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All Stops
aSSIGnMenTS:
The all Stops Play is an excellent opportunity to pass the ball downfield with 5 pass receiving options for the Quarterback. The four receivers
across the formation all run inside Hitch patterns while the B Back checks for blitzing players and then runs a Curl inside. The distance of
the Hitch pattern should be adjusted based on the Quarterback’s arm strength and his ability to throw the ball out to the widest players.
The best options on this play are the inside Slot players. Practice the timing and make sure the Quarterback throws the ball a little high
so the receiver can go up and catch it above the defender. The Quarterback should read the inside Linebackers and the Safety to reduce the
possibility of an interception. The B Back becomes an outlet option for the Quarterback if the Linebackers clear to cover the Slot players.
lIne FOrMaTIOn:
4 Balanced 22 Spread
Backside Tackle – Ocean Protection
Backside Guard – Ocean Protection
Center – Ocean Protection
Playside Guard – Ocean Protection
Playside Tackle – Ocean Protection
#1 – Run an Inside Hitch pattern, adjusting the depth
based on the QB’s arm strength, always come back
to the ball to catch it.
#2 – Run an Inside Hitch pattern, adjusting the depth based on the QB’s arm strength, always come
back to the ball to catch it.
Quarterback – Take a 3 step drop and read the Inside Linebackers and the Safety to see if they are
jumping any of the inside routes. Deliver the ball to most open receiver.
B Back – Check for any blitz players or unblocked linemen and block them, if protection is
secure, release and run an Inside Curl in the middle of the field. Come back to the ball.
#3 – Run an Inside Hitch pattern, adjusting the depth based on the QB’s arm strength, always come
back to the ball to catch it.
#4 – Run an Inside Hitch pattern, adjusting the depth based on the QB’s arm strength, always come
back to the ball to catch it.
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