During the strategy of a game, one play is used to set up another. Here are two companion plays used to set up and trick your opponents.
Diagram 1: Pass “A.” This play is set up with a split end and twins right (in a stack formation). The wingback is put in motion to receive a pitch from the quarterback. The QB should use a 2-hand underhand pitch. After the pitch, the QB bootlegs to the left.
The split end runs a shallow post. The fullback runs 5-yards parallel with the split end and then runs a flag route. The tailback swings to the outside and runs up the rail. The tight end blocks on the line of scrimmage, then runs a deep post.
All the receivers must run precise routes. The WB, who must have the ability to pass the ball, reads a progression of TB, FB and SE.
Diagram 2: Pass “B.” Run the same as play “A,” but the TE blocks at the LOS for a 1-count, runs a 5-yard slant and then a hairpin route to the outside.
The QB fakes a pitch to the WB, who after going in motion, rolls right as if he had the ball. The QB bootlegs left with the
TE being the only potential receiver.
If the TE is covered, the QB can either throw the ball away or run with it.
—Robert Knight
Preston High School,
Kingwood, W.V.