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The Bullfrog Spread Option
The Bullfrog Spread Option, what we call the Frogbone,
is a series‐based offense that uses the Triple Option as
the core scheme, and is executed from a Run and Shoot
Formation. The Frogbone has the potential to have 4
WR's in the pass game and run an option game with 4
RB's.
Thus spake the master Coach:
“When you can know the error in the mesh, it will
be time for you to leave.”
OL Blocking Schemes
In every offense, every play has some kind
of blocking pattern, the “scheme”, that is
called with the play. This is a collection of
the most common schemes with a method
for identifying the defender(s) to block.
As the o‐line goes, so goes the team.
Frogbone Blocking Schemes
• In every offense, every play has some kind of blocking
pattern, the “scheme”, that is called with the play
• The Blocking Schemes presented here are a collection
of the most common schemes with a method for
identifying the defender(s) to block
• The objective is to define a set of blocking schemes
that will remain constant for all levels of the program
– If we say the blocking scheme is Base or G or In
everyone will know what the OL assignments are
• The objective is to train the OL in a few base schemes
but vary the backfield action to increase the number
of combinations without adding to what the OL has
to learn
• The most common blocking schemes are used for
blocking our plays
Frogbone Blocking Schemes
• The objective is to keep things simple for the players
– The players will play with more confidence and less thinking
resulting in more speed if they know that they know what,
and how, they are to do on each play
• We don’t want:
– A number of blocking schemes with variability based on the
defensive alignment
– Changing the blocking schemes each week based on the
defense we expect to see
– Changing the positions of the OL
• Leverage blocking schemes
– We want to teach the OL a few blocking schemes and then get
really good at running those schemes
– Then we will change the backfield action, giving us more plays
without increasing the mental load on the OL
• Our process
– Determine the plays we will run in our offense
– Associate the primary blocking schemes with the play
– Identify the types of blocks used in each scheme
– Build the inventory of blocks that the OL need to know
– Build the inventory of skills and drills necessary to execute
each block
Sainted Six Blocking Schemes
Scheme
Run Block Schemes Name Play Skills and Techniques Play Call
In Victor Inside Veer • Double Team 14 Inside Veer Arc M35
Victoria • Drive ‐ DL 14 Inside Veer Bob M35
• Drive ‐ LB 14 Inside Veer Bubble
• Veer Release to LB 14 Inside Veer Twirl M44 T
16 Inside Veer Arc M45
16 Inside Veer Bob M45
16 Inside Veer Bubble
16 Inside Veer Twirl M36 T
Counter Option 14 Counter Option M44 T
16 Counter Option M36 T
24 Counter Option Iso M44 T
26 Counter Option Iso M36 T
Pass Block Schemes
Quick Fire 0‐, 1‐Step • Scramble
Big‐On‐Big Bob / Bobbie 1‐, 3‐Step • Drop‐Back pass pro
Slide Zack / Zoe 1‐, 3‐Step • Drop‐Back pass pro, Zone look
Stop Stan / Stella 3‐Step • Drop‐Back pass pro
Lead
Midline
Power
Wrap
Zone Zone
Secondary OG Pull & Kick
Drive
Speed Zone
Down
Trap Drive
Pull & Trap
Pass
Primary Quick Scramble
Slide Full Slide
Play Action (Quick) Scramble
Identification, beginning with the playside:
• The defensive lineman or linebacker on/over, or inside the center, is 0
• The next defensive lineman or linebacker is P1
• The third defender on or off the LOS is P2
• The last defender on the LOS is P3
• The strong safety or force player is P4
• The numbering construct is repeated for the backside defenders, B1‐B4
Blocking assignments:
• The center drive blocks 0 away from the hole
• The playside guard drive blocks P1 away from the hole
• The playside tackle drive blocks P2 away from the hole
• The playside tight end drive blocks P3 away from the hole
• The backside guard and tackle base block B1 and B2
• If P1 is stacked behind a defensive tackle (P2) the playside guard must combo block with the
playside tackle
This is per the book, however it only goes into 3 examples. I think that additional examples of defensive
alignments would be necessary to prove out the concept to the point that there would be no question about
which defender was which number.
B3 0 P3
B2 B1 P1 P2
T G G T
1
2 4
Base
PSTE Drive block P3 away from the hole
PST Drive block P2 away from the hole
Drive block P1 away from the hole
PSG
If P1 is stacked behind a defensive tackle (P2) the guard must combo block with the tackle
C Drive block 0 away from the hole
BSG Drive block B1 away from the hole
Playside ‐>
B3 0 P3 B3 0 P3
B2 B1 P1 P2 B2 B1 P1 P2
T G G T T G G T
1 1
2 4 2 4
B3 0 P1 P4 B3 B1 P1 P3
B2 B1 P2 P3 B2 0 P2
T G G T T G G T
1 1
2 4 2 4
B3 0 P3 B3 0 P3
B2 B1 P1 P2 B2 B1 P1 P2
T G G T T G G T
1 1
2 4 2 4
B3 0 P3 B3 0 P3
B2 B1 P1 P2 B2 B1 P1 P2
T G G T T G G T
1 1
2 4 2 4
PRIMARY RUN SCHEMES
Lead (Base)
LTE LT LG C RG RT RTE
Lead Right Base Base Base Base Base #1 DL Base #2 DL Base #3 DL
Lead Left Base #3 DL Base #2 DL Base #1 DL Base Base Base Base
This is a very basic play that puts our players in a 1:1 blocking assignment. This is an old fashioned we’re
coming right at you play. The blocking is Base, meaning that each OL has 1 defender to block and so this is an
aggressive blocking strategy. The OL are blocking a single defender and the blocking back is attacking a LB. The
other RB will read the block and adjust.
In (Inside Veer)
LTE LT LG C RG RT RTE
st st
In Right Base Base Base Base 1 man 1 man Veer Release
inside PST, inside,
may double Inside gap,
with PST linebacker, ,
may double
with PSG
st st
In Left Veer Release 1 man 1 man Base Base Base Base
inside, inside PST,
Inside gap, may double
linebacker, , with PST
may double
with PSG
In is a combo block by the PSG and PST. If the PST is uncovered he can release to the playside LB if the PSG has
a 2i technique (or can handle a 2‐tech). If there is a 3‐tech the PSG will call for ‘Us’ telling the PST that he will
double‐team the 3‐tech with the PSG.
The PSTE will veer release and block the force defender unless the block is called In Load. Load tells the PSTE
to come inside and block the defender over the PST. If necessary, this also allows the PST to combo block
inside. If the PSG is uncovered he can also combo block with the C, or release up to the LB’s.
Note: This version of blocking the ISV is commonly called
the Zone ISV.
Midline
LTE LT LG C RG RT RTE
Midline Base Base Base Base Inside Out Out
Right release
direct to ILB
Midline Left Out Out Inside Base Base Base Base
release
direct to ILB
Midline tells the PSG to release inside and attack the ILB. The PST blocks out on any defender outside so the
motion back can lead on the PSLB.
Power
LTE LT LG C RG RT RTE
Power Right Base Base Pull & Lead Down Down Down Down
Power Left Down Down Down Down Pull & Lead Base Base
Power tells the BSG to OG pull and lead up into the hole on LB’s or secondary players. The PSTE, PST, PSG, and
C down and combo block. The three OL and TE create a wall by stepping down at a 45‐degree angle. They
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must attempt to place defenders on the V of their inside neck. The BSG may be turning up to the 2 level at
any point past the PSG, depending on the call.
For the Power pull we will use the Skip technique where the OL will keep his shoulders and hips square to the
LOS.
Variations/Calls:
Out: The PST blocks out, like on Midline, and the BSG pulls around the PSG, not the PST.
Log: The BSG will pull and attempt to log (gain outside leverage) of the EMLOS/DE. If he cannot
establish outside control he will then drive the DE to the sideline.
Kick: The BSG pulls and kicks the DE/EMLOS out (This is the OG blocking scheme)
Cousin: The Wrap block where the C pulls around the PSG is a cousin of the Power. The C has to be trained in
how to make the Power block.
Zone
LTE LT LG C RG RT RTE
Zone Right Zone Right Zone Right Zone Right Zone Right Zone Right Zone Right Zone Right
Zone Left Zone Left Zone Left Zone Left Zone Left Zone Left Zone Left Zone Left
Zone tells the entire OL and TE’s to take a lateral step at a 90‐degree angle with the playside foot, keeping the
shoulders square to the LOS. Then, as their second and third backside steps land, they begin to turn upfield to
lock on the defender. If the OL or TE is covered, he will most likely block this defender as long as the DL does
not slant in the opposite direction.
If a zone blocker is uncovered, he steps laterally at a 90‐degree angle to stop any outside slants. If no slant
occurs, the zone‐stepping lineman tries to reach the next defender over. Next defender over tells the OL to
reach his helmet across the next defender. The exception is the last man on the LOS. He does not release his
defender until the inside lineman next to him takes over the block.
If the defender is any good he will read the OL’s helmet and step laterally with the OL. So most of the time the
OL will still block the same defenders.
Variations/Calls:
Down: The PST blocks down to the inside which is comparable to the Speed blocking scheme.
Lesser used and/or variations on the primary schemes
SECONDARY RUN
SCHEMES
Draw
LTE LT LG C RG RT RTE
Draw Right Hinge Hinge Hinge Hinge Hinge Hinge Hinge
Draw Left Hinge Hinge Hinge Hinge Hinge Hinge Hinge
Draw tells the OL to invite the DL to run outside the running lane of the draw’s location. The OL must know
where the draw is going before taking a 12‐inch drop step. The hinge step invites the DL to run up field. As the
DL rushes, the OL pushes the DL past the running lane. The uncovered OL always takes a drop step, then
attacks the LB. The C and Guards can always use an X block with this same draw technique.
OG
LTE LT LG C RG RT RTE
OG Right Base Base Pull & Kick Base Base Base Base
OG Left Base Base Base Base Pull & Kick Base Base
OG tells the BSG to pull playside around the end to block the force man, or kick‐out the first defender head‐up
or outside the end. The BSG can roll, cut, or kick‐out this defender. If uncovered the C must block down on the
BSG’s defender.
Out
LTE LT LG C RG RT RTE
Out Right Zone Right Zone Right Zone Right Zone Right Zone Right Zone Right Down
Out Left Down Zone Left Zone Left Zone Left Zone Left Zone Left Zone Left
Out is used for the Outside Veer where we will option the EMLOS. We would normally run this with a TE or
Nasty X/Y. All of the OL Zone block with the exception of the TE that would down block.
Speed
LTE LT LG C RG RT RTE
Speed Right Zone Zone Zone Zone Zone If EMLOS: Combo with
Release PST
inside, hook
or seal
If TE then
combo
Speed Left Combo with If EMLOS: Zone Zone Zone Zone Zone
PST Release
inside, hook
or seal
If TE then
combo
Speed tells the PST to release directly upfield to seal or hook block a defender in front and on his inside. The
PST releases the last defender on the LOS if he aligns outside his numbers. If the PST is facing two defenders
outside an open‐end tackle, the PST must block the 4/5 technique defender. If the PST is in the Flanker
formation, the PST zone blocks. The PSTE combo blocks with the PST. The rest of the OL zone blocks to
playside.
Trap
LTE LT LG C RG RT RTE
Trap Right Base Base Pull and trap Base Makes Call YOU: Down Base
YOU: Combo to inside,
with C, or but ignore
pull DL inside (2‐,
(influence) 3‐, 4i‐
behind PST technique)
ME: PSLB ME: Base
Trap Left Base YOU: Down Makes Call Base Pull and trap Base Base
to inside, YOU: Combo
but ignore with C, or
DL inside (2‐, pull
3‐, 4i‐ (influence)
technique) behind PST
ME: Base ME: PSLB
Trap tells the BSG to pull and kick‐out the first DL head‐up or outside the PSG. The PSG makes a call by yelling
“YOU” or “ME”. This signal/call tells the PST and PSG their assignments. “YOU” tells the PST to down block the
PSLB because the PSG is going to combo, release inside with the C, or influence behind the PST. “ME” tells the
PST to base block because the PSG is going to block the PSLB. The PSG always calls “YOU” if he cannot release
up to the middle linebacker, but first the PSG must always block down on any defender who is in the A‐gap or
covering the C.
Wrap
LTE LT LG C RG RT RTE
Wrap Right Scoop Scoop Scoop to LB Pull & Lead Down Out Out
Wrap Left Out Out Down Pull & Lead Base Base Base
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Wrap is a scheme where the C will loop around the PSG and look to block the 2 level. The PSG will block
down on the A‐gap or Nose over the C. The PST and PSTE block out. BSG, BST, BSTE all scoop block.
For the Wrap block (a variation of the Power pull) we will use the Skip technique where the C will keep his
shoulders and hips square to the LOS.
Cousin: The Wrap block where the C pulls around the PSG is a cousin of the Power. The C has to be trained in
how to make the Power block.
Lesser used and/or variations on the primary schemes
ADDITIONAL RUN
SCHEMES
Belly
LTE LT LG C RG RT RTE
Belly Right Base Base Base Base Pull & Kick Down Base
Belly Left Base Down Pull & Kick Base Base Base Base
Belly tells the PST to block down on a covered PSG and tells the PSG to pull behind for a kick‐out or roll block
on the first defender in front or past the PST. If the PST is covered the PSG hook blocks the defender. If the
formation has a PSTE then the PSG will block the force defender because the PSTE hook blocks the defensive
end. The FB will block the strongside LB. Backside OL will block base.
Bounce
LTE LT LG C RG RT RTE
Bounce Base Base Base Base Step playside Step playside Step playside
Right then Hook then Hook then Hook
Bounce Left Step playside Step playside Step playside Base Base Base Base
then Hook then Hook then Hook
Bounce tells the PSG, PST, PSTE to take one base step playside in order to sell the lead, but then hook block
their defenders (DL or LB playing directly in front of them) to the inside. The RB automatically bounces to the
outside. The FB takes two steps downhill towards the PST’s inside leg but then breaks it around the end to
seal block on the LB.
Counter
LTE LT LG C RG RT RTE
Counter Base Pull & Lead Pull and Kick Down Down Down Down
Right
Counter Left Down Down Down Down Pull and Kick Pull & Lead Base
Counter is a blocking scheme where the C and the PSG, PST, PSTE block down so the BSG and BST can pull.
The down blocks must take care of the DT’s and N with double‐team blocks on the playside and combo blocks
on the backside. The BSG pulls for a kick‐out or roll block on the first defender past the end of the LOS, and
the BST leads into the hole.
G
LTE LT LG C RG RT RTE
G Right Base Base Base Base Pull & Kick Down Down
G Left Down Down Pull & Kick Base Base Base Base
G tells the PSG to kick‐out or roll block on the last defender on the LOS. The PSG wants to block the DE in the
direction he is going. If the DE steps forward and up, the PSG blocks with the outside V of his neck on the DE’s
inside hip. If the DE comes flat inside behind the PST or PSTE down block, the PSG rolls him inside by using the
inside V of his neck on the outside hip. If the DE squats or slow‐plays the PSG can cut block.
GOG
LTE LT LG C RG RT RTE
GOG Right Base Base Pull and Down If PSG and If covered, Hook block
lead/seal PST are Hook block.
covered If
then PSG uncovered,
must stay. down block.
Otherwise
pulls and
kicks
GOG Left Hook block If covered, If PSG and Down Pull and Base Base
Hook block. PST are lead/seal
If covered
uncovered, then PSG
down block. must stay.
Otherwise
pulls and
kicks
GOG tells the BSG and the PSG to pull playside. If the PSG and PST are both covered then the PSG must stay,
unless the uncovered C is going to reach the playside DT. The PSTE hook blocks, and the uncovered C blocks
down. If the PST is uncovered he blocks down. The PSG blocks the force defender and the BSG seals pursuit
from the inside (leads into the hole).
GT
LTE LT LG C RG RT RTE
GT Right Base Base Base Zone Pull to Pull to Base
outside outside
GT Left Base Pull to Pull to Zone Base Base Base
outside outside
GT tells the PSG and PST to pull. Even if both players are covered, they will pull laterally to the outside to chop
block the secondary defenders. The C will zone block playside.
Power – Center
LTE LT LG C RG RT RTE
Power Right Base Base Base Pull & Lead Down Down Down
Power Left Down Down Down Pull & Lead Base Base Base
Power tells the TB or motion back to load block the last defender on the LOS. Power also tells the C to pull
and lead up into the hole on LB’s or secondary players. The PSTE, PST, PSG, and C down and combo block. The
three OL and TE create a wall by stepping down at a 45‐degree angle. They must attempt to place defenders
on the V of their inside neck.
Open
LTE LT LG C RG RT RTE
Zone Right Zone Right Zone Right Zone Right Zone Right Zone Right Zone Right Zone Right
Zone Left Zone Left Zone Left Zone Left Zone Left Zone Left Zone Left Zone Left
Zone tells the entire OL and TE’s to take a lateral step at a 90‐degree angle with the playside foot, keeping the
shoulders square to the LOS. Then, as their second and third backside steps land, they begin to turn upfield to
lock on the defender. If the OL or TE is covered, he will most likely block this defender as long as the DL does
not slant in the opposite direction.
If a zone blocker is uncovered, he steps laterally at a 90‐degree angle to stop any outside slants. Of no slant
occurs, the zone‐stepping lineman tries to reach the next defender over. Next defender over tells the OL to
reach his helmet across the next defender. The exception is the last man on the LOS. He does not release his
defender until the inside lineman next to him takes over the block.
If the defender is any good he will read the OL’s helmet and step laterally with the OL. So most of the time the
OL will still block the same defenders.
The objective is to provide sufficient protection for
our quarterback so that we can have the opportunity
to complete a pass. To do that we will have several
pass protection schemes.
PASS BLOCKING SCHEMES
Pass Protection Summary
Protection Protection
(Blockers) Call Description
5‐man Quick • Use the Base run‐blocking assignments
• The ball will be gone quick enough that we don’t have to worry about the
OL going downfield
• It is important that the OL attack the defenders to keep the DL hands
down.
6‐man Big‐On‐Big • Bob is a man‐man protection that uses the Lead/Base blocking scheme to
determine the OL assignments
• The PSG makes a call to tell the 2‐back which gap the PSG will be taking
Slide • Rob and Lobo are full slide protections with the TB attacking the EMLOS
away from the call side/direction of the OL slide
7‐man Stop • Stop is a 7‐man protection with the OL stepping to the inside and the
backs taking the EMLOS to their side
• Romeo & Lima indicate the responsibilities for the B‐ and A‐backs
Play Action • Blocking is based on the run play call
Sprint Sprint • OL step AWAY from the sprint direction, the backs cover the EMLOS on
the call side.
Middle Screen Middle • The blocking scheme stays the same with the OT’s going for the OLB’s,
the OG’s after the ILB’s, and the C going after the Safety.
Outside Screen Outside • The OT’s take their defender upfield, the G‐C‐G make contact and then
break outside of the call side hash
Tunnel Screen Tunnel • The C and PSG pull to the outside, the PST takes the EMLOS defender and
drives him outside past the depth of the QB
QB Calls
Call Back Action
Stay Left Left A‐Back • Block the EMLOS on the left
• Would move into a wing alignment rather than slot
Stay Right Right A‐Back • Block the EMLOS on the right
• Would move into a wing alignment rather than slot
A Stay or Sit call will ALWAYS override the alignment and assignment of that player
Pass Protection Usage
If we call this Then we use
pass scheme this protection Because we think this
• The QB will be getting the ball and throwing it as quickly as
possible, he will not be taking any drop steps
Quick, 0‐Step Fire • The OL must fire out and stop the DL at the LOS, there can be NO
penetration
• Preference is to cut the DL to put them down on the ground
• The QB will be taking a single large step and then looking to throw
the ball
Fire • The quickness of the throw requires that the DL hands be down
1‐Step
Slide and that there is no penetration
• The QB will be taking 3 steps and then looking to throw the ball
Big‐On‐Big • We will have this capability but the 3‐Step will not be a primary
3‐Step Slide part of the offense, our goal is to throw the ball quickly
Stop (Max)
• The backfield will execute the play action fake
• OL will fire out and put the DL on the ground
Play Action Fire
• OL block back (Zone) away from the call side
• The RB’s will pin the call side DE/EMLOS
Sprint Slide
QB Drop
Protection 0 1 3 Sprint
Bob Yes
Stop Yes
QB Calls
Usage Operation/Coaching Points
The QB can override the assignments of the backs by • Stay Left: The left slot stays and attacks the EMLOS
using calls. He would use these when he sees an /most dangerous defender (LB) to the left side
overload by the defense or if there is a strong defender • Stay Right: The right slot stays and attacks the EMLOS
that is causing problems. /most dangerous defender (LB) to the right side
These calls take precedence over the player assignment. • The Stay call will likely require either a shift or a
motion to get the slot into the proper position
• Sit Left: The B‐Back will attack the left A‐gap, looking
for blitzes and then move to the outside.
• Sit Right: The B‐Back will attack the right A‐gap,
looking for blitzes and then move to the outside.
• The QB can tell the B‐back to change his alignment to
stop a visible threat by the LB, for example moving up
into the A‐gap
• It is likely that the B‐back would move into a
King/Queen alignment with a Sit call
B B B
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Stay Left Stay Right
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Sit Left Sit Right
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Possible Protection Configurations
• 5 Blockers: 5 OL
– OL attack the defenders, used for quick passing
– Back can go out on route/play action
– Backs can a) motion, and b) go out on routes
• 6 Blockers: 5 OL + B‐Back
– A‐Back(s) can a) motion, and b) go out on route, usually
Bubble/Swing to the play side
– This would include Big‐On‐Big
• Man‐on‐man protection
• B‐Back stays and blocks the play side gap called by the
OG
– This would include Slide
• Full slide protection by the OL
• B‐Back blocks EMLOS away from the call side
• 7 Blockers: 5 OL + B‐Back + A‐Back
– Backs block the EMLOS, OL step inside
– This is the Stop protection
5‐Man Protection
Usage Operation/Coaching Points
5‐man protection used for the 0‐Step (quick) passing • Pass is gone very quickly so the OL has to block
game. The B‐Back is not part of the protection, he is not aggressively and attack their assignment
close enough to the LOS to be effective without getting • OL are aggressively attacking the defenders to keep
into the throwing lane(s) for the QB. The B‐back can be them from making penetration and to keep their
moved into a King/Queen alignment and then he will hands down and keep the DL on the LOS
take/assist with that side A‐gap (Sit). The A‐Backs can be • Preference is to cut the DL
kept in if they are aligned as wings and not as slots • OL are manned up, use Lead/Base blocking rules for
(Stay). assignments
• C takes on/occupied gap
There is no play action by the QB or RB’s. • G takes #1
• T takes #2
• The OL 1st look is inside gap first
• If an LB appears in the gap the OL has to take
inside
• If there is a visible threat from the ILB the QB can
move the B‐back up to that side to take the gap (Sit
call)
B B B
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6‐Man Protection Calls
• Big‐On‐Big
– OL are manned up, use Lead/Base blocking rules for
assignments
• C takes on/playside gap/backside gap
• G takes #1
• T takes #2
– Playside OG makes blocking call for the B‐Back
• Apple – The OG is taking the A‐gap, B‐Back takes B‐gap
• Bravo – The OG is taking the B‐gap, B‐Back takes A‐gap
• Help – The OG is telling the C to help with the A‐gap
defender, B‐Back takes the B‐gap (Apple)
• Slide
– Left – The OL slide to the left
• Linemen reach block/Zone/step to their left
• FB goes to right EMLOS
– Right – The OL slide to the right
• Linemen reach block/Zone/step to their right
• FB goes to left EMLOS
Slide Left
Usage Operation/Coaching Points
6‐man pass protection with full slide by the OL. The B‐ • The B‐back has to attack the EMLOS and not wait.
Back takes the EMLOS to the right (away from call) side • This also allows the QB to do a flash run fake
and the OL slide to the call. • The B‐back has to take the EMLOS to the outside so
This protection can be used with either the 1‐Step or 3‐ the DE does not get a direct path to the QB
Step QB drop. • OL stay square to the LOS
• RB attack the inside hip of the OT and take the inside
number of the defender off the edge
The QB will be throwing TO the call side (Left).
B B
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Slide Right
Usage Operation/Coaching Points
6‐man pass protection with full slide by the OL. The B‐ • The B‐back has to attack the EMLOS and not wait.
Back takes the EMLOS to the left (away from call) side • This also allows the QB to do a flash run fake
and the OL slide to the call. • The B‐back has to take the EMLOS to the outside so
This protection can be used with either the 1‐Step or 3‐ the DE does not get a direct path to the QB
Step QB drop • OL stay square to the LOS
• RB attack the inside hip of the OT and take the inside
number of the defender off the edge
The QB will be throwing TO the call side (Right).
B B
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Slide – Notes vs. Odd Front (3‐4)
Usage Operation/Coaching Points
6‐man pass protection with full slide by the OL. The B‐ • The B‐back has to attack the EMLOS and not wait
Back takes the EMLOS to the left (away from call) side • This also allows the QB to do a flash run fake
and the OL slide to the call. • The B‐back has to take the EMLOS to the outside so
This protection can be used with either the 1‐Step or 3‐ the DE does not get a direct path to the QB
Step QB drop. • OL stay square to the LOS
• Backside (Left) OT and RB have the “B & E” or inside
defender off the edge
The QB will be throwing TO the call side (Right). • Backside (Left) OG and C have the “N & M”, C cannot
just leave the N
• Playside (Right) G & OT have the “E & S”, OT should
set for a speed rush by the E
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Big‐On‐Big
Usage Operation/Coaching Points
6‐man protection that uses BOB protection assignments. • If the pass is going toward the right the playside OG
Each OL takes the nearest DL in man protection. The B‐ will make an Apple , Bravo, or Help call. This tells the
Back will take the gap away from the call of the playside B‐Back which gap the OG is taking and for the back to
OG, take the other gap
The C will take the Nose , then nearest DL. The OG takes • Apple means the OG is taking the A‐gap and
the 1st DL, the OT’s take the 2nd DL (Lead/Base blocking the back takes the B‐gap
rules). The playside OG will make a call depending on the • Bravo means the OG is taking the B‐gap and
alignment of the playside DL. the back takes the A‐gap
This protection can be used with either the 1‐Step or 3‐ • Help means that there is a defender in the
Step QB drop. playside A‐gap and the OG needs help from
the C – he wants a double‐team
• The OG will determine which gap he will be taking
based on the alignment of the nearest DL.
• The OG will use the best angles, so if the DL is
inside he will call Apple
• If the DL is outside he will call Bravo
• If head up he can choose either Apple or
Bravo (possibly an in‐game adjustment)
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• In this example if the pass was targeted to the right (Pamela), the right OG would make a Bravo call, the
DL is head‐up or outside, telling the B‐back to take the A‐gap.
• If the pass was targeted to the left (Pablo), the left OG would make an Apple call, the DL is head‐up or
inside, telling the B‐back to take the B‐gap.
• Since there is a DL in the inside gap the left OG could make the Help call which gets the C to
actively double‐team with the OG. The B‐back would take the B‐gap.
7‐Man Protection Call – Stop
• All linemen punch and take 1 reach step toward the
center of the line
– This does not change with the skills call
• Left
– B‐back goes to left side and is responsible for the
EMLOS
– The left A‐back goes in motion to the right and has
responsibility for the right EMLOS
• Right
– B‐back goes to right side and is responsible for the
EMLOS
– The right A‐back goes in motion to the left and has
responsibility for the left EMLOS
Stop Left
Usage Operation/Coaching Points
7‐man pass protection with the B‐Back and A‐Back • The OL are stepping to the inside and the backs are
staying in to block. The B‐Back goes to the EMLOS taking the EMLOS
towards the left (call) side. The A‐Back to the left (call
side) motions and takes the EMLOS to the right (away
from the call).
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Stop Right
Usage Operation/Coaching Points
7‐man pass protection with the B‐Back and A‐Back The OL are stepping to the inside and the backs are
staying in to block. The B‐Back goes to the EMLOS taking the EMLOS.
towards the right (call) side. The A‐Back to the right (call
side) motions and takes the EMLOS to the left (away
from the call).
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Sprint
Usage Operation/Coaching Points
7‐man pass blocking scheme used for sprinting the QB to • The OL Zone block away from the play
the outside. This uses both backs in the protection. The • Gap first, then on. If a DL is inside or shaded
play side back may go on a Double‐Out route if there is then take that DL 1st. The next player outside
no threat to the QB. will take the DL head up.
The playside wing has to establish the edge by pinning • The RB’s have responsibility for the playside EMLOS,
the DE. Help will come from the B‐Back, but the primary for establishing the edge .
responsibility for the edge is the playside A‐Back. • The back has the option to change his
alignment to make his assignment easier
• QB flash fakes to the B‐back as on Stretch or Zone
• All linemen punch and take 1 reach step away from
the play side
• A‐back has responsibility to pin the EMLOS, creating
the edge
• B‐back attacks the EMLOS with the A‐back, but can
release into the combination if the DE/edge is pinned
and no further defensive threats show
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Screens
• Screen rules
– All linemen initially engage per BOB assignment rules
– Make contact and then take 1‐2 steps back, forcing the
DL to the outside
• Middle Screen
– This screen can be called with any of the backs or
receivers
– After 2 steps the OL attack their second‐level
defenders
• C has the MLB or $
• OT’s have the OLB to their side
• OG’s have the ILB to their side
• Outside Screen
– The carrier here is the B‐back
– After 2 steps the G‐C‐G attack their second‐level
defenders
• Aiming point is outside of the hash marks to the call side
– OT’s maintain contact with their assignments and take
their defenders as far upfield as feasible
Middle Screen
Usage Operation/Coaching Points
Special protection for running the middle screen. The OL • The OL engage the DL and drop back like in Lobo/Rob
engage, drop back while forcing the DL to the outside, protection
and then disengage and attack the LB’s. Each OL has a • The OL have to reliably perform their ‘act’ by taking a
specific blocking assignment based on his position. good pass stance inviting the defenders to the
The slot getting the ball will change depending on the outside. Take 1 step back, make quick contact, and
call and formation. then attack their assigned defender.
• If the OL has a head‐up defender he can take a hard
step to the inside to shift the alignment of the DL
• Let the DL come upfield and then attack the LB’s
• C has the MLB or $
• OT’s have the OLB to their side
• OG’s have the ILB to their side
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• Whichever slot is tagged, the others vacate the area
Outside Screen – Left
Usage Operation/Coaching Points
Special protection for running the middle screen. The OL • The OL engage the DL and drop back like in Lobo/Rob
engage, drop back while forcing the DL to the outside, protection
and then disengage and attack the LB’s. The middle OL • The OL have to reliably perform their ‘act’ by taking a
will disengage and attack to the outside depending on good pass stance inviting the defenders to the
the call. The OT’s will continue to take their defender up outside. Take 1 step back, make quick contact, and
the field in full pass‐protection mode. then attack their assigned defender.
The back getting the ball will change depending on the • If the OL has a head‐up defender he can take a hard
call and formation. step to the inside to shift the alignment of the DL
• Let the DL come upfield and then attack the LB’s
• C & OG’s make contact, take one step, and
then head outside of the hash, looking for the
most‐dangerous‐man (MDM)
• OT’s have the defender to their side, they
maintain contact and do not leave their man
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Outside Screen – Right
Usage Operation/Coaching Points
Special protection for running the middle screen. The OL • The OL engage the DL and drop back like in Lobo/Rob
engage, drop back while forcing the DL to the outside, protection
and then disengage and attack the LB’s. The middle OL • The OL have to reliably perform their ‘act’ by taking a
will disengage and attack to the outside depending on good pass stance inviting the defenders to the
the call. The OT’s will continue to take their defender up outside. Take 1 step back, make quick contact, and
the field in full pass‐protection mode. then attack their assigned defender.
The back getting the ball will change depending on the • If the OL has a head‐up defender he can take a hard
call and formation. step to the inside to shift the alignment of the DL
• Let the DL come upfield and then attack the LB’s
• C & OG’s make contact, take one step, and
then head outside of the hash, looking for the
most‐dangerous‐man (MDM)
• OT’s have the defender to their side, they
maintain contact and do not leave their man
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Tunnel Screen – Right
Usage Operation/Coaching Points
Special protection for running the tunnel screen. The OL • The C & PSG pull to the outside and attack the #2 and
engage, drop back while forcing the DL to the outside. #3 defenders
The C & PSG pull to the outside and attack the #2 & #3 • The other OL engage the DL and drop back like in Big‐
defenders. The OT’s will continue to take their defender On‐Big protection
up the field in full pass‐protection mode. • The OL have to reliably perform their ‘act’ by taking a
good pass stance inviting the defenders to the
outside. Take 1 step back, make quick contact, and
then attack their assigned defender.
• If the OL has a head‐up defender he can take a hard
step to the inside to shift the alignment of the DL
• Let the DL come upfield and then attack the LB’s
• C & OG’s make contact, take one step, and
then head outside of the hash, looking for the
most‐dangerous‐man (MDM)
• OT’s have the defender to their side, they
maintain contact and do not leave their man
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