the body and drive while lifting up on the opponent’s gear.
c) Keep the elbows in and drive with your feet. Get your body and shoulder pads into the man and do not allow him to separate. Work the hips to the playside (between the defender and the hole)
d) Drive until the whistle or until your man is on the ground underneath you.
Down Block Progression
This block is used to block the first man to your inside and no further that is lined up on the line of scrimmage. We do not want to block down on more than one position to the inside.
1) The 6” drive step is to the inside at 45° towards the defender on the man next to you2) If the defender is attacking up field the head goes in front of the defender and the far
side shoulder locks into the defender below his shoulder. This forms a L that locks the defender in as he is driven into the track and away from the play and the LOS. We start teaching this by saying anyone on the LOS will be head in front. Coming towards the LOS equals attacking.
3) The key is blocking surface and we want to maximize the area provided to us by the angle block. We want our blocker’s shoulder, head, and hands on the defender and driving him down the track. Never lean into a defender; keep your center of gravity low and stay under the defender as you drive him upward. Drive your hips into him so that your body stays under his. Feet constantly moving towards the defender.
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4) The linemen cock their arms at the hips with bent elbows and palms up. As they begin to make contact with their shoulder and head they strike into the ribcage and chest (far side hand and near side hand respectively) with the palms and drives upward and forward maintaining contact and force throughout the block. You don’t re-cock and strike again instead you keep driving into the defender with the palms as you lock into the defender with the head and shoulder. The reason for this is two fold; one you want to get the defender on his toes and moving down the track and secondly you want to have a large blocking surface (palm of hands, head, and shoulder) that controls the defenders movements as he tries to break away. Never ever let your hands, shoulders, or head disengage the defender. Always work to maintain your initial placement as you drive upward into the defender and drive him down the track.
5) If the down block is a lead block on a double team, the blocker must put his head on the defender’s back and the near shoulder locks in below the defender’s shoulder. The lead blocker drives the defender hard to the inside as the post man gains momentum and swings his hips into the down blocker, the two of them open a hole vertically and horizontally while gobbling up all linebackers and safeties in their path.
6) If a defender slants away, do not chase, stay on your track to the next level (i.e., read up).
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Power Series (100)
Overview
Formations Right/Left Tight Right/Left Red/Blue Right/Left Over Strong Right/Left Doubles Tight Nasty Right/Left
Base Plays Toss (TE/WB) Toss (SE) HB Counter (TE/WB) WB Counter (SE) FB Wedge HB Power HB Sweep HB Pass Keep Pass (TE/WB)
Tags Toss Trap (Counter) Wedge
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Base Backfield Action
Rig
htTE/WB SE
Lef
t
QB - Reverse pivot, make short pitch, read block of FB, lead HB through hole and block #1 outside defender
WB - Influence defensive end and block 2nd outside defender
HB - Arc step, follow lead blocks of QB/FBFB - Head for tail of TE, kick out or log the
defensive end
QB - Reverse pivot, make short pitch, lead on cornerback (#1 outside defender)
WB - 3 step motion, take pitch and follow lead QB block
HB - Step at 45°, block outside number of defensive end
FB - Open step play side, head for outside foot of Tackle and seal to the inside
Base Blocking Rules
Toss Wedge Trap - SE Trap – TE/WB Sweep PowerTight End Gap, on, down
(TE/WB), block post (SE)
Step inside, drive inside shoulder into T’s ribs, and drive up field
Block post Gap-linebacker Gap, On, LB Gap, Down (Lead), LB
Center Step play side, block man on man away
Drive man on, assist with 1st man play side.
Step play side, Man on, man away, cover pulling guard
Step play side, Man on, man away, cover pulling guard
Step play side, Man on, man away
Step play side, Man on, man away
Play side Tackle
Gap, on, linebacker
Step inside, drive inside shoulder into G’s ribs, and drive up field
Gap, down, Linebacker
First linebacker play side (TE/WB)
Gap, On, LB Gap, On (Post), LB
Play side Guard
Gap, on, linebacker
Drive man on assist with 1st man play side
First linebacker play side
Gap, down, linebacker
Gap, On, LB Gap, On, LB
Backside Guard
Pull, lead through hole, and wall off
Step inside, drive inside shoulder into C’s ribs, and drive up field
Pull and block first man in or past hole
Pull and block first man in or past hole
Pull, lead through hole, and wall off
Pull, lead through hole, and wall off
Backside Tackle
Reach Step inside, drive inside shoulder into G’s ribs, and drive up field
Reach Reach Reach Reach
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Toss Wedge Trap - SE Trap – TE/WB Sweep PowerSplit End Release inside
and block nearest second level defender to the inside (SE). Block downfield at hole on toss to TE/WB side.
Block middle of field (Safety)
Release inside and block nearest second level defender to the inside (SE).
Block downfield at hole
Block downfield at hole
Block downfield at hole
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Right 125 Toss (Left 126 Toss)
Versus 5-2
Play Side BacksideC Man on, man away G Gap, on, linebacker Pull, lead through hole, block linebacker to
safety and seal to the insideT Gap, on , linebacker Reach
TE “Off” - Gap, down, linebacker. “On” – Gap, on, linebacker
SE Release inside flat and block middle of field FSQB Reverse pivot, make short pitch to Halfback, pull, and lead Halfback. Read block of
Fullback. If the fullback kicks the End out, lead through the hole. If the Fullback hooks/logs the End, lead outside. Block first defender outside WB block
FB Head for tail of TE, kick out or log the defensive end
If End is…. FB BlockBoxing outside in Kick-outOutside shoulder or wider of TE (8 or 9 tech) Kick outHead up or inside TE (6 or tighter tech) LogScrapping down the LOS LogCrashing Log
HB Ball carrier. Open step , crossover, gain depth (no deeper than one yard behind FB near hip). Stay square to the line of scrimmage, take toss and follow block of the QB. Allow the pulling lineman to cross face before hitting the hole
WB “Off” - Influence man on or inside TE, block nearest second level defender inside corner“On” – Block down and double team man on TE
Notes
Other formationsRed C 126 Toss, Double Wing C 126 Toss, Slide to Right 126 Toss
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N TT EE
B BC
C
SSFS
Versus 4-4
Versus 5-3
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EC
B
TTE
B B
C
FS
B
E
CB
N TTE
B B
C
FS
Right C 148 Toss Sweep (Left C 147 Toss Sweep)Versus 5-3
Play Side BacksideC Man on, man away G Gap, on, linebacker Pull, lead through hole, block linebacker to
safety and seal to the insideT Gap, on, linebacker Reach
TE Block post SE Block nearest deepest defender to the insideQB Reverse pivot, make short pitch to Wingback, pull, and lead Wingback. Block first
defender outside (usually the Cornerback). Attack inside number.FB Open step to play side, drive off first step for outside foot of play side Tackle, block first
man past the Halfback block. Seal to the inside.HB Log (hook) the defensive end. Block Ends outside number and hook him insideWB Short motion, take toss and follow the lead block of the QB
Notes
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E
CB
N TTE
B B
C
FS
Versus 5-2
Versus 4-4
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EC
SS
N TTE
B B
C
FS
EC
B
TTE
B B
C
FS
B
Right 144 Counter Trap (Left 145 Counter Trap)Versus 5-3
Play Side BacksideC Man on man awayG Nearest linebacker Pull and kick out End T Gap, down, linebacker Reach
TE Pull, lead through hole and block CornerSE Block nearest deepest defender to the insideQB Reverse pivot, fake toss, make outside exchange with Wingback, continue Toss pathFB Head for tail of TEHB Open step, crossover, and run Toss path. Make a good fake and run to the sideline – make
them think you have the ball.WB Delay, take outside hand off, follow block of pulling lineman
Notes Trap the first man in or past the hole called. The key to the success of this play is the fake given by the quarterback and Halfback. The pulling guard makes the key block. He must determine whether or not to kick out, hook block, or just leave the defensive end alone if he has run himself out of the play. The tight end is the lead blocker; he simply gets behind the guard and reads his block.
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N TT EE
B BCC
B
FS
Versus 5-2
Versus 4-4
Other formationsRed C 144 Counter, Double Wing C 144 Counter, Tight Right 144 Counter
Companion Plays
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TT EE
B BCC
S
B B
N TT EE
B BC C
SSFS
Right C 121 Counter Trap (Left C 122 Counter Trap)
Versus 5-3
Play Side BacksideC Man on man away. Double team noseman
if defense is in an odd front.G Gap on down Pull and kick out play side first down
lineman in or past the hole (Tackle)T First linebacker play side (nearest
linebacker)Reach backside
TE Gap - linebackerSE Block middle of field (Safety)QB Reverse pivot, fake toss, make inside exchange with Halfback, continue Toss pathFB Drive for outside foot of backside Tackle and block last man on line of scrimmageHB Take misdirection step backside. Take inside hand-off and follow block of pulling guardWB Short motion, fake toss and follow the toss path. Make then think you have the ball
Notes
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CB
NT E
B B
C
FS
E T
Versus 5-2
Versus 4-4
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EC
SS
N TTE
B BC
FS
EC
B
TTE
B B
C
FS
B
Right 125 Power (Left 126 Power)
Versus 5-3
Play Side BacksideC Man on, man awayG Gap, On, Linebacker Pull, lead through hole, wall off insideT Gap, On (Post), Linebacker Reach backside
TE Lead, LinebackerSE Release inside flat and block middle of field FSQB Reverse out at 6 o’clock, make exchange with Halfback, and run keep out pathFB Head for tail of TE, kick out first man on or outside TEHB Ball carrier. Open step, crossover, and on third step drive towards C Gap. Follow block of
the QB.WB Influence man on or inside TE, wall off inside
Notes We can run 125 Keep Out which is blocked the same except we will log the defensive end and pull the PSG around to the Corner
Other formations
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N TT EEB B
CC
FS
B
Versus 5-2
Versus 4-4
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TT EE
B BC C
S
BB
EC
SS
N TTE
B BC
FS
Right 127 Sweep (Left 128 Sweep)Versus 5-3
Play Side BacksideC Man on, man away G Gap, On, Linebacker Pull, lead through hole, wall off insideT Gap, On, Linebacker Reach
TE Gap, On, LinebackerSE Release inside flat and block middle of field FSQB Reverse out at 6 o’clock, make exchange with Halfback, an run bootleg path oppositeFB Head for tail of TE, kick out D Gap defender (first man outside WB Block)HB Ball carrier. Open step, crossover, and on third step drive towards D Gap. Follow block of
the FB.WB Block down on first man inside. Inside step, read defender, get head across, and hook
defender insideNotes We can run 127/128 Bootleg which is blocked the same except that the QB keeps the ball
and the SE stalks the Corner
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N TT EEB B
C
C
FS
B
Versus 5-2
Versus 4-4
Other formations
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TT EE
B BC C
S
BB
EC
SS
N TTE
B BC
FS
Right 127 Halfback Pass
Play Side BacksideC Gap-area leftG Gap-area-on Gap-area-on, if uncovered and linebacker
does not blitz, peel back and block backside End
T Gap-area-on Gap-area-on, if uncovered and linebacker does not blitz, peel back and block backside End
TE Release inside, fake down block and run a 10 yard corner routeSE Release inside, run Middle/Post routeQB Reverse out at 6 o’clock, make exchange with Halfback, an run bootleg path oppositeFB Run directly at man outside WB, fake block and run into flat no deeper than 5 yardsHB Open step, crossover, and make exchange with QB. Flatten out behind Tackle; read high to
low; run if defenders drop offWB Block first man outside TE.
Notes
Other formations
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N TT EE
B BC CSSFS
2
1
3
8
3
Run or Pass
Right 125 Keep Pass (Left 126 Keep Pass)
Versus 5-2 Cover 2
Play Side BacksideC Gap-area leftG Gap-area-on, if uncovered and nobody
shows, block backside End.Hinge – cup backside, if uncovered and linebacker does not blitz, peel back and block backside End
T Gap-area-on Hinge – cup backside, if uncovered and linebacker does not blitz, peel back and block backside End
TE Release inside, fake down block and run a 10 yard corner routeSE Release inside, run Middle/Post routeQB Reverse pivot, fake toss to HB, and roll to 8 hole; turn on speed no deeper than 5 ½ yards;
read CB low to high throwing to the route not covered; if the CB hesitates or stands, still set up and throw the corner route; any pressure throw the flat route; run if it is open
FB Run directly at man outside WB, fake block and run into flat no deeper than 5 yardsHB Fake Toss; flatten out behind Tackle and block first man outside WB blockWB Block first man outside TE.
Notes
Other formations
Companion PlaysRight 125 Toss
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N TT EE
B BC CSS
FS
1
2
3
8
3
Run or Pass
Belly Series (200)
Overview
Formations Right/Left Tight Right/Left Red/Blue Slot Right/Left Red Loose / Blue Loose
Base Plays Belly Down Belly Option Down Option Double Dive Sally Keep Pass
Tags Cross Block Sally Down
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Base Backfield ActionR
ight
TE/WB SE
Lef
t
QB - Reverse pivot flat and fast, mesh with fullback, give short ride to fullback, get up field sharply
WB - Influence defensive end and attack nearest inside 2nd Level defender
HB - One step motiom, run path through fullback alignment, gain depth and run option path to sideline – maintain pitch relationship with QB (3-4 yards outside QB and 1-2 yards behind)
FB - Outside step and drive towards inside foot of TE, mesh with QB,
QB - Reverse out at 45° past the midline, short ride to fullback, and carry out option. Keep elbows tight and seat ball. Hands must be quick on mesh with FB.
WB - Short motion on second sound, run through fullback spot, and carry out option
HB - 45 degree first step, read tackle block, block first linebacker play side
FB - Side step to play side, drive off first step for inside foot of play side Tackle
Base Blocking Rules
Belly XB (SE) Down (TE/WB) Sally (TE) Belly Option (SE) Down Option (TE)
Tight End Release inside to middle of field for FS
Gap, down, backer Step and cup – block on, outside, linebacker
Gap, on, linebacker Gap, Linebacker
Play side Tackle Gap, Down, On, Gap, down, backer Step and cup – block on, outside, linebacker
Gap, on, linebacker Gap, on, linebacker
Play side Guard Gap, pull – block out first man past tackle
Pull and kick out end Step and cup – block on, outside, linebacker
Gap, on, linebacker Gap, on, linebacker
Center Step play side, block man on man away
Step play side, block man on man away
Step play side, block man on man away
Step play side, block man on man away
Step play side, block man on man away
Backside Guard Gap, on, linebacker Gap, on, linebacker Pull and block through hole
Gap, on, linebacker Gap, on, linebacker
Backside Tackle Reach Reach Reach Reach ReachSplit End Release inside and
block nearest second level defender to the inside (SE).
Release inside to middle of field for FS
Release inside to middle of field for FS
Stalk corner Release inside to middle of field for FS
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Right C 234 Belly Cross Block (Left C 233 Belly Cross Block)Versus 53
Play Side BacksideC Step play side, block man on man away G Gap – pull and kick out Base blocking - gap, head-up, linebacker
your sideT Gap, down, on Base blocking - gap, head-up, linebacker
your sideTE Release inside to middle of field for FSSE Release inside flat and block alley defender (D Gap)QB Reverse out at 45° past the midline. Keep elbows tight and seat ball. Hands must be quick
on the mesh with FB. Make exchange (mesh) with fullback on second step, step through on third step and attack flank on the option fake. Do not look back at the FB and carry out fake 10 yards down field.
FB Carrier, side step to play side, drive off first step for inside foot of play side Tackle, blast through hole, look to outside
HB 45 degree first step, read tackle block, block first linebacker play sideWB Short motion on second sound, run through fullback spot, and carry out option
Notes The play can be called Belly without the cross block tag. On the Belly call, all assignments are the same except for the play side Guard (Gap-On-Down) and Tackle (On-Outside-Backer).
Other formationsSlot Right C 234 Belly (Slot Left C 233 Belly)
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N TT EE
B BC
CB
FS
Versus 52
Versus 44
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N TT EE
B BC
C
SSFS
TT EE
B BC
CB
S
B
Right C 234 Belly
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N TT EEB B
CCB
FS
N TT EEB B
CC
SSFS
TT EE
B BC
CB
S
B
Right C 244 Double Dive (Left C 243 Double Dive)53 Defense
Play Side BacksideC Step play side, block man on man away G Gap – pull and kick out end Base blocking - gap, on, linebacker T Gap, down, on Reach
TE Release inside to middle of field for FSSE Release inside flat and nearest second level defender to your insideQB Reverse out at 45° past midline, make exchange with WB, and carry out option pathFB Side step to play side, drive off first step for inside foot of play side Tackle, blast through
hole, block 2nd linebacker play side or first wrong color jerseyHB 45 degree first step, drive for tail of Tackle, block first linebacker play sideWB Short motion on second sound, run through fullback spot, turn up at the B gap, receive,
make exchange with QB, and explode through the hole.Notes Same action as Belly and Belly Cross Block except we are giving it to the WB who is in
short motion. It is equivalent to the Power I formation isolation play.
Other Formations
Slot Right C 234 Double Dive (Left C 233 Double Dive)
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N TT EE
B BC
CB
FS
Versus 52
Versus 44
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N TT EE
B BC
C
SSFS
TT EE
B BC
CB
S
B
Right 235 Down (Left 236 Down)Versus 5-3
Play Side BacksideC Step play side – man on man away (cover
play side guard)G Pull and kick out end Gap. On, LinebackerT Gap-down-linebacker Reach backside
TE Gap-down-linebackerSE Release inside flat and block middle of field FSQB Reverse pivot flat and fast, mesh with fullback, give short ride to fullback and make
exchange, get up field sharply and run option pathFB Outside step and drive towards outside hip of tackle, mesh with QB and take exchange;
read block of Guard, run north and southHB Open step motion play side, run path through fullback alignment then –gain depth and run
option path to sideline – maintain pitch relationship with QB (3-4 yards outside QB and 1-2 yards behind)
WB Influence defensive end and attack nearest inside 2nd Level defenderNotes
Other formationsRed A 235 Down
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N TT EE
B BC
CB
FS
Versus 5-2
Versus 4-4
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TT EE
B B
C
CB
FS
B
N TT EE
B BC
C
SS
FS
Right 227 Belly SweepVersus 5-3
Play Side BacksideC Step play side – man on man away (cover
play side guard)G Pull and kick out first man past WB block.
Pull with depth, one yard deeper than your alignment, come off of tail of WB and block out first man that shows
Gap. On, Linebacker
T Gap-on-linebacker Reach backside, block downfieldTE Gap-on-linebackerSE Release inside flat and block middle of field FSQB Reverse pivot 45°past midline, make proximity fake with fullback. Push ball back to HB
on second step and run keep out path. Sell fake for 10 yards downfieldFB Run quick belly path towards inside hip of tackle, proximity fake with QB and cut back
towards Center, filling for pulling playside guardHB Open step, crossover, run path through fullback alignment. Focus eyes on WB block. Cut
off of WB blockWB Gap, Down, Backer
Notes
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N TT EE
B BC
CB
FS
Right C 234 Option (Left C 233 Option) Versus 53
Play Side BacksideC Base block – gap, head up, linebacker G Base block – gap, on, linebacker Base block – gap, on, linebackerT Base block – gap, on, linebacker Base block – gap, on, linebacker
TE Base block – gap, on, linebackerSE Stalk Corner (#5)QB Reverse pivot, ride fullback sharply, execute option – pitch if the End (#3) closes down,
turn up if the End (#3) widensFB Lead step bend path for outside foot of play side Guard, make good fake, turn up and block
pursuitHB 45 degree first step, take arc path to block alley support #4 defender (S)WB Early motion, pitch option – maintain pitch relationship with QB -4.5 to 5.5 yards off
outside hip of QB at 45 degree angleNotes Technique of read:
eyes on EMLOS immediately; ID the pitch key ball at sternum level attack inside hip of pitch key don’t get too close to EMLOS once you decide to pitch, look pitch in to the pitch back
Pitch: “Thumbs down” pitch; Pop elbow to locked out position; Short jab step in direction of pitch; Look ball in to pitch back; Tuck off-side shoulder as pitch is made to take any contact by DE
Tags: Option: Pitch off of #3, Stalk #4 and #5 Load: Load #3, pitch of off #4, and stalk #5
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N TT EE
B BC
CB
FS#5
#5
#4 #4
#3#3
#2
#1
#0 #2
Other formations
Red C 234 Option, Slot Right C 234 Option, Red Loose C 234 Option
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Versus 52
Versus 44
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TT EE
B BC
CB
FS
B
N TT EE
B BC
C
SS
FS#5
#5
#4
#4
#3#3 #2
#1
#0 #2
#1
#5
#5#4
#3#3
#2
#1 #2
#1
#4
Right C 234 Load Option
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N TT EEB B
CCB
FS
N TT EEB B
CC
SSFS
TT EE
B BC
CB
S
B
Red Loose A 233 Option
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N TT EEB B
CCB
FS
N TT EEB B
CCSS
FS
TT EEB B
C
CB
S
B
Right 235 Option (Left 236 Option)Versus 53
Play Side BacksideC Base block NoseG Base block – gap, head up, linebacker; cut
off backside linebackerBase block – gap, head up, linebacker; cut off backside linebacker
T Base block – gap, head up, linebacker; double team tackle
Base block – gap, head up, linebacker; cut off backside Tackle
TE Release outside and block D gap defender (#4, alley support)SE Release inside flat and block middle of field FSQB Reverse pivot, mesh with fullback, give short ride to fullback, get up field and execute
option. Attack last man on line of scrimmage, read end, pitch to HB or duck inside and work back to sideline
FB Outside step and drive towards outside hip of tackle, mesh with QB, block LB to SSHB Leave in one step motion, run path through fullback alignment then gain depth and run
option path, work to keep proper pitch relationship to QB (3-4 yards outside QB and 1-2 yards behind)
WB Release outside, and stalk cornerback (#5)Notes Pitch: We want the QB to "squat," i.e., slow down and sit down, look at the HB, pitch him
the ball
Pitch off of #3, Stalk #4 and #5
Other formations
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N TT EE
B B
C
CB
FS
#5#4
#3
Versus 52
Versus 44
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B
TT EEB
B
CC
B
FS
N TT EE
B BC
C
SSFS
Right 235 Keeper PassVersus 53
Play Side Backside
C Base block – gap, head up, linebacker G Base block – gap, head up, linebacker,
double noseStep and cup
T Base block – gap, head up, linebacker Step and cupTE Release inside, run 10 yard corner routeSE Release to middle of field to hold FSQB Reverse out, mesh with fullback and fake down; roll play side gaining depth and width
outside End. Read low to high : (1) WB flat , (2) TE corner out, (3) keep and runFB Outside step and drive towards outside hip of tackle, make good fake, turn up and load
block EndHB Open step play side, run path through fullback alignment, turn up and lead QB outsideWB Release immediately to flat – look quickly
Notes
Other formations
Red/Blue Loose
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N TT EE
B BC
CB
FS
Cross Buck Series (400)
Overview
Formations
Right/Left Tight T
Base Plays
Fullback Trap/On Cross Buck QB Keep Counter/Reverse Cross Buck Pass Bootleg Bootleg Pass
Tags
Trap Down
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Base Backfield Action
Rig
htTE/WB SE
Lef
t
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Tight Right 430 Wedge (Tight Left C 430 Wedge)
Versus 5-3
Play Side BacksideC Drive man on, assist with 1st man play side. If there is no man over the center he aims for
the end zone. Fires out and then takes a half step and lets the rest of the line form and drive him up the field. (we don’t shift our wedge from odd to even fronts – Center/PSG).
G Drive man on assist with 1st man play side Step inside, drive inside shoulder into C’s ribs, and drive up field
T Step inside, drive inside shoulder into G’s ribs, and drive up field
Step inside, drive inside shoulder into G’s ribs, and drive up field
TE Step inside, drive inside shoulder into T’s ribs, and drive up fieldSE Step inside, drive inside shoulder into T’s ribs, and drive up field. Block middle of field
(Safety) if lined up as SEQB Reverse pivot on playside foot clearing the midline; make one hand exchange with
fullback, step deep for fake to HB; slight ride with HB and pull hands back together on hip, and run bootleg path.
FB Align heels at 3 ½ yards. Hit quickly with no delay. Be prepared to dive over pile if things get stacked up. Push the Wedge. Take many short choppy steps with knees high. Keep your eyes open and look for daylight.
HB Open step, cross-over through FB feet, and create pocket. Run over the hands of the QB. Run outside the WB block and attack the corner. Sell fake 10 yards down field
WB Block down inside. Get in the wedgeNotes The Wedge Fit is very important to the success of the wedge as well. It allows the unit of
blockers to move as one and allow no penetration. The fit is achieved by having the exterior lineman (those outside of the center or pivot man) slide inside (not forward) and fit their inside shoulder into the inside man’s ribcage as they get their inside arm up and their hand pressing on the lower back. This locks the players in as they work up field they must work to get their outside hand onto the inside blocker’s shoulder pad (on the near back).
Wedge Bootleg – if we call Wedge Bootleg, everybody blocks the same, except the QB will keep the ball. The SE will stalk block the Corner
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E
CB
N TT E
B B
C
FS
Right 430 Wedge Bootleg (versus 5-2 Cover 2)
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E
CB
N TT E
SSB
CFS
Right C 431 Trap (Left C 432 Trap)
Versus 52
Play Side BacksideC Post nose, cover pulling guardG Gap, double nose, linebacker Pull inside out. Trap first man in or past
the hole. Keep head to the insideT First Linebacker on play side of center Gap, backer, on
TE Gap, nearest linebackerSE Release inside flat and block middle of field
FSQB Reverse pivot on playside foot, second step should clear the midline; make one hand
exchange with fullback, step deep for fake to HB; slight ride with HB and pull hands back together on hip, and run bootleg path.
FB Point of aim is backside leg of center. Step with backside foot, crossover with play side foot, and drive backside leg of center. If there is a nose man stay close to the double team then break off of block of tackle. Run north and south.
HB Open step, cross-over through FB feet, and create pocket. Run over the hands of the QB. Run outside the WB block and attack the corner. Sell fake 10 yards down field
WB Short 3 step motion to dive back position. At the snap, step towards tail of TE, follow banana route to defensive end. Attack inside number, keep head to the inside, and keep DE where he is at or drive towards sideline. Do not allow DE to cross your face.
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B BC C
SSFS
Notes HB and QB must make good fake to setup off tackle and bootleg
Blocking Adjustments1) Right /Left 430 Base
a) G/T/TE – Gap, On, Linebacker (base blocking)b) C – Block nose man any way you can. Block backside LB on 40 frontc) FB – Cut off centers block, run towards his hat
2) Right C 432 Ice (Left C 431 Ice)a) Backside G/T – Gap, On, Linebacker (base blocking)b) Playside Guard – Gap, on, downc) Playside T/TE – Gap, On, Linebackerd) WB – Block 1st linebacker playside
3) Tight Right 430 Wedgea) Wedge blocking TE to TE
Other formations
Right/Left, Tight T
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Versus 53
Versus 44
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B
TT EEB
B
CC
B
FS
N TT EE
B B
C
CB
FS
Right 430 Base
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N TT EE
B BC
CB
FS
N TT EEB BC C
SS
FS
TT EEB B
C
CB
S
B
Right C 431 ICE
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N TT EE
B BC
CB
FS
N TT EEB BC C
SS
FS
TT EEB B
C
CB
S
B
Right C 425 (Left C 426)Versus 52
Play Side BacksideC Man on, man awayG Gap, on, linebacker Pull, lead through hole, and block first
wrong color jerseyT Gap, on, linebacker Reach and cut off backside tackle
TE Gap, on, down, read up (linebacker inside) SE Release inside flat and block middle of field FSQB Reverse pivot on play side foot and follow midline. Push ball back to Halfback on second
step. After hip to hip mesh with HB step at 45°, put hands on front of hip and fake Keep Out play side. Run outside the widest defender and sell fake for 10 yards down field. Never look back at off tackle hole.
FB Open with backside foot, crossover with play side foot, and drive for backside foot of Center. Make proximity fake with QB; fill for backside pulling guard, and block backside linebacker or pursuit.
HB Open step, cross-over through FB feet, and pocket. Focus eyes on WB’s block. On third step drive towards tail of TE and cut inside block of the WB.
WB Short 3 step motion to dive back position. At the snap, step towards tail of TE, follow banana route to defensive end. Attack inside number, keep head to the inside, and keep DE where he is at or drive towards sideline. Do not allow DE to cross your face.
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B BC
C
SSFS
Notes Offside Guard:1. Pull flat on line of scrimmage looking for any penetration. If there is penetration,
chop it down immediately.2. No penetration, look at tackle area for defensive tackle who may be free on TE
gap, down, backer rule.3. No one there, turn up first opening to wall off pursuit.
Center1. Protect play side gap by reaching.2. Work through nose man’s playside leg to the backside linebacker , do not go too
flat3. Be aware of any inside move by a man on the guard or an inside stunt by a
linebacker.4. If no one threatens the playside gap, drop offside foot to block any pursuit from
the backside.
Playside Guard1. If there is a 53 over shift (nose man in playside gap), read down to the middle
linebacker
Blocking Adjustments
1. Right 427 Switch (TE and WB switch assignments versus 53 or 40 front)1. TE – kick out defensive end2. WB – Block first man on or inside TE
2. Right 427 Trap1. TE – Gap, down, linebacker2. WB – 1st playside linebacker 3. Backside Guard – pull playside down line of scrimmage. Trap first man
past TE’s down block
3. Right 427 Down1. Playside Guard – pull and kick out End2. Playside Tackle – Gap, down, backer3. TE – Gap, down, backer4. WB – Nearest linebacker
Other Formations
Full House Right/Left, Tight T
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Versus 53
Versus 44
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B
TT EEB
B
CC
B
FS
N TT EE
B B
C
CB
Right C 425 Keep Out (Left C 426 Keep Out)Versus 52
Play Side BacksideC Man on, man awayG Gap, on, linebacker Pull, bubble on 3rd step swing around WBs
block and first man outside the WBs block.T Gap, on, linebacker Reach and cut off backside tackle
TE Gap, on, down, read up (linebacker inside) SE Release inside flat and block middle of field FSQB Pivot on playside foot and follow the mid-line. Put the ball in the HB pocket on 2nd step
and ride him into the line. Make a great ride with HB! Pull the ball and put it on hip. Follow the pulling guard and read his block. Keep the ball on hip as long as possible.
FB Open with backside foot, crossover with play side foot, and drive for backside foot of Center. Make proximity fake with QB; fill for backside pulling guard, and block backside linebacker or pursuit.
HB Run your off-tackle path slower and tighter than normal. Sell fake for 20 yards.
WB Short 3 step motion to dive back position. Block the d-end as on 436-427. On the last step before contact get your head on his outside # and hook him in. Get between him and QB.
Notes
Other Formations
Full House Right 427, Tight T 427
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N TT EE
B BC
C
SSFS
Versus 53
Versus 44
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B
TT EEB
B
CC
B
FS
N TT EE
B B
C
CB
FS
Right C 431 Bootleg (Left C 431 Bootleg)
Versus 52
Play Side BacksideC Post nose, cover pulling guardG Gap, on, linebacker Lead step, pull normal and on your second
step bubble. Hook the DE with an aggressive block.
T Gap, on, linebacker Gap, backer, onTE Run post routeSE Release inside, run post corner route. Make sight adjustment to an out route if Corner
plays deepQB Reverse pivot on backside foot, second step should clear the midline; step deep for fake to
HB; touch the faking back’s jersey with the ball, follow him with your eyes, and run bootleg path. Give the guard time to set up his block. Boot backside and threaten the edge. Read high to low. Run if it is open.
FB Step towards the playside B-gap and go between the playside guard and tackle. Run a waggle pattern (flat pattern no deeper than 5-7 yards)playside. We want you to beat the defense to the outside and get open
HB Open step, cross-over through FB feet, and create pocket. Run over the hands of the QB. Block backside pursuit. Watch for blitzing linebacker.
WB Short 3 step motion to dive back position. At the snap, step towards tail of TE and block backside end. Do not allow DE to cross your face.
Notes Offensive line must stay on line of scrimmage since there is a run/pass option
Other formations
Right/Left, Tight T
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N TT EE
B BC C
SSFS
Versus 53
Versus 44
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B
TT EEB
B
CC
B
FS
N TT EE
B B
C
CB
FS
Right C 425 Keep Pass (Left C 426 Keep Pass)Versus 52
Play Side BacksideC Man on, man awayG Gap, on, linebacker Step inside protecting gap, hinge and block
area. If uncovered and LB drops in coverage, peel backside for DE.
T Gap, on, linebacker Step inside protecting gap, hinge and block area. If uncovered and LB drops in coverage, peel backside for DE.
TE Block the 1st man inside d-end for 3 steps. You must sell the run. Then pivot 360’ and run bounce route (5 yards into the flat)
SE Release inside flat and run middle route – hold safety in middle of field QB Pivot on playside foot and follow the mid-line. Put the ball in the HB pocket on 2nd step
and ride him into the line. Make a great ride with HB! Pull the ball and put it on hip.
FB Open with backside foot, crossover with play side foot, and drive for backside foot of Center. Make proximity fake with QB; fill for backside pulling guard, and block backside linebacker or pursuit.
HB Run your off-tackle path slower and tighter than normal. Hook the DE inside (load block).
WB Short 3 step motion to dive back position. Run an 8 yard flag route. Get open deep outside. Fork route off vs. Deep 1/3 defender. Read CB low to high throwing to the route not covered; if the CB hesitates or stands, still set up and throw the corner route; any pressure throw the flat route; run if it is open
Notes Adjustments: Switch Pass – TE and WB switch routes Run out of double tight, pull backside G to escort QB on the corner
Other Formations
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N TT EE
B BC
C
SSFS
Versus 53 (Switch Pass)
Versus 44 (Tight Right 425 Keep Pass)
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B
TT EE
B B
C C
B
FS
N TT EE
B B
C
CB
FS
3 Step Passing (99)
Blue 99 Slant
Play Side BacksideC Block play side A Gap G Base block – gap, head-up, linebacker. Cut
defenders to get their hands downBase block – gap, head-up, linebacker. Cut defenders to get their hands down
T Base block – gap, head-up, linebacker. Cut defenders to get their hands down
Base block – gap, head-up, linebacker. Cut defenders to get their hands down
TE Run flat combination route - SE Run 5 yard slant routeQB 3 step drop (5 yards) and release ball quicklyFB Block to TE side – look for blitzing linebackersHB Run slant combination route – release to flats look immediatelyWB Run flat combination route on backside – release to flats look immediately
Notes QB Foot work:a) the first step is a reach step: it is a powerful, quick deep step with the right foot;
open the foot to face 6 o’clock.b) the second step is a cross-over step: it is a gather step where the foot crosses over
the reach step (about 1 ½ feet beyond) and is parallel to the LOS.c) the third step is the plant step: it is small reach step and is also parallel to the LOS.
As the plant step takes place, the front shoulder should dip down slightly to help maintain a balance.
d) at this point the QB should be in a balanced, alert “set” position.
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NT T EE
B BC
SSFS
C
1
2
3
“Fan” Call
Blue 99 Hitch
Play Side BacksideC Block play side A Gap G Base block – gap, head-up, linebacker. Cut
defenders to get their hands downBase block – gap, head-up, linebacker. Cut defenders to get their hands down
T Base block – gap, head-up, linebacker. Cut defenders to get their hands down
Base block – gap, head-up, linebacker. Cut defenders to get their hands down
TE Run flat combination route SE Run 6 yard hitch route – get hands up quicklyQB 3 step drop (5 yards) and release ball quickly (to the numbers)FB Block to TE side – look for blitzing linebackersHB Run hitch combination route – release up-field on a jet routeWB Run flat combination route on backside – release to flats look immediately
Notes
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Blue 99 Jet
Play Side BacksideC Block play side A Gap G Base block – gap, head-up, linebacker. Cut
defenders to get their hands downBase block – gap, head-up, linebacker. Cut defenders to get their hands down
T Base block – gap, head-up, linebacker. Cut defenders to get their hands down
Base block – gap, head-up, linebacker. Cut defenders to get their hands down
TE Run flat combination route - SE Run jet route – release through outside shoulder of corner QB 3 step drop (5 yards), pump shoulder, and release ball upfield (inside shoulder)FB Block to TE side – look for blitzing linebackersHB Run jet combination route – release to flats look immediatelyWB Run flat combination route on backside – release to flats look immediately
Notes
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NOT USED
Fly Sweep Series (300)
Blue Laser 328 Fly Sweep
Play Side BacksideC Wall off nose. G Pull block out first man outside WB block Pull and wall off insideT Block play side linebacker Block downfield looking for FS
TE Hook EndSE Release inside flat and block middle of field FSQB Send HB in motion by lifting heel; snap the ball when motion man gets to inside leg of
Tackle; reverse out at 6 o’clock (butt ends up in play side A gap); give sweep to HB using right hand; fake exchange with fullback and pull hands back together then run bootleg path.
FB Let HB (sweeper) clear then drive for inside hip of play side Guard; carry out dive fake and block linebacker. Make good dive fake!
HB Sweeper; go in Laser motion full speed on QB’s command; motion through 1 yd spot behind QB; make exchange with QB; side step for depth, after receiving the handoff hide ball on hip until you turn up field; follow blockers and out run defenders to the sideline
WB Block D Gap alley support defender (first man outside End)Notes Do not block defensive lineman head up or inside Tackles
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Blue Laser 332 Trap
Play Side BacksideC Trap block – backside side A Gap, head up,
linebacker. Double nose with play side guard. Must get movement.
G Trap block – play side A Gap, head up, linebacker. Get head across and stop penetration. Must get movement.
Pull inside out up field. Trap first man past the play side A Gap
T Trap block - First Linebacker on play side of center
Tap block - Gap, linebacker, head up
TE Release inside to middle of field for SSSE Release inside flat and block middle of field
FSQB Send HB in motion by lifting heel; snap the ball when motion man gets to inside leg of
Tackle; pivot on play side foot (butt ends up in play side A gap); slight ride with right hand with HB faking sweep; make exchange with fullback and pull hands back together then run bootleg path.
FB Let HB (sweeper) clear then drive for inside hip of play side Guard. Read block of T on linebacker and be ready to make cut to outside
HB Sweeper; go in Laser motion full speed on QB’s command; motion through 1 yd spot behind QB; fake exchange with QB and run sweep path to the sideline
WB Step to DE as if blocking sweep and cut-off CornerNotes If play is called 31 Dive, – everybody base blocks – gap, head up, linebacker
Or 31 Wedge – everybody slides to inside shoulder to shoulder and blocks up field
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Blue Laser 336 Down
Play Side BacksideC Down block – play side A Gap (cover play
side guard), head up, linebackerG Down block - pull and kick out first man
passed the C GapBase block – gap, head up, linebacker; cut off backside linebacker
T Down block - block down B Gap Base block – gap, head up, linebacker; cut off backside Tackle
TE Down block - block down C GapSE Release inside flat and block middle of field FSQB Send HB in motion by lifting heel; snap the ball when motion man gets to inside leg of
Tackle; reverse out at 6 o’clock (butt ends up in play side A gap); slight ride with right hand with HB faking sweep; make exchange with fullback and pull hands back together then run bootleg path.
FB Let HB (sweeper) clear then drive for outside hip of play side Tackle; read block of Guard, run north and south
HB Sweeper; go in Laser motion full speed on QB’s command; motion through 1 yd spot behind QB; fake exchange with QB and run sweep path to the sideline
WB Influence defensive end and attack SSNotes
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Blue Rocket 347 Fly Sweep
Play Side BacksideC Block play side A Gap G Pull, lead through C Gap, and wall off Block A GapT Hook End (#3) Block B Gap
TE Release inside and block SSSE Block down 2nd outside defenderQB Send WB in motion by lifting heel; snap the ball when motion man gets to inside leg of
Tackle; pivot on play side foot (butt ends up in play side A gap); give sweep to WB using left hand; fake exchange with fullback and pull hands back together then run bootleg path.
FB Let WB (sweeper) clear then drive for inside hip of play side Guard; carry out dive fake and block linebacker. Make good dive fake!
HB Release outside and block #1 outside defenderWB Sweeper; go in Rocket motion full speed on QB’s command; motion through 1 yd spot
behind QB; make exchange with QB; side step for depth, after receiving the handoff hide ball on hip until you turn up field; follow blockers and out run defenders to the sideline
Notes Do not block defensive lineman head up or inside Tackles
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Blue Rocket 347 Kick Sweep
Play Side BacksideC Block play side A Gap G Pull, lead through C Gap, and wall off Block A GapT Block play side linebacker Block B Gap
TE Release inside and block SSSE Block down 2nd outside defenderQB Send WB in motion by lifting heel; snap the ball when motion man gets to inside leg of
Tackle; pivot on play side foot (butt ends up in play side A gap); give sweep to WB using left hand; fake exchange with fullback and pull hands back together then run bootleg path.
FB Align in B Gap, kick out first man outside HBHB Crack down on defensive endWB Sweeper; go in Rocket motion full speed on QB’s command; motion through 1 yd spot
behind QB; make exchange with QB; side step for depth, after receiving the handoff hide ball on hip until you turn up field; follow blockers and out run defenders to the sideline
Notes Do not block defensive lineman head up or inside Tackles
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Right C 221 Counter TrapVersus 53
Play Side BacksideC Step backside – block man on man awayG Trap block – block play side A Gap, Double
nose with center, release to backside linebacker if possible
Pull and trap first man past the A Gap, inside out path.
T Trap blocking rule – block first linebacker your side
Trap block – Reach backside
TE Release inside to middle of field for SSSE Release inside flat and block middle of field FSQB Reverse out at 6 o’clock, flash fake fullback sharply, make inside handoff to HB, continue
with option fakeFB Drive for outside foot of backside Guard, make good fake, and block backside B GapHB 45 degree first step, plant off outside foot and come off of fullback fake to receive inside
hand off. Head for play side foot of centerWB Short motion, execute option fake – maintain pitch relationship with QB (3-4 yards outside
QB and 1-2 yards behind)Notes Play can be called “On” instead of “Trap”. The “on” call tells the lineman to base block
the play.
Other formations
Companion PlaysRight C 234 Belly
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C
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FS
Versus 52
Versus 44
Right 32 Waggle Left (Buck Sweep Series)(Left 31 Waggle Right)
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B
N TT EEB B
C
C
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FS
N TT EE
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3
We can run this as a “naked” bootleg
without pulling the lineman
Play Side BacksideC Base block nose. G Pull and hook End Pull flat and lead QB on bootlegT Base block Tackle Gap – on - area
TE Release inside and run drag route 8-12 yards. Find hole and settle, get hands up so Q can find you
SE Run post corner route. Make sight adjustment to an out route if Corner plays deepQB Open play side, as fullback passes, step deep, and give hand fake to HB, short ride, and pull
hands. Run bootleg path gaining depth and width. Get head around to read playside guard on End. Read low to high : (1) FB flat , (2) TE drag, (3) SE post corner/out
FB Run trap path but work through first opening to run to flat pattern no deeper than (3-5 yards)
HB Run sweep path, execute good fake, and block backside End.WB Step down to End and fake sweep block. Run post or go route to hold safety in the middle
of fieldNotes QB needs to gain depth and width. Get head around quickly and read block on DE first
before looking at receivers. Adjust path and pull up if DE rushes hard.
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Right C 446 Counter (Left C 445 Counter)Versus 52
Play Side BacksideC Man on, man awayG Gap, on, linebacker Pull, bubble on 3rd step swing around WBs
block and first man outside the WBs block.T Gap, on, linebacker Reach and cut off backside tackle
TE Gap, on, down, read up (linebacker inside) SE Release inside flat and block middle of field FSQB Pivot on playside foot and follow the mid-line. Put the ball in the HB pocket on 2nd step
and ride him into the line. Make a great ride with HB! Pull the ball and put it on hip. Follow the pulling guard and read his block. Keep the ball on hip as long as possible.
FB Open with backside foot, crossover with play side foot, and drive for backside foot of Center. Make proximity fake with QB; fill for backside pulling guard, and block backside linebacker or pursuit.
HB Run your off-tackle path slower and tighter than normal. Sell fake for 20 yards.
WB Short 3 step motion to dive back position. Drop step and make the exchange with qb. Read the guard’s block and follow the pulling end into the hole.
Notes
Other Formations
Full House Right 427, Tight T 427
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