2005 Hornet Playbook

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Overview .............................................................................................................................4

Alignment & Numbering ...................................................................................................5

Alignment ........................................................................................................................5Play Calling ......................................................................................................................5

Cadence ............................................................................................................................6

Huddle ..............................................................................................................................6

Formations ..........................................................................................................................7

Right .................................................................................................................................7

Left ...................................................................................................................................7

Strong Right .....................................................................................................................7Strong Left .......................................................................................................................7

Tight Right .......................................................................................................................7

Tight Left .........................................................................................................................8Red ...................................................................................................................................8

Blue ..................................................................................................................................8

Slot Right .........................................................................................................................8Slot Left ..........................................................................................................................8

Motion & Shifting ..............................................................................................................9

Motion ..............................................................................................................................9

Defensive Fronts vs. Base Wing T ..................................................................................10

Versus 5-2 (Cover 2) ......................................................................................................10

Versus 5-3 (Cover 1) ......................................................................................................10

Versus 4-4 (40 Gap, Cover 1) .........................................................................................11

Plays by Formation ..........................................................................................................12

Right ...............................................................................................................................12

Tight T ............................................................................................................................13Slot Left .........................................................................................................................14

Glossary ............................................................................................................................16

Offensive Line Techniques and Blocking Rules ............................................................18Alignment ......................................................................................................................18

Base Blocking Rule Progression ....................................................................................18

Blocking Schemes ..........................................................................................................19

Drive Block Progression ................................................................................................19Down Block Progression ...............................................................................................20

Power Series (100) ............................................................................................................22

Overview ........................................................................................................................22Right 125 Toss (Left 126 Toss) ......................................................................................25

Right C 148 Toss Sweep (Left C 147 Toss Sweep) .......................................................27

Right 144 Counter Trap (Left 145 Counter Trap) ..........................................................29

Right C 121 Counter Trap (Left C 122 Counter Trap) ...................................................31Right 125 Power (Left 126 Power) ................................................................................33

Right 127 Sweep (Left 128 Sweep) ...............................................................................35

Right 127 Halfback Pass ................................................................................................37Right 125 Keep Pass (Left 126 Keep Pass) ...................................................................38

Belly Series (200) ..............................................................................................................39

Overview ........................................................................................................................39Right C 234 Belly Cross Block (Left C 233 Belly Cross Block) ..................................41

Right C 244 Double Dive (Left C 243 Double Dive) ....................................................44

Right 235 Down (Left 236 Down) .................................................................................46

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Right 227 Belly Sweep ..................................................................................................48Right C 234 Option (Left C 233 Option) ......................................................................49

Right 235 Option (Left 236 Option) ..............................................................................54

Right 235 Keeper Pass ...................................................................................................56

Cross Buck Series (400) ...................................................................................................57

Overview ........................................................................................................................57

Tight Right 430 Wedge (Tight Left C 430 Wedge) ........................................................59Right C 431 Trap (Left C 432 Trap) ..............................................................................61

Right C 425 (Left C 426) ...............................................................................................66

Right C 425 Keep Out (Left C 426 Keep Out) ..............................................................69

Right C 431 Bootleg (Left C 431 Bootleg) ....................................................................71Right C 425 Keep Pass (Left C 426 Keep Pass) ............................................................73

3 Step Passing (99) ...........................................................................................................75

Blue 99 Slant ..................................................................................................................75Blue 99 Hitch .................................................................................................................76

Blue 99 Jet ......................................................................................................................77

NOT USED .......................................................................................................................78

Fly Sweep Series (300) .....................................................................................................78

Blue Laser 328 Fly Sweep .............................................................................................78Blue Laser 332 Trap .......................................................................................................79Blue Laser 336 Down ....................................................................................................80

Blue Rocket 347 Fly Sweep ...........................................................................................81

Blue Rocket 347 Kick Sweep ........................................................................................82

Right C 221 Counter Trap ..............................................................................................84Right 32 Waggle Left (Buck Sweep Series) ..................................................................85

Right 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 playutilizes 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 thebacks 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 theformation 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 themiddle. 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 thedefense.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 attack

5) 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 Alignment

Center C Over ball

Guard RG/LG 1 split from heel of center; 3-point stance

Tackle RT/RT 1 split from outside foot of Guard; widen additional 6 if no oneis in gap; 3-point stance

Tight End Y (TE) 1 split from outside foot of Tackle; widen additional 6 if no oneis in gap; 3-point stance

Split End X (SE) 7 to 10 yards outside of Tackle; 2-point stance eyes on the football

Quarterback 1 Under Center

Halfback 2 (A) Align at Fullbacks depth, split the outside foot of the Tackle; 2-

point stance eyes forward

Fullback 3 (B) Heels 4 yards off of line of scrimmage; 2-point stance eyes

forward

Wingback 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 Series

WB/HB

Motion

Ball

Carrier Hole

Tag

(Play Type)

1.Right 125 Toss Right 100 2 5 Toss

2.Right C 234 Belly Right 200 C 3 4 Belly

3.Red Charlie 348 Fly Red 300 Charlie 4 8 Fly Sweep

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RG RTLT LG3x2 yds

4 yds

6 - 8 yds

0 1 3 5 72468

A B C DABCD

Holes

Gaps

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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 DownOn Red Down, Red

On Go Down, Red, Set, Go

On 2 Down, Red, Set, Go; Red, Set, GoSleep 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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RGRT

Y

LTLG

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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

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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 Rule

C Tells the WB to go in a 3 step short motion; QB snaps the

ball when the WB is in the diveback position behind theTackle

A Tells the HB to go in a 3 step short motion; QB snaps the ballwhen 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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Charlie

C

Abel

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Defensive Fronts vs. Base Wing T

It is important for us to recognize the defensive alignment to make sure we block theright 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

NTTE

BB

C

FS

Contain

Alley Support

(D Gap)

Alley Support

(D Gap)

Contain

A

Gap

B

Gap

C

Gap

A

Gap

B

Gap

C

Gap

EC

B

N TTE

B B

C

FS

Contain

Alley Support

(D Gap)

A

Gap

B

Gap

C

Gap

A

Gap

B

Gap

D

Gap

D

Gap

#0

#1

#2 #3

#4

#5

#1

#2#3

#4

#5

#0 #2

#4

#2#3

#1

#3

#4#5

#5

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Versus 4-4 (40 Gap, Cover 1)

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Contain

Alley Support(D Gap)

Alley Support(D Gap)

A

Gap

B

Gap

C

Gap

A

Gap

B

Gap

C

Gap

D

Gap

EC

B

TTE

B BC

FS

B

#2

#3#2#3 #1#4

#4

#5

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Plays by Formation

Right

127 Bootleg 144 Counter 121 Counter Trap 125 Toss 125 Keep Pass148 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 Pass425 Trap

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Tight T

127 Bootleg 125 Power 127 Sweep

125 Keep Pass

234 Belly Option 234 Belly 233 Belly 233 Belly Option

234 Belly Pass 244 Double Dive 223 Double Dive 233 Belly Keep Pass


430 Wedge 425 Keep Out Pass\

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Slot Left

124 Counter 145 Power 145 Sweep

233 Belly 233 Belly Option233 Keep Pass


445 Keep Pass

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CLL RRRL

QW

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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 blocksout.

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 thenext level.

Downfield Block: Block downfield at the closest point where you will intercept the

defenders (usually the safetys) 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 insideshoulder 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. Its also very important to teach the post

blocker to keep his hips tight with the pivot blockers hips. Its hisresponsibility!

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 andmaintain 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 ofscrimmage at the point of attack (playside).

Wall Off Block: Block defensive pursuit at a point immediately beyond line ofscrimmage. 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. TheCenter should be ready to snap the ball. We want our linemen off the ball as far as legallypossible. 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 guards down hand rather than aligningtheir 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

1. Gap block defender in your inside gap

2. 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.3. 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 noseor coverBSG

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, Pulland kickout firstman pasttackle

Pull andkick outEnd

Gap, On,LB

PST Gap, On,LB

1st LBplayside

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@ thehole

Gap,down, LB

Gap, On,LB

BSG Gap, On,LB

Pull andtrap firstlinemanin or pastthe hole

Pull, leadthru holeand walloff


Gap, On,LB

Gap, On,LB


BST Reach Reach Reach Reach Reach Reach ReachBSE(SE)

Downfield@ thehole

Downfield@ thehole

Downfield@ thehole

Downfield@ thehole

Nearest2nd leveldefender

to theinside

Downfield@ thehole

Downfield@ thehole

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 toteach 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 alignment

b) 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 foot

a) The first step is playside

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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 hedrives 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).

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 pointedforward) 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 thearmpit, 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 hisfront 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. Thehelmet 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 isnot 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 bodyand drive while lifting up on the opponents 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 onthe 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 you

2) 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

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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 blockers shoulder, head, and hands on the defender and

driving him down the track. Never lean into a defender; keep your center of gravitylow 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.

4) The linemen cock their arms at the hips with bent elbows and palmsup. As they begin to make contact with their shoulder and headthey strike into the ribcage and chest (far side hand and near sidehand respectively) with the palms and drives upward and forwardmaintaining contact and force throughout the block. You dont re-cock and strike again instead you keep driving into the defenderwith the palms as you lock into the defender with the head andshoulder. The reason for this is two fold; one you want to get the

defender on his toes and moving down the track and secondly youwant to have a large blocking surface (palm of hands, head, andshoulder) that controls the defenders movements as he tries tobreak away. Never ever let your hands, shoulders, or headdisengage the defender. Always work to maintain your initialplacement as you drive upward into the defender and drivehim down the track.

5) If the down block is a lead block on a double team, the blocker must put his head on

the defenders back and the near shoulder locks in below the defenders shoulder. Thelead 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

Right

TE/WB SE

Left

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/FB

FB - 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 Power

Tight End Gap, on, down

(TE/WB), blockpost (SE)

Step inside,

drive insideshoulder into

Ts 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


away, cover

pulling guard


away


away

Play side

Tackle

Gap, on,

linebacker

Step inside,

drive inside

shoulder into

Gs 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

Cs ribs, anddrive 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 insideshoulder into

Gs ribs, and

drive up field

Reach Reach Reach Reach

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Toss Wedge Trap - SE Trap TE/WB Sweep Power

Split End Release insideand block

nearest second

level defender

to the inside

(SE). Blockdownfield at

hole on toss toTE/WB side.

Block middleof field

(Safety)

Release insideand block

nearest second

level defender

to the inside

(SE).

Blockdownfield at

hole

Blockdownfield at

hole

Blockdownfield 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 inside

T 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 Block

Boxing outside in Kick-out

Outside shoulder or wider of TE (8 or 9 tech) Kick out

Head up or inside TE (6 or tighter tech) Log

Scrapping down the LOS Log

Crashing 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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B BC

C

SSFS


26/90

Versus 4-4

Versus 5-3

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EC

B

TTE

BB

C

FS

B

E

C

BN TTE

B B

C

FS


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Right C 148 Toss Sweep (Left C 147 Toss Sweep)

Versus 5-3


G Gap, on, linebacker Pull, lead through hole, block linebacker to

safety and seal to the inside

T Gap, on, linebacker ReachTE Block post

SE Block nearest deepest defender to the inside

QB 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 inside

WB Short motion, take toss and follow the lead block of the QB

Notes

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E

CB

N TTE

BB

C

FS


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Versus 5-2

Versus 4-4

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EC

SS

N TTE

BB

C

FS

EC

B

TTE

BB

C

FS

B


29/90

Right 144 Counter Trap (Left 145 Counter Trap)

Versus 5-3

Play Side BacksideC Man on man away

G Nearest linebacker Pull and kick out End

T Gap, down, linebacker Reach

TE Pull, lead through hole and block Corner

SE Block nearest deepest defender to the inside

QB Reverse pivot, fake toss, make outside exchange with Wingback, continue Toss path

FB Head for tail of TE

HB Open step, crossover, and run Toss path. Make a good fake and run to the sideline makethem 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 mustdetermine 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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B BCC

B

FS


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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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B BCC

S

B B

N TT EE

B BC C

SSFS


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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 - linebacker

SE Block middle of field (Safety)

QB Reverse pivot, fake toss, make inside exchange with Halfback, continue Toss path

FB Drive for outside foot of backside Tackle and block last man on line of scrimmage

HB Take misdirection step backside. Take inside hand-off and follow block of pulling guard

WB 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

ET


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Versus 5-2

Versus 4-4

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EC

SS

N TTEB B

C

FS

EC

B

TTE

BB

C

FS

B


33/90

Right 125 Power (Left 126 Power)

Versus 5-3


G Gap, On, Linebacker Pull, lead through hole, wall off inside

T Gap, On (Post), Linebacker Reach backsideTE Lead, Linebacker

SE Release inside flat and block middle of field FS

QB Reverse out at 6 oclock, make exchange with Halfback, and run keep out path

FB Head for tail of TE, kick out first man on or outside TE

HB 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 endand pull the PSG around to the Corner

Other formations

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B B

CC

FS

B


34/90

Versus 5-2

Versus 4-4

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TT EE

B BC C

S

BB

EC

SS

N TTE

B BC

FS


35/90

Right 127 Sweep (Left 128 Sweep)

Versus 5-3


G Gap, On, Linebacker Pull, lead through hole, wall off inside

T Gap, On, Linebacker Reach

TE Gap, On, Linebacker SE Release inside flat and block middle of field FS

QB Reverse out at 6 oclock, make exchange with Halfback, an run bootleg path opposite

FB 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 hookdefender inside

Notes We can run 127/128 Bootleg which is blocked the same except that the QB keeps the balland the SE stalks the Corner

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N TT EE

B B

C

C

FS

B


36/90

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


37/90

Right 127 Halfback Pass

Play Side BacksideC Gap-area left

G Gap-area-on Gap-area-on, if uncovered and linebacker

does not blitz, peel back and block backside

EndT 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 route

SE Release inside, run Middle/Post route

QB Reverse out at 6 oclock, make exchange with Halfback, an run bootleg path opposite

FB Run directly at man outside WB, fake block and run into flat no deeper than 5 yards

HB Open step, crossover, and make exchange with QB. Flatten out behind Tackle; read high to

low; run if defenders drop off

WB Block first man outside TE.

Notes

Other formations

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2

1

3

8

3

Run or Pass


38/90

Right 125 Keep Pass (Left 126 Keep Pass)

Versus 5-2 Cover 2

Play Side BacksideC Gap-area left

G 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 route

SE Release inside, run Middle/Post route

QB Reverse pivot, fake toss to HB, and roll to 8 hole; turn on speed no deeper than 5 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 yards

HB 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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FS

1

2

3

8

3

Run or Pass


39/90

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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R

ight

TE/WB SE

Left

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 fullbackalignment, 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 outoption

HB - 45 degree first step, read tackle block,

block first linebacker play side

FB - Side step to play side, drive off first stepfor 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 forFS

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 outfirst man past tackle Pull and kick out end Step and cup blockon, outside,

linebacker


Center Step play side, block

man on man away

Step play side, block

man on man away


man on man away


man on man away


man on man away

Backside Guard Gap, on, linebacker Gap, on, linebacker Pull and block

through hole


Backside Tackle Reach Reach Reach Reach Reach

Split 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 side

T Gap, down, on Base blocking - gap, head-up, linebacker

your side

TE Release inside to middle of field for FS

SE 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 side

WB 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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B B

C

CB

FS


42/90

Versus 52

Versus 44

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N TT EE

B B

C

C

SS

FS

TT EE

B BC

CB

S

B


43/90

Right C 234 Belly

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B

FS

NE

SFS

TT EE

BC

CB

S

B


44/90

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 FS

SE Release inside flat and nearest second level defender to your inside

QB Reverse out at 45 past midline, make exchange with WB, and carry out option path

FB 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 side

WB 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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B B

C

CB

FS


45/90

Versus 52

Versus 44

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B B

C

C

SS

FS

TT EE

B BC

CB

S

B


46/90

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, Linebacker

T Gap-down-linebacker Reach backside

TE Gap-down-linebacker

SE 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 path

FB Outside step and drive towards outside hip of tackle, mesh with QB and take exchange;read block of Guard, run north and south

HB Open step motion play side, run path through fullback alignment then gain depth and runoption 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 defender

Notes

Other formationsRed A 235 Down

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B BC

CB

FS


47/90

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


48/90

Right 227 Belly Sweep

Versus 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 blockout first man that shows

Gap. On, Linebacker

T Gap-on-linebacker Reach backside, block downfield

TE Gap-on-linebacker


QB Reverse pivot 45past midline, make proximity fake with fullback. Push ball back to HB on

second step and run keep out path. Sell fake for 10 yards downfield

FB Run quick belly path towards inside hip of tackle, proximity fake with QB and cut back

towards Center, filling for pulling playside guard

HB Open step, crossover, run path through fullback alignment. Focus eyes on WB block. Cut

off of WB block

WB Gap, Down, Backer

Notes

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FS


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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, linebacker

T Base block gap, on, linebacker Base block gap, on, linebacker

TE Base block gap, on, linebacker

SE Stalk Corner (#5)

QB Reverse pivot, ride fullback sharply, execute option pitch if the End (#3) closes down,

turn up if the End (#3) widens

FB Lead step bend path for outside foot of play side Guard, make good fake, turn up and blockpursuit

HB 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 angle

Notes Technique of read:

eyes on EMLOS immediately; ID the pitch key

ball at sternum level

attack inside hip of pitch key

dont 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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B BC

CB

FS#5

#5

#4 #4

#3#3

#2

#1

#0 #2


50/90

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


52/90

Right C 234 Load Option

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N TT EEB BC CB

FS

N TT EE

B BC

C

SSFS

TT EE

B BC

CB

S

B


53/90

Red Loose A 233 Option

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N TT EEB BC CB

FS

N TT EE

B BC

CSS

FS

TT EE

B BC

CB

S

B


54/90

Right 235 Option (Left 236 Option)

Versus 53

Play Side BacksideC Base block Nose

G Base block gap, head up, linebacker; cut

off backside linebacker

Base block gap, head up, linebacker; cut


T Base block gap, head up, linebacker;

double team tackle


off backside Tackle

TE Release outside and block D gap defender (#4, alley support)


QB Reverse pivot, mesh with fullback, give short ride to fullback, get up field and executeoption. 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 SS

HB 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 1-2yards 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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B BC

CB

FS

#5#4

#3


55/90

Versus 52

Versus 44

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TT EEB

B

CC

B

FS

N TT EE

B BC

C

SSFS


56/90

Right 235 Keeper Pass

Versus 53

Play Side BacksideC Base block gap, head up, linebacker

G Base block gap, head up, linebacker,

double nose

Step and cup

T Base block gap, head up, linebacker Step and cup

TE Release inside, run 10 yard corner route

SE Release to middle of field to hold FS

QB Reverse out, mesh with fullback and fake down; roll play side gaining depth and widthoutside End. Read low to high : (1) WB flat , (2) TE corner out, (3) keep and run

FB Outside step and drive towards outside hip of tackle, make good fake, turn up and loadblock End

HB Open step play side, run path through fullback alignment, turn up and lead QB outside

WB Release immediately to flat look quickly

Notes

Other formations

Red/Blue Loose

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CB

FS


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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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Right

TE/WB SE

Left

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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 dont 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 Cs

ribs, and drive up field

T Step inside, drive inside shoulder into Gsribs, and drive up field

Step inside, drive inside shoulder into Gsribs, and drive up field

TE Step inside, drive inside shoulder into Ts ribs, and drive up field

SE Step inside, drive inside shoulder into Ts ribs, and drive up field. Block middle of field

(Safety) if lined up as SE

QB 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 yards. Hit quickly with no delay. Be prepared to dive over pile if thingsget 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 mans 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 blockers 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


60/90

Right 430 Wedge Bootleg (versus 5-2 Cover 2)

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CB

N TT E

SSB

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FS


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Right C 431 Trap (Left C 432 Trap)

Versus 52

Play Side BacksideC Post nose, cover pulling guard

G Gap, double nose, linebacker Pull inside out. Trap first man in or past

the hole. Keep head to the inside

T First Linebacker on play side of center Gap, backer, on

TE Gap, nearest linebacker

SE Release inside flat and block middle of fieldFS

QB 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 backtogether 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 teamthen 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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Notes HB and QB must make good fake to setup off tackle and bootleg

Blocking Adjustments

1) 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 front

c) 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, down

c) Playside T/TE Gap, On, Linebacker

d) WB Block 1st linebacker playside

3) Tight Right 430 Wedge

a) 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 EE

BB

CC

B

FS

N TT EE

B B

C

CB

FS


64/90

Right 430 Base

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N TT EE

B BC

CB

FS

N TT EE

B BC

CSS

FS

TT EE

B BC

CB

S

B


65/90

Right C 431 ICE

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N TT EE

B BC CB

FS

N TT EE

B BC

CSS

FS

TT EE

B BC

CB

S

B


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Right C 425 (Left C 426)

Versus 52


G Gap, on, linebacker Pull, lead through hole, and block first

wrong color jersey

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 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 WBs 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 DEwhere he is at or drive towards sideline. Do not allow DE to cross your face.

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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 TEgap, down, backer rule.

3. No one there, turn up first opening to wall off pursuit.

Center

1. Protect play side gap by reaching.

2. Work through nose mans playside leg to the backside linebacker , do not go too

flat

3. Be aware of any inside move by a man on the guard or an inside stunt by alinebacker.

4. If no one threatens the playside gap, drop offside foot to block any pursuit from

the backside.

Playside Guard

1. If there is a 53 over shift (nose man in playside gap), read down to the middlelinebacker

Blocking Adjustments

1. Right 427 Switch (TE and WB switch assignments versus 53 or 40 front)1. TE kick out defensive end

2. WB Block first man on or inside TE

2. Right 427 Trap1. TE Gap, down, linebacker

2. WB 1st playside linebacker3. Backside Guard pull playside down line of scrimmage. Trap first man

past TEs down block

3. Right 427 Down1. Playside Guard pull and kick out End2. Playside Tackle Gap, down, backer

3. TE Gap, down, backer

4. 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


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Right C 425 Keep Out (Left C 426 Keep Out)

Versus 52


G Gap, on, linebacker Pull, bubble on 3rd step swing around WBs

block and first man outside the WBs block.


TE Gap, on, down, read up (linebacker inside)


QB Pivot on playside foot and follow the mid-line. Put the ball in the HB pocket on 2nd stepand 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.




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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B BC

C

SSFS


70/90

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Versus 44

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TT EE

BB

CC

B

FS

N TT EE

B BC

CB

FS


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Right C 431 Bootleg (Left C 431 Bootleg)

Versus 52

Play Side BacksideC Post nose, cover pulling guard

G Gap, on, linebacker Lead step, pull normal and on your second

step bubble. Hook the DE with anaggressive block.

T Gap, on, linebacker Gap, backer, on

TE Run post routeSE Release inside, run post corner route. Make sight adjustment to an out route if Corner

plays deep

QB Reverse pivot on backside foot, second step should clear the midline; step deep for fake to

HB; touch the faking backs 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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B BC C

SSFS


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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


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Right C 425 Keep Pass (Left C 426 Keep Pass)

Versus 52


G 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.




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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B BC

C

SSFS


74/90

Versus 53 (Switch Pass)

Versus 44 (Tight Right 425 Keep Pass)

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B

TT EE

B B

CC

B

FS

N TT EE

B BC

CB

FS


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3 Step Passing (99)

Blue 99 Slant

Play Side BacksideC Block play side A Gap

G Base block gap, head-up, linebacker. Cutdefenders to get their hands down Base block gap, head-up, linebacker. Cutdefenders 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


TE Run flat combination route -

SE Run 5 yard slant route

QB 3 step drop (5 yards) and release ball quickly

FB Block to TE side look for blitzing linebackers

HB Run slant combination route release to flats look immediately

WB 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 oclock.

b) the second step is a cross-over step: it is a gather step where the foot crosses overthe reach step (about 1 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 helpmaintain a balance.

d) at this point the QB should be in a balanced, alert set position.

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B BC

S

F

C

1

2

3

Fan Call


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Blue 99 Hitch


G Base block gap, head-up, linebacker. Cut



defenders to get their hands downT Base block gap, head-up, linebacker. Cut




TE Run flat combination route

SE Run 6 yard hitch route get hands up quickly

QB 3 step drop (5 yards) and release ball quickly (to the numbers)


HB Run hitch combination route release up-field on a jet route


Notes

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B BC

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Blue 99 Jet


G Base block gap, head-up, linebacker. Cut




T Base block gap, head-up, linebacker. Cut




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)


HB Run jet combination route release to flats look immediately


Notes

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B BC

S

F C

1

2

3


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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 inside

T Block play side linebacker Block downfield looking for FS

TE Hook End


QB Send HB in motion by lifting heel; snap the ball when motion man gets to inside leg of

Tackle; reverse out at 6 oclock (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 QBs 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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B BC

CSSFS


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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 pastthe 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 SS

SE Release inside flat and block middle of field

FS

QB 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 outsideHB Sweeper; go in Laser motion full speed on QBs 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 Corner

Notes 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, linebacker

G Down block - pull and kick out first man

passed the C Gap



T Down block - block down B Gap Base block gap, head up, linebacker; cutoff backside Tackle

TE Down block - block down C Gap


QB Send HB in motion by lifting heel; snap the ball when motion man gets to inside leg ofTackle; reverse out at 6 oclock (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 QBs command; motion through 1 yd spotbehind QB; fake exchange with QB and run sweep path to the sideline

WB Influence defensive end and attack SS

Notes

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Blue Rocket 347 Fly Sweep


G Pull, lead through C Gap, and wall off Block A Gap

T Hook End (#3) Block B Gap

TE Release inside and block SS

SE Block down 2

nd

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 defender

WB Sweeper; go in Rocket motion full speed on QBs command; motion through 1 yd spot

behind QB; make exchange with QB; side step for depth, after receiving the handoff hideball on hip until you turn up field; follow blockers and out run defenders to the sideline


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#2

#3B

N TT EE

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CSSFS

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Blue Rocket 347 Kick Sweep


G Pull, lead through C Gap, and wall off Block A Gap

T Block play side linebacker Block B Gap

TE Release inside and block SS

SE Block down 2nd outside defender

QB 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 usingleft hand; fake exchange with fullback and pull hands back together then run bootleg path.

FB Align in B Gap, kick out first man outside HB

HB Crack down on defensive end

WB Sweeper; go in Rocket motion full speed on QBs 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


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#2

#3

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N TT EE

BC

CSS FS#4


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Right C 221 Counter Trap

Versus 53

Play Side BacksideC Step backside block man on man away

G 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 SS


QB Reverse out at 6 oclock, flash fake fullback sharply, make inside handoff to HB, continue

with option fake

FB Drive for outside foot of backside Guard, make good fake, and block backside B Gap

HB 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 center

WB 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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FS


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Versus 44

Right 32 Waggle Left (Buck Sweep Series)

(Left 31 Waggle Right)

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TT EE

B BC

CB

FS

B

N TT EEB B

C

C

SS

FS

N TT EE

B BC C

SSFS

1

23

We can run this as a

naked bootleg

without ullin the


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Play Side BacksideC Base block nose.

G Pull and hook End Pull flat and lead QB on bootleg

T 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 canfind you

SE Run post corner route. Make sight adjustment to an out route if Corner plays deep

QB 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 guardon 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 field

Notes 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


G Gap, on, linebacker Pull, bubble on 3rd step swing around WBs

block and first man outside the WBs block.


TE Gap, on, down, read up (lineb

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