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Executing the Double Option Run From Any Backfield Set© More from this issueby Paul Anthony Markowski, Fullbacks Coach In general, I consider myself a proponent of the option running game. Specifically, I am a convert to the triple option running philosophy. I say “philosophy”, since I truly believe that the triple option is not just another play. Rather, it is an offensive mindset. The triple cannot be installed in one day, nor can it be used as a “change-up” during a game. It is truly an offensive system that must be practiced every day with countless repetitions in order to truly master all of its intricacies. Having said that, this article is not about installing the triple option run into different backfield sets. Rather, it outlines how the double option can be successfully installed into any backfield set, regardless of the head coach’s offensive philosophy. Unlike the triple, the double option run is much easier to both teach and execute. It can be installed just as easy as any “regular” play can and the learning curve is very minimal. This article will explain how the double option run play can be installed in three-back, two-back, single-back, and even an empty backfield set. Three-Back Set
Traditionally, option teams have run their offense from three-back sets (especially the triple). The wishbone, T-formation, Maryland I, and more recently, the flex bone, are all great backfield sets from which the double option can be run. Diagram 1 shows the double option being run to the right side of the field from the wishbone. Assignments: Two-Back Set
Two-back sets are great to use for the double option run. The FB fake can still be utilized while, because only one HB is needed (instead of two as in the wishbone), defenses must respect the possibility of a more deadly passing attack. Diagram 2 shows the double option being run out of a Pro-offensive set Assignments: One-Back Set
Running the speed option from a Quads offensive set is one of my personal favorites. Traditionally, a quads formation is more of a passing formation than a running one so the element of surprise cannot be overstated. Diagram 3 shows the double option from a typical Quads formation. Assignments: Empty Set
Five-wide is considered the ultimate pass formation. Always remember though, just like in war, deception is the key to winning a football game. Diagram 4 shows a typical 5-wide formation with the double option run . Assignments:
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