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Blocking Rules (Cont’d)
STalK BlOcK
A Stalk Block is performed by the Split Ends or Slot when they are set outside of the box and trying to advance the ball around the edge. The
players take off as if they are running a pass pattern and they attack the defensive player without passing him. Once the defender reads that it
is a run play and begins to attack the ball carrier, the offensive players execute their block by staying between the ball carrier and the defender
with quick feet and contact.
Stalk Block Start Stalk Block Finish
cracK BlOcK
We will use a Crack Block when running a sweep play to the outside. The Slot or Split End will come down from the outside to block the first defender
he sees coming from the box. It is important to note that the rules of football do not allow a player to come from the outside and into the
box area and block a player in the back, the crack block should be under control and contact should be made above the waist and in the chest.
Crack Block
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