Offensive Line Workbook

“There is only one tactical principle which is not

subject to change. It is to use the means at hand to
inflict the maximum amount of wound, death, and
destruction in the minimum amount of time.”
-General George S. Patton
 Game schedule

09/01/12 Vs. Savannah State

09/08/12 @ Arizona

09/15/12 Vs. Louisiana-Lafayette

09/29/12 Vs. Texas

10/13/12 @ Kansas

10/20/12 Vs. Iowa State

10/27/12 Vs. TCU

11/03/12 @ Kansas State

11/10/12 Vs. West Virginia

11/17/12 Vs. Texas Tech

11/24/12 @ Oklahoma

12/01/12 @ Baylor

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 Table of Contents

2012 Schedule
Offensive Philosophy
Play Series by Number
Install Schedule
Hit Chart
Pre-Snap Fundamentals
Alignments, Splits
Stance
Zero Point ID- Even
Zero Point ID- Odd
Run Game Section
Run Game Concepts
Individual Run Blocking Techniques
Run Departure Steps
Slip Blocks
Zone Combinations
Inside Zone vs Fronts
Outside Zone vs Fronts
Pass Game Section
Fundamentals of the Pocket
Individual Pass Blocking Technique
Alignment Sets
Set Levels
6-Man Protection Scheme
Defensive ID Section
Defensive Alignments
4-3 Defense
3-4 Defense
3-3 Defense
Special Teams Section
Field Goal
Field Goal Special
Terminology Section
Pre-Snap Terms
Defensive Recognition Terms
Run Blocking Mechanics and Techniques
Combo Run Blocking Techniques
Protection Blocking Mechanics
Protection Calls and Assignment Terms

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This is an aggressive, attacking style offense that

demands intensity and precise execution. It is explosive and
constantly attacking the given weaknesses of the defense. It
is a No-huddle, Multi-Tempo, 1-Back Offense that operates
primarily out of the shotgun. By constantly controlling and/or
changing the Tempo of the offense, we will frustrate and
fatigue the defense creating a greater opportunity for
explosive plays. We will stretch the field horizontally with
multiple formations utilizing various personnel groupings to
create vertical seams in the defense. By stretching the field,
we can take advantage of the mismatches that are created in
the maximum amount of space possible. By getting the ball
into the hands of our playmakers in the open field, we will
force the defense to defend the entire field and stay balanced
forcing the defense to “Tip their hand” for blitzes, coverage
changes, etc. We will control the ball with a high completion
percentage passing game that is designed to exploit a
multitude of coverages while also taking calculated shots
downfield with an extensive 4-Vertical passing game. The
passing game will be complimented with an expansive Screen
package complimented by our 1, 2, and 3-Back Zone-Running
game.

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 Offense by number series

Play-Call Numbering System

100's: “Rocket/Lazer” Screen- RB Slip Screen

· 101/102- “Rocket”/”Lazer” Screen- RB Slip Screen
· 188/199- “Missile”- WR Tunnel Screen

200's: Can be used as a Gameplan/Auxiliary Option

300's: POP Play Action Protection- Naked/True Play Pass; OL will block whatever
run is called

400's: Run Game Series; 2nd # denotes number of RB(Ex. 412, 422, 432)
· 410- Draw Man Scheme 3
· 412/413- Inside “Drive Zone” Scheme
· 414/415- Inside “Drive Zone” Scheme; Two TE Scheme
· 416/417- Outside “Reach Zone” Scheme
· 418/419- Wide “Reach Zone” Scheme
· 468/469- Reverse Rt/Lt; “O” engages reverse scheme

500's: “Quick Game” 5-Man Dropback Protection

600's: “Quick Game” 6-Man Dropback Protection

700's: “Quick Game” 7-Man Dropback Protection

800's: 6-Man Play Action Dropback Protection

900's: Down Field Dropback Pass Schemes

· 0-Back RT/LT 5-Man Dropback Protection
· 1-Back RT/LT 6-Man Dropback Protection
· 2-Back RT/LT 7-Man Dropback Protection

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 Install Schedule
Day 1 Day 2 Day 3
10/ 11 (QB)
12/ 13 (Qk-Toss) 16/ 17 (Qk-Toss) 20/ 21 (QB)
22/ 23 (Qk-Toss) 26/ 27 (Qk-Toss) 24/ 25
Run Game 14/ 15 18/ 19 34/ 35
30/ 31 28/ 29 26/ 27 Opp
32/ 33 38/ 39 36/ 37 Opp
36/ 37

Knife/Blade
8
Switch Chicago
Quick Game Slant
Trail Whale
Jet
Stick/Jerk/Slip

91
90 (Sag)/ 90 Shallow
Dropback 94 (Pump) 93
98 X/Z/A/B Sluggo
Pass Game 96 95
Dbl Sail
X/Z-In

Naked/Boots Naked Stay/Seal Naked Special

Play-Action
Pops Pops Pops
Pass Game
80s 80s 80s

Screens and Randy/Larry Rocket/Lazer

Missile
Specials Ram/Lion Pick

Week 2: Runs- Reverses, Bob/Boss Lead Zone, SY/GL, Read Zone

Week 2: Fox/Hound/Zipper/Patriot – Pivot/Trojan/Flea – 98A/B Seam Dbl Pump – Sail/Curl

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 Offensive Hit chart

419 417 415 413 412 414 416 418

429 427 425 423 422 424 426 428
439 437 435 433 410 432 434 436 438

Missile Lt Lazer Rocket Missile Rt

199 101 313 310 312 102 188
Reverse Lt 813 “Pop” 812 Reverse Lt
468 469
B

Quick Drop Protection Dropback Protection

500: 5-Man Protection 900: 5-Man Protection
600: 6-Man Protection 900: 6-Man Protection
700: 7-Man Protection 900: 7-Man Protection

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 Pre-Snap Fundamentals
Section

"It's not the will to win that matters—everyone has that. It's the
will to prepare to win that matters."
— Paul "Bear" Bryant

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 STANCE
Center Stance
3 Point: Down “NFL Flat-Foot” position– Constant position with Base slightly wider
than shoulder-width. More squared up foot placement. With snapping hand on
the ball and aligned on the Mid-Line of the body. Keep back flat and eyes “level”
with a “Z”-type bend in knees and ankles

Guard Stance
3 Point: Down “NFL Flat-Foot” position– Constant position with Base slightly wider
than shoulder-width. Inside foot up and flat on the ground. Outside foot back
with outside hand in the grass aligned on the In-Step of the outside foot. Keep
back flat and eyes “level” with a “Z”-type bend in knees and ankles
Stand: 2 Point “Pre-Shift” position- Constant position with Base slightly wider than
shoulder-width. Inside foot up and flat on the ground. Outside foot back with
outside hand in the grass aligned on the In-Step of the outside foot. Keep back
arched and at 45 degrees with tops of OL numbers showing towards the
defense and eyes “level” with a “Z”-type bend in knees and ankles

Tackle Stance
3 Point: Down “NFL Flat-Foot” position– Constant position with Base slightly wider
than shoulder-width. Inside foot up and flat on the ground. Outside foot back
with outside hand in the grass aligned on the In-Step of the outside foot. Keep
back flat and eyes “level” with a “Z”-type bend in knees and ankles
Stand: 2 Point “Pre-Shift” position- Constant position with Base slightly wider than
shoulder-width. Inside foot up and flat on the ground. Outside foot back with
outside hand in the grass aligned on the In-Step of the outside foot. Keep back
arched and at 45 degrees with tops of OL numbers showing towards the
defense and eyes “level” with a “Z”-type bend in knees and ankles

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 DEPTH AND SPLITS
Depth

55
Normal

Aligning the tops of the OL’s Helmet’s with

the bottom of the Center’s Numbers.

On The Ball 55

Aligning the tops of the OL’s Helmet’s with

the Center’s Hairline.

55
Off The Ball
Aligning the tops of the OL’s Helmet’s
even with the Center’s Waist.

Splits

Normal 55
24" 18" 18" 24"

Tight 55
6" 6" 6" 6"

They are 6" between all OL.

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 Zero Point identification

Even

0
2 1 1 2

“Nose Left”
Open Side: Begin counting 3 1 1
defenders in from Ghost TE (or 4 from a S
true TE) box starting opposite the side W M
of the RBs call (1-Back Right or 1-Back
Left). The 3rd defender is the “Zero 2 0 2

Point”. The Center will ID by calling his E T E

N
position and direction (ex.- Nose Left).
On the RB side in an “Insert” type
scheme, only the down defenders are
counted and known as “#1 LOS” and
“#2 LOS”. Otherwise, all defenders are
counted as per Inside Zone diagram on B
right.

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 Zero Point identification

Odd

1 1

2 0 2

1 1
“Base” Call: Front call that W M
removes LOS on RB side rule.
Generally used against an Odd front. 2 0 2
Can be used when it would be
necessary to take the BS LOS rule out E N E
of the blocking scheme.

“Base” B

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 Run Game Section

"When I'd get tired and want to stop, I'd wonder what my next
opponent was doing. I'd wonder if he was still working out. I
tried to visualize him. When I could see him still working, I'd
start pushing myself. When I could see him in the shower, I'd
push myself harder."
-Dan Gable
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 Run Game concepts

Inside Zone
The “Drive Zone” run blocking concept is our top run play and primary way of attacking the
interior box of the defense. It is taught as a “Man-Angle” scheme that utilizes the same “Zero-
Point” count defensive identification system as the Outside “Reach Zone” and Man Pass
Protection schemes. One of the advantages of running the “Drive” Zone is that it is a flexible
run scheme that can be used in a variety of formations and personnels as well as being able
to attack more than one inside gap or landmark. The “Drive” Zone compliments the “Reach”
zone by forcing the defense to play their gaps and assignments with horizontal movement
which creates inside running lanes. The “Drive” Zone will also be used to compliment and
set-up our Play-Action Passes, Run-Action Passes, Naked Bootleg and Screen Game. The
Zone concept (Drive and Reach) combats disruption at and away from the point of attack by
utilizing Zone-Man assignments along a given track minimizing defensive penetration and
thus reducing the number of loss yardage run situations. By using universal zone
assignments, adjustments, blocking fundamentals and combination schemes across the
LOS, we create consistency and confidence along the OL.

Outside Zone
The “Reach Zone” run blocking concept is our primary way of attacking the edge of the
defense. It is taught as a “Man-Angle” scheme that utilizes the same “Zero-Point” count
defensive identification system as the Inside “Drive Zone” and Man Pass Protection
schemes. One of the advantages of running the “Reach” Zone is that it is a flexible run
scheme that can be used in a variety of formations and personnels. The “Reach” Zone
compliments the “Drive” zone by forcing the defense to play sound gap control football while
defending the entire width of the field. The “Reach” Zone will also be used to compliment and
set-up our Play-Action Passes, Run-Action Passes, as well as our “Opposite” and “Reverse”
schemes The “Reach” zone scheme is also used to reduce unfavorable 1 on 1 matchups by
the use of favorable angles and combination blocking. The Zone concept (Drive and Reach)
combats disruption at and away from the point of attack by utilizing Zone-Man assignments
along a given track minimizing defensive penetration and thus reducing the number of loss
yardage run situations. By using universal zone assignments, adjustments, blocking
fundamentals and combination schemes across the LOS, we create consistency and
confidence along the OL.

Draw
The “Draw” run concept is our primary “Pass-Action Run”. Because of the nature of our
offense and the amount of times in a game that we will throw the football, teams began to
disguise the box by using pre-snap box alignment for a 2nd level defender who has no box
assignment. By utilizing the Draw as our “Pass-Action Run” scheme we compliment our
downfield passing game by giving the illusion of pass while allowing the defense to pass drop
into their respective coverage assignment areas which creates vertical running lanes for the
RB as well as a sizeable horizontal gap between the 1st and 2nd level defenders.

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 Run Blocking Techniques

Drive Block
Individual Run Blocking Technique executed by lineman at POA who is
assigned to cover and vertically displace down defender who is aligned over
him. The Drive Block will be taught and drilled using four major phases:
1. Approach- Aiming Point- 1st/2nd Step- Pad Level- Base
2. Contact- Aiming Point- Hat and Hands Placement- Hip Thrust- Base
3. Follow Thru- 3rd/4th Steps- Short Piston Steps- On Rise- Base
4. Finish- Press Thru Sticking Point- 110% until Whistle- Be a Prick!!!

Angle Block
Individual Run Blocking Technique executed by lineman at POA who is
assigned to displace and leverage a down defender who is aligned in space or
an adjacent lineman to the right or left. Lineman is assigned to take an open
angle departures step with near foot directly to far #s of down defender.
Lineman will take 2nd “Punch” step down and upfield to “pin & leverage” the
down defender as he drives for movement. The Angle Block will be taught and
drilled using the exact same format as the Drive Block phases:
1. Approach- Aiming Point- 1st/2nd Step- Pad Level- Base
2. Contact- Aiming Point- Hat and Hands Placement- Hip Thrust- Base
3. Follow Thru- 3rd/4th Steps- Short Piston Steps- On Rise- Base
4. Finish- Press Thru Sticking Point- 110% until Whistle- Be a Prick!!!

Climb-Drive Block
Individual Run Blocking Technique executed by lineman at POA who is
assigned to secure leverage and movement on a 2nd level defender. Lineman
will burst off the snap of the ball stepping with near foot, run track to cylinder,
BS or PS # of 2nd level defender. Lineman will gather balance, base & pad level
at point of contact coming under control to ensure proper landmark, Fit &
Leverage, and Base & Pad Level on 2nd level defender. The Climb-Drive Block
will be taught and drilled using the exact same format as the Drive Block
phases:
1. Approach- Aiming Point- 1st/2nd Step- Pad Level- Base
2. Contact- Aiming Point- Hat and Hands Placement- Hip Thrust- Base
3. Follow Thru- 3rd/4th Steps- Short Piston Steps- On Rise- Base
4. Finish- Press Thru Sticking Point- 110% until Whistle- Be a Prick!!!

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 Run Blocking Techniques
Cutoff Drive Block
Individual Run Blocking Technique executed by lineman away from POA who is
assigned to secure leverage or coverage on down defender who is aligned
Head-Up or backside of him. Depending on the alignment of down defender,
relative to defender’s distance from POA combined with alignment on OL:
Inside, Head-Up or Away, we will execute two different types of Cutoff Blocks:
1.Hi-Wall Cutoff- When BS OL is assigned to secure leverage & movement on BS
DL who is aligned loosely to BS (3-5-9 Tech.)
2.Scramble Cutoff- When BS OL is assigned to secure leverage & movement on
BS DL who is aligned tight to PS (1-4i-7 Tech.)
The Cutoff Drive Block will be taught and drilled using four major phases:
1. Approach- Aiming Point- 1st/2nd Step- Pad Level- Base
2. Contact- Aiming Point- Hat and Hands Placement- Hip Thrust- Base
3. Follow Thru- 3rd/4th Steps- Short Piston Steps- On Rise- Base
4. Finish- Press Thru Sticking Point- 110% until Whistle- Be a Prick!!!
Zone Drive Block
Individual Run Blocking Technique executed by lineman anywhere along the
LOS on our Zone series when he is working in a combination scheme with a BS
uncovered lineman. When covered by a DL on our Zone series, the lineman
secure leverage & movement on a down defender- on track through the PS# to
2nd level!! The Zone Drive Block can only occur if the BS adjacent lineman is
uncovered & in position to create the “Zone Combination Freedom” necessary
to allow you to block a Track & not a Man. The Zone Drive Block will be taught
and drilled using the exact same format as the Drive Block phases:
1. Approach- Aiming Point- 1st/2nd Step- Pad Level- Base
2. Contact- Aiming Point- Hat and Hands Placement- Hip Thrust- Base
3. Follow Thru- 3rd/4th Steps- Short Piston Steps- On Rise- Base
4. Finish- Press Thru Sticking Point- 110% until Whistle- Be a Prick!!!
Zone Reach Block
Individual Run Blocking Technique executed by lineman assigned to secure
leverage on running plays designed to go outside the box. Like the “Zone Drive
Block”, this can only occur when covered by a DL and the BS adjacent lineman
is uncovered. The landmark will change from PS# to PS “Wing-Tip” of the
defender. The Zone Drive Block will be taught and drilled using the exact same
format as the Drive Block phases:
1. Approach- Aiming Point- 1st/2nd Step- Pad Level- Base
2. Contact- Aiming Point- Hat and Hands Placement- Hip Thrust- Base
3. Follow Thru- 3rd/4th Steps- Short Piston Steps- On Rise- Base
4. Finish- Press Thru Sticking Point- 110% until Whistle- Be a Prick!!!

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 Run departure steps

Settle or Brace Step

Step by lineman with Near foot on our Zone Drive

technique when covered by a DL who is aligned in a
“Tight” (2-4-6 Tech.) alignment. This is an
abbreviated or short/quick version of the Open Step
with the near foot for leverage- Based on & to time up
with 2nd “Pop” Step.

Slide or Square Step

Step by lineman with Near foot when covered by a DL
when needing to gain ground laterally to “Frame” the
defender on his approach. The Slide Step is used to
gain Position & Quick Leverage on the snap of the
ball. This is our Primary step on Zone Drive and
Reach schemes. The base 10-12" length of the Zone
Step can vary depending on the:
1. POA
2. Whether the DL is Playside or Backside
3. Shade or alignment of DL to POA

Shuffle Step
Step by lineman with back foot on our Zone Series
when uncovered & assigned to execute a Lateral
“Slide-Shuffle” 2-Step progression to “Square Up” PS
gap before progressing on track to 2nd level defender.
This will almost be a Quick Hop sideways towards
covered lineman staying square to fit against any
slants or stunts by down defender.

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 Run departure steps
Open Step
Step by lineman with Near foot on our Zone Drive and
Reach techniques when uncovered & Open stepping
to secure an adjacent DL before tracking to 2nd Level
defender. Coaching Point: “The Wider the
alignment, the deeper the Open Step.” The Open
Step will:
1. Time-Up the Zone Combination with adjacent
uncovered OL
2. Time-Up RB getting exchange & getting ball
to POA
3. Drops hips behind LOS keeping OL in
position where he stays in front of down
defender
4. Allows OL to gain leverage and open hips &
base on approach
5. Puts OL on proper angle on Zone play upon
Departure or Approach

Bucket Step
Step by lineman with Near foot on our Wide “Reach”
(“8”/”9" D-Gap or wider POA) Zone technique when
lineman is assigned to vacate his initial alignment & is
responsible for any Wide alignment defender on the
1st or 2nd level. The Bucket Step is a deep drop step
that loses ground from LOS while gaining ground
laterally towards POA.
Pop Step
Step by lineman with backside foot and is almost
always the 2nd step on Run Blocking Technique
Approaches. The Pop Step is the Power and Vertical
phase of the 2-Step Approach Progession.
Coaching Point: This step is critical when
establishing correct Base, Feet, Fit Position, Pad
Level, and Power Angles in the waist, knees, and
ankles. The Pop Step gets both feet solidly on grass
at point of explosion setting up for Hip Thrust.

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 Zone Blocking Combinations

“Slip Blocks”
Power Slip
Power Slips are Zone Blocking Combinations used in our “Drive” Zone scheme.
Power Slips involve a covered & uncovered OL within the combination –
assigning 2 adjacent OL to block a 1st and 2nd level defender. The linemen are
assigned both a defender to block & a Zone Track to block. Power Slip will be
North and South, tight fit, true vertical movement mentality by the OL to ensure
movement on the 1st level while accounting for disruption on Zone Tracks to 2nd
level defender.
1. Allow lineman to “open” hips/base to protect against:
*Penetrator – “Get DL”
*Reader – Cross-face Defender
*Slanter – DL Charge Directly at lineman
2. Time-Up Chip Combinations & ensures leverage approach while
defending against Penetrator

B B B B

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 Zone Blocking Combinations
“Slip Blocks”
Full (Speed) Slip
“Full Slips” are Zone Blocking combinations we use on the playside or backside of any run designed
to attack outside the box. Full Slips involve a covered & uncovered OL within the combination
scheme assigned defender & a track to block him on Full Slips are an Area First mentality by the 2
OL eliminating stunts, fire dogs, & games on the backside while progressing on Zone Tracks to
account for 1st/2nd level defenders.
A. Covered Lineman (Outside Blocker)
1. Aiming Point – 12' beyond PS knee of defender on Track.
2. 1st Step – Open Step.
3. 2nd Step – Pop Step.
4. Contact – V of neck on outside half of PS knee of Defender.
B. Uncovered Lineman (Inside Blocker)
1. Aiming Point – Inside gap – through PS # of DL.
2. 1st Step – Slide Step with inside foot.
3. 2nd Step – Shuffle Step towards DL PS hip.
4. Contact – Near shoulder & hand through PS half of DL.

B B B B

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 ZONE Blocking COMBINATIONs

"MIKE"
“Ace” Zone Combo: Used in “Drive” and 2 Ladder 0 2
Sift
“Reach” Zone-Man Assignment Schemes; W M S
Occurs between the Center and PS Guard 1 1 3
when the Center is uncovered to the E N T E
Playside generally vs. a PS A-Gap DL.
Accounts for #0 and PS #1, 1st and 2ND
level defenders. "ACE"
C

"NOSE RT."

“Deuce” Zone Combo: Used in “Drive” W

1
M
1
S
and “Reach” Zone-Man Assignment
2 2
Schemes; Occurs between the PS Guard E T 0 E
N
and PS Tackle when the PS Guard is
uncovered to the Playside generally vs. an
Odd look PS. Accounts for PS #1 and PS
#2, 1st and 2ND level defenders.
C
"DEUCE"

"MIKE"

2
“Trey” Zone Combo: Used in “Drive” 2 Ladder 0
and “Reach” Zone-Man Assignment W Sift M S
Schemes; Occurs between the PS Tackle 3
1 1
and PS Tight End when the PS Tackle is E N T E
uncovered to the Playside generally PS D-
Gap DL. Accounts for PS #2 and PS #3, 1st
and 2ND level defenders.
C "TREY"

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 ZONE Blocking COMBINATIONs
"NOSE LT."

“Scoop” Zone Combo: Used in “Drive” W

Ladder
Sift 1 2
S
M
and “Reach” Zone-Man Assignment Schemes;
Occurs between the Center and BS Guard 2 0 1 3
E N T E
when the BS Guard is uncovered away from
POA generally vs. an Odd look or “0-Tech” or
“Shade”. Accounts for #0 and BS #1, 1st and
2ND level defenders. B
"SCOOP”

“NOSE RT.”

“Slip” Zone Combo: Used in “Drive” and 1 1

“Reach” Zone-Man Assignment Schemes; W M
Occurs between the BS Tackle and BS Guard 2 0 2 3
E T N E S
when BS Tackle is uncovered away from POA
generally vs. an Even look or “3”. Accounts for
BS #1 and BS #2, 1st and 2ND level defenders.
"SLIP"
B

3 "NOSE"
$
“Slap” Zone Combo: Used in “Drive” and 1
W
1
M
“Reach” Zone-Man Assignment Schemes;
2 0 2 3
Occurs between the BS Tight End and BS B E N E S
Tackle when BS TE is uncovered away from Y
POA generally vs. a BS C-Gap DL. Accounts
for BS #2 and BS #3, 1st and 2ND level "SLAP"
defenders. B

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 Inside Zone

12/13, 22/23, 32/33

(14/15 for Two TEs)
Inside Zone Assignments

Pos. Assignment Track Technique / Fit

PT #2 Drive Zone Track Zone Drive Tech & Fit (PZ)
PG #1 Drive Zone Track Zone Drive Tech & Fit (PZ)
C #0 Drive Zone Track Zone Drive Tech & Fit (PZ)
BG #1 Drive Zone Track Zone Drive Tech & Fit (PZ)
BT #2 Drive Zone Track Zone Drive Tech & Fit (PZ)

Possible Line Calls and Adjustments

Sort Call: (Now) OL Call alerting OL to press angles/Tracks + Block Defenders on Tracks
Push Call: PT Call alerting OL to expand scheme wider + Gather next defender
Over Call: PT/PG/C Call alerting PS OL to press Tracks + Eat up Disruption at POA
Gang Call: C/BG/BT Call alerting BS OL to press Tracks + Eat up Disruption Backside
Lock Call: BT Call alerting BT to Lock on the BS DE and inserts the RB on BS LB
Trio Call: BT Call alerting BT to Lock on the BS DE and inserts the RB on BS LB

3-2 3-4

1 1 1 1

2 2 2 0 2
0

“Scoop” “Duece” “Scoop”

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 Inside Zone

4-1 Tight 4-1 Under

1
0
2 0 1
2 2 1 1 2

4-2 Over 4-2 Wide

1 1 1 1
2 0 2 0 2
2

“Ace” “Slip”

4-3 Under 4-3 Heads

0 2
0 2
2 1 1 2 1 1

“Ace”

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 outside Zone

16/17, 26/27, 36/37

Outside Zone Assignments

Pos. Assignment Track Technique / Fit

PT #2 Reach Zone Track Zone Reach Tech & Fit (PZ)
PG #1 Reach Zone Track Zone Reach Tech & Fit (PZ)
C #0 Reach Zone Track Zone Reach Tech & Fit (PZ)
BG #1 Reach Zone Track Zone Reach Tech & Fit (PZ)
BT #2 Reach Zone Track Zone Reach Tech & Fit (PZ)

Possible Line Calls and Adjustments

Sort Call: (Now) OL Call alerting OL to press angles/Tracks + Block Defenders on Tracks
Push Call: PT Call alerting OL to expand scheme wider + Gather next defender
Over Call: PT/PG/C Call alerting PS OL to press Tracks + Eat up Disruption at POA
Gang Call: C/BG/BT Call alerting BS OL to press Tracks + Eat up Disruption Backside

4-1 Tight 4-1 Under

1
0
2 0 1
2 2 1 1 2

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 outside Zone
4-2 Over 4-2 Wide

1 1 1 1
2 0 2 0 2
2

“Ace” “Slip”

4-3 Under 4-3 Heads

0 2
0 2
2 1 1 2 1 1

“Ace”

3-2 3-4

1 1 1 1

2 2 2 0 2
0

“Scoop” “Scoop”

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Pass Protection Section

"Rapidity is the Essence of War;

Take Advantage of the Enemy’s Unreadiness,
Make You Way by Unexpected Routes,
And Attack Unguarded Spots."

-Sun Tzu
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 Fundamentals of Pocket

In order to have a consistent and productive passing game, the Quarterback must be
able to take the snap, retreat into the pocket, see the field, step forward, throw &
follow-through with enough zip on the ball to make all the necessary throws.

Protecting the Passer is a Combination of:

· Each Blocker knowing and performing his assignment
· Line call communication between OL and RB to adjust to disruption, and Numbers
& Activity
· Proper Technique
· Timing
· Leverage
· Understanding Helps
· Effort
Each Lineman must know:
· Depth of the QB’s drop
· The Launch Point
· Types of Protection
· “Helps”: Where will they be coming from
· Any specific routes or calls that may cause the QB to hold the ball longer

Pocket Structure
Understanding the Structure of the Pocket is essential in protecting the QB. The
Center and Guards are responsible for the “Depth” of the pocket and not allowing
vertical pressure at the QB. The Tackles are responsible for the “Width” of the pocket
and not allowing Edge Rushers to collapse the pocket from the outside onto the QB
causing him to step up into pressure
Depth

Width Width

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There are 4 basic areas of emphasis in Pass Blocking:
Set
Get Off The Ball when the ball moves!!!
Depth of the Set
Alignment of the Defender
Leverage
T’s: Crotch to I/S Thigh pad & Armpit
· Set to a 5
· Away from Helps
G’s: Mouth to I/S Eye
· Set to 3
· Away from Helps
C: Nose to Nose
· Set to Shade
· Away from Helps
Posture
Post-Power (High Leg/ Back Leg) Position
· Sit in Chair
Bend- Z in Knee
Arch Lower Back, Pin Shoulders Back and Level eyes
· “Always take care of your Upper Body”
Keep Hands in Position
· C and G’s: Like holding a basketball against their body; clamped and open at Base
of #’s
· T’s: Can use on retreat, Keeping from being open target until defender is measured
Let Helmet “Fall Away” from Defender (Tilt)

Blow Delivery
“Measure the Defender”
Center/Guards- Shoot (on the lift) and Grab thru the outside #’s/ armpits upon connection.
Forklift, Double Under.
Tackles- Shoot (on the lift) and Punch thru the chest upon connection.
· Know difference between Heavy aligned defender and Air aligned defender
· Heavy- Double Under Lift through the chest. Forklift
· Air- Traditional Punch, Extend through chest.
Coaching Point- Thumbs Up! Not a Punch-Recoil. First touch wins and win on the first touch!!

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Inside Set
Man Protection Technique when covered by a pass rusher who aligned in an Inside alignment of
the OL (21-4i-7 Tech). Lineman is assigned to secure Proper Leverage on rusher requiring him to
“Post-Drag” step on the snap of the ball. The Inside Set is all about Speed, Base, Leverage &
Hands!!!
Inside Set Coaching Points
1. Violently explode off the snap
2. Execute Strong, Forceful Post/Drag Combination Steps
3. Eye the I/S Leverage
4. Maintain separation of “Wide Base” on Drag Step by taking the same distance step
as on Post Step
5. Maintain Posture, Leverage throughout Blow Delivery and the entirety of the Block

Middle Set
Man Protection Technique when covered by a pass rusher who aligned Head-Up or in the Middle of
the OL (2-4-6 Tech). Lineman is assigned to secure Proper Leverage on rusher requiring him to
“Post-Drag” step on the snap of the ball. The Middle Set is all about Speed, Base, Leverage &
Hands!!!
Middle Set Coaching Points
1. Violently explode off the snap
2. Execute Strong, Forceful Post/Drag Combination Steps
3. Eye the I/S Leverage
4. Maintain separation of “Wide Base” on Drag Step by taking the same distance step
as on Post Step
5. Maintain Posture, Leverage throughout Blow Delivery and the entirety of the Block

Outside Set
Man Protection Technique when covered by a pass rusher who aligned in an Outside alignment of
the OL (3-5-9 Tech). Lineman is assigned to secure Proper Leverage on rusher requiring him to
“Kick-Slide” step on the snap of the ball. The “Kick” step allows the OL to gain depth and width off
snap before any type of collision. Once the Proper Leverage is gained, the OL should “Settle” or
“Gather” to get himself in the proper Posture. The depth of the set depends on the type of
protection, and/or the style of pass rusher but the Leverage is always the same.
Outside Set Coaching Points
1. Violently explode off the snap
2. Execute Strong, Explosive Kick/Slide Combination Steps
3. Eye the I/S Leverage
4. Maintain separation of “Wide Base” on Drag Step by taking the same distance step
as on Post Step
5. Maintain Posture, Leverage throughout Blow Delivery and the entirety of the Block

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There are 3 different “Set Levels” that the OL can use depending on the type of pass
that is called, the type of pass rusher being faced, or any possible disruption that
might affect the rhythm and timing of the OL’s normal pass set techniques.

1-Shuffle Set: Level 1 “Man” Protection Set that will take place on the LOS. The
“Hard” 1-Shuffle Set will be used by taking one Kick-Slide combination. The 1-
Shuffle will be used most often in the Quick Game portion of our passing game or
as a change-up from the Normal 2-Shuffle Set.

Normal 2-Shuffle Set: Level 2 “Man” Protection Set that will take place just off the
LOS. The “Normal” 2-Shuffle Set will be used by taking two Kick-Slide
combinations. The 2-Shuffle is the primary Pass Set used in the Dropback portion
of our passing game.

3-Shuffle Set: Level 3 “Man” Protection Set that will take place behind the LOS.
The “Deep” 3-Shuffle Set will be used by taking three Kick-Slide combinations. The
3-Shuffle can be used most often when facing disruption in the form of a blitz or
twist that necessitates a deeper set to allow the disruption to clear up before
engaging.

Jump Set: LOS “Man” Protection Set that will take place directly on the LOS. The
“Up-Kick” No-Shuffle Set will be used by taking a “Slide” Step with the near foot to
“Frame” the defender and will follow with a “Pop” Step. The Jump Set will be used
most often in the Play-Action Pass portion of our passing game or as a change-up
deterrent from the Normal 2-Shuffle Set to slow developing rush lane games and
disrupt the defenders normal Pass Rush Technique Rhythm and Timing.

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Pos. Assignment
Even- Pass Block #2 LOS
PT
Odd- Pass Block 2
Even- Pass Block #1 LOS
PG
Odd- Pass Block 1
Even- Pass Block 0
C
Odd- Pass Block 0
Even- Pass Block 1
BG
Odd- Pass Block 1
Even- Pass Block 2
BT
Odd- Pass Block 2
Possible Line Calls and Adjustments
Even Call: Center will call vs. 4-Down defenders
Odd Call: Center will call vs. 3-Down defenders
Stack Call: Center will call vs. 3-Down defenders +3LB in box
Money Call: Center will call vs. Bear front or all 5 OL covered (5 Island Blocks)
Ray/Lou Call: Center will call to move “0” ID one man over; ½ slide towards direction of the call
Dual (23) Call: PT/PG will call vs. Odd scheme; (23 or 2 OL for 3 Defender scheme)
Gate (34) Call: BS Tackle will call vs. Overhang (UFO) defender threatening from outside the
box; C/BG/BT will set deep (2/3-Shuffle) + Expand

1 RB

2 0 #1 #2
LOS LOS

No Protection
Responsibility

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“It is said that if you know your enemies and know
yourself, you will not be imperiled in a hundred battles;
if you do not know your enemies but do know yourself,
you will win one and lose one; if you do not know your
enemies nor yourself, you will be imperiled in every
single battle.”
-Sun Tzu
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Techniques
6 4 2 0 2 4 6
9 7 5 4i 3 2i Shade Shade 2i 3 4i 5 7 9

TE TE

D C B A A B C D

Gaps

Gaps Defined Techniques Defined

A Gap: Center-Guard Gap 0: Head Up on Center
Shade: Offset of Center
B Gap: Guard-Tackle Gap 2i: Inside Shade of Guard
2: Head up on Guard
C Gap: Tackle-Tight End Gap 3: Outside Shade of Guard
4i: Inside Shade of Tackle
D Gap: Tight End Outside Gap
4: Head up on Tackle
5: Outside Shade of Tackle
7: Inside Shade of Tight End
6: Head up on Tight End
9: Outside Shade of Tight End

The Above Techniques Apply to Down-Men Only! To Refer to LBs Add a Zero to the Technique
Numbers. (Ex- An LB Aligned on an Outside Shade of the Guard at depth is a 30 Technique)

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4-3 Defense
FS SS

C W M S
C

E T N E
X Z
H Y

4-3 Defense Defined

The 43 Defense Is A 7 Man Front Using A 4-Down DL/3 LB Alignment (43) Creating
The Bubble Over The OT’s When In Base. The DL (DT’s) Will Slide To Anywhere On
The Guards (1,2,&3 Tech.) Or A Shade Over The Center. The Multiplicity Of The 43
Comes From Many Different Shifts And Various Alignments Of The SAM, MIKE, And
WILL Use. Versus Speed And Deployment Offensive Formations – SAM And WILL
Will Walk Out Of The Box Into Coverage Scheme Leaving 42 and 41and 40 Looks.
*DE’s: Based On Down And Distance , The DE Will Line Down As EMOL, Outside
Pad Of Last Surface To 8 Technique. (Cane Alignment) Out WIDE!
4-3 Defense “LB Adjustments”
SAM/WILL Mug SAM/WILL Switch
When either of the 2 outside LB’s in 43 are to TE side and When either of the 2 OLB in a 43 are aligned
shift up to LOS and over TE to their side at normal depth and clearly outside EMA to
their side.
M “S” “Switch”
M
“M” “Mug” W S
E W T N S E E T T E
H Y

C C

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4-Down Defensive Fronts

4-0 Over 4-0 Under

4-0 Wide 4-1 Over

4-1 Tight 4-1 Under

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4-Down Defensive Fronts

4-1 Wide 4-2 Over

4-2 Under 4-2 Wide

4-3 Under 4-3 Heads

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30 Defense
FS SS

C B W M S C

B E N E S
X Z
A B

3-4 Defense Defined

The 3-4 Defense is a 7-Man Alignment using a 3-Down Defensive Linemen and 4
Linebackers Alignment (34). When in a walked up 50, it creates “bubbles” over one or
both Guards. NG and DL can be slid Strong or Weak to show different looks. This can
create a Numbers mismatch or Blocking-Angle problems. Inside LBs may also be
slid/shifted for same reason. Against our offense, we are most likely to see a 5-Man
(3-2) box out of this alignment with the Sam and/or the Bandit in coverage and not in
the box. However, against certain formations when it is necessary to get an 8th
Defender in the box for Run-Support, Strong or Weak, the Defense can bring SS or
FS down. This is what we call “Sinko” (SS) or “Franko” (FS). The full slide of the Mike
and Will is what we call “Bossing LBs” or “To Boss” the LBs.
SS “Sinko”: Inside LBs Boss Over Weak FS “Franko”: Inside LBs Boss Over Strong
SS FS

W M W M

B E N E S B E N E S
X X
Z Z

A B A B

C C

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3-Down Defensive Fronts

3-1 3-2

3-4

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3-3 Defense
FS

C R W M S SS C

E N E
X Z
H Y

3-3 Defense Defined

“33” is a term that represents a defensive front configuration that is a 8 man concept
(80 Defense) but lines down in the “30” front family. It is an odd front, 3 down
lineman, with 3 true Inside Linebackers & 2 Strong Safety’s or OLB’s. The LB’s & DL
will align in a stacked position & will move around to blitz and disguise. This is a 3rd
down defense most of the time; can & will be used anytime.

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"Attack rapidly, ruthlessly, viciously, without rest, however tired
and hungry you may be, the enemy will be more tired, more
hungry. Keep punching."
-General George S. Patton

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Field
LineGoal
Terminology

COWBOYS
10

10
6 inch Splits
20

20
STE ST2 ST1 SG SN WG WTE
W1

W2
H
30

30
K

Alignment Pre-Snap Mechanics

OL- Outside toe is lined to the heel of inside The wings will be set to the field. If the football is
adjacent OL. Inside foot is slightly back in a in the middle of the field with no dominant hash
“Heel to Toe” relationship. Splits are 6" wide. then the wings will be set to the Kicker’s foot.
Shoulder width 3-Point Stance with inside hand
down. The side away from the kicker’s foot, or The holder will declare “Wings Right” or “Wings
the boundary side when aligned on a hash will Left” in a timely fashion prior to the front
be the “Unbalanced” Side. becoming set.
W1- Lined up at Finger-tip distance from WTE’s
butt with the Inside foot aligned on his crotch. The Snap count will be on the Holder. However,
Feet will be square to the LOS in a “Toe to Toe” the ball will be snapped whenever the Center is
No Stagger alignment. Shoulder-Width 2-Point ready. The snap count will be “Call, Call, Set…”
Stance. (Example- “Ringo, Ringo, Set…”, “Lucky, Lucky,
W2- Lined up at Finger-tip distance from W1’s Set…”)
butt with the Inside foot aligned on his crotch.
Feet will be square to the LOS in a “Toe to Toe”
No Stagger alignment. Shoulder-Width 2-Point
Stance.
Wings- Aligned to the kicker’s foot, or the field
when aligned on a hash
Holder- 7 Yards Deep

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LineGoal
Terminology

COWBOYS
10

10
6 inch Splits
20

20
STE ST2 ST1 SG SN WG WTE
W1

W2
H
30

30
K

Calls Assignment
“Ringo”- Part of holder’s cadence call when ball OL- Inside step is behind and inside the heels of
is aligned on the right hash or right middle, or the inside adjacent OL while the Outside foot
when the ball is middle aligned and the kicker is remains planted. This will create a “Pass Pro
right footed. Kickstand”, pad level remains at the hip. Upper
body will remain in a vertical posture with hands
“Lucky”- Part of holder’s cadence call when ball spread to the hips on both sides (make contact).
is aligned on the left hash or left middle, or when PROTECT THE INSIDE GAP!!!
the ball is middle aligned and the kicker is left
footed. W1- Inside step is forward to the Inside Hip of
the WTE. Pad level remains at the hip. Inside
“Roger”- OL Check Vs. an undefended A-Gap Hand punches to the butt of the WTE, Outside
to the right side; Tells the PS blockers aligned on Hand punches at any threat.
the LOS to block their gap to the outside instead
of stepping hard inside. W2- Inside step is forward to the Inside Hip of
the W1. Pad level remains at the hip. Inside
“Louie”- OL Check Vs. an undefended A-Gap to Hand punches to the butt of the W1, Outside
the left side; Tells the PS blockers aligned on the Hand punches at any threat.
LOS to block their gap to the outside instead of
stepping hard inside. Wings- Same as OL

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Roger/Louie
Line Terminology

COWBOYS
STE ST2 ST1 SG SN WG WTE
W1
10

10
W2
H

“Roger” Assignment
OL Check Vs. vs a “Heavy-Edge Pressure” Team; Tells the PS blockers aligned on the LOS to
block, with regular field goal technique, the gap to the outside instead of stepping hard inside. The
holder will make the “Roger” call as relayed from sidelines. The Snapper will be responsible for the
A-Gap to his right. The backside (Left) of the call will remain in normal field goal alignment and
assignment.

COWBOYS
WTE WG SN SG ST1 ST2 STE
W1
10

10
W2
H

“Louie” Assignment
OL Check Vs. vs a “Heavy-Edge Pressure” Team; Tells the PS blockers aligned on the LOS to
block, with regular field goal technique, the gap to the outside instead of stepping hard inside. The
holder will make the “Louie” call as relayed from sidelines. The Snapper will be responsible for the
A-Gap to his left. The backside (Right) of the call will remain in normal field goal alignment and
assignment.

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Field Line
GoalTerminology
special

COWBOYS
10

10
20

20
30

30
STE ST2 ST1 SG SN WG WTE
40

40
W1

W2
H

Coaching Points Coverage Landmarks

Direct snap to Kicker
Kicker punts the ball to nearest corner
SN- Middle Goal Post
Normal Protection
SG/WG- Left/Right Uprights
Block Until Holder gives “Go” Call
ST1/WTE- Left/Right Hashes
Fan the Field
ST2/W1- Split Hash and #’s
Down the Ball as close to Goalline as
STE/W2- Tops of #’s
possible without it going in. If fielded,
tackle the returner

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 Terminology Section

"In war the only sure defense is offense, and the efficiency of
the offense depends on the warlike souls of those conducting
it."
-General George S. Patton

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Terminology
Line Terminology
Pre-Snap Fundamentals
Alignments: Refers to the pre-snap amount of depth that the Guards, Tackles, &
Tight Ends are from the tip of the football
Normal- aligning the tops of the OL’s helmets with the bottom of the Center’s
numbers
On the Ball- aligning the tops of the OL’s helmets with the Center’s hairline
Off the Ball- aligning the tops of the OL’s helmets even with the Center’s waist

Splits: Refers to the horizontal distance between any two adjacent OL

Normal- (Regular Down and distance) are 18" between Center & Guards; 24"
between Guards & Tackles; 24" between Tackles & Tight Ends
Wide- (Particular Situation) are 24" between Center & Guards; 30" between
Guards & Tackles; 30" between Tackles & Tight Ends
Tight- (Particular Situation) are 6" between all OL

Stance: Refers to the Body Position assumed at the LOS before the snap of the ball
2-Point- “Stand” or “Pre-Shift” position used by OT when on the open side (No
TE) of a formation
3-Point- Constant, Normal position with outside foot back & outside hand down

LOS: Imaginary line that runs parallel with the Goalline directly through the football
from sideline to sideline

Aiming Point: Refers to particular spot or target on or close to the defender. OL

should visualize with eyes to and through the aiming point to our particular
blocks

Cadence: Sequence of Center commands that dictate the play, snap count, and may
include an audible

Audible: QB play change at the LOS, normally preceded by a code word

Point of Attack: “POA”- Entry Target Point designated for ball-carrier to hit using
Hole Numbering system (9-7-5-3-1-0-2-4-6-8)

Playside (PS): Term referring to area beginning at the Center moving out all the way
to the last offensive box player (normally a Tackle or a Tight End) toward the
specific side where the POA is designed to be

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Terminology
Line Terminology
Pre-Snap Fundamentals (Cont.)
Backside (BS): Term referring to area beginning at the guard opposite the POA
moving out all the way to the last offensive box player (normally a Tackle or a
Tight End) to the opposite side of where the POA is designed to be

Down Defender: Refers to a defender with hand(s) on the ground aligned in any gap
labeled in the Hole Numbering System

Gap ID: Using letters A, B, C, D both playside and backside for area or “gap”
between two adjacent OL and/or TE

Hole Numbering System: Numbers that are specific to various run game or pass
protection landmarks/entry points determining 1) Direction of play (Playside) 2)
Target Point of play

Pocket: Refers to the area surrounding the QB after the snap created by the
Offensive Line in an effort to protect the QB; depth can vary based on the type
of Pass play called (i.e.- Quick Game or Dropback)

Launch Point: Refers to the specific point on the field where the QB is intended to
release the ball on various pass plays; depth can vary based on the type of
Pass play called (i.e.- Quick Game or Dropback)

Leverage: The power or advantage gained by utilizing a specific leverage point;

Positional advantage

Assignment: Specific duty or responsibility designated to one

Coverage: To be in line by occupying a position directly before or in front of a

defender; the amount or extent of the defenders body occupied by the OL

Zone Tracks: The angle or path that the OL will take on Zone scheme. Can be a
vertical “Track” for Inside Drive Zone or a more horizontal, flatter “Track” for
Outside Reach Zone

Disruption: Any kind of blitz, twist, or stunt that a defense will use to throw the OL off
balance in an attempt to “disrupt” offensive assignments

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Terminology
Line Terminology
Defensive Recognition Terms
Front: Alignment or configuration of box defenders; 1st and 2nd level
Technique: Alignment of a particular 1st level defender on or over an OL
1st Level Defender: Defender (Down Lineman) with hand down on LOS
2nd Level Defender: Defender (LB or Secondary) off LOS
Shade: Alignment of the Noseguard slightly off the mid-line of the Center
Box: Imaginary area covering the core of the Offensive Line ranging from Tackle to Tackle
“Under”: Configuration of defensive front aligning the A-Gap defender to the Strong side of the
formation and the B-Gap defender to the Weak side
“Over”: Configuration of defensive front aligning the A-Gap defender to the Weak side of the
formation and the B-Gap defender to the Strong side
“Tight”: Configuration of defensive front aligning the both interior down defenders into their
respective A-Gaps
“Wide”: Configuration of defensive front aligning both the interior down defenders into their
respective B-Gaps
“Eagle”: Configuration of defensive front aligning a NG (0-Tech or Shade), 5-Tech, and a 9-
Tech to the same side
“Stack”: LB alignment stacking him directly behind a particular down defender
“Split”: LB alignment adjusting to A-Gap alignment when the DL is in a 3-Tech
“G”: NG alignment adjustment from “0” or a “shade” to a 2i alignment on the inside eye of the
Guard
“Solid”: Term for 4-Man side- Under or Shade moves to “solid” when NG becomes 2-Tech or
wider with a 5-Tech or 9-Tech
“Force”: Sam/OLB aligned on the LOS over Ghost TE box
“F”: Will/OLB aligned on the LOS over Ghost TE box
“Hip”: Sam/OLB aligned off the LOS 1x1 off DE
“H”: Will/OLB aligned off the LOS 1x1 off DE
“Walk”: Sam/OLB out of the box between #2 WR or in Flats
“W”: Will/OLB out of the box between #2 WR or in Flats
“Switch”: Sam/OLB aligned at normal 2nd level depth and clearly outside the EMOL
“S”: Will/OLB aligned at normal 2nd level depth and clearly outside the EMOL
“Sinko”: Strong Safety rolls down into the box to the Strong side of the formation
“Franko”: Free Safety rolls down into the box to the Weak side of the formation
“Boss”: Wholesale alignment shift or slide of LBs in the event of and away from a “Sinko” or
“Franko”
“Tuff”: Alignment of an Inside LB walking up even with the numbers of the down
defenders; in any interior (A or B-Gap)
“Mug”: Alignment of an Outside LB to the TE side walking up even with the numbers of the
down defenders directly over TE

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Line Terminology

Run Block Departure Steps

Settle Step: Run/Play-Action departure, abbreviated “Open” step
Slide Step: Run/Play-Action departure step used to “Frame” defender
Shuffle Step: Run/Play-Action 2nd step used mostly in “Slide-Shuffle” Combo to
“Square Up” PS Gap
Open Step: Used primarily on our Zone Drive/Reach series when covered by a down
lineman and executing a “Drive Zone” block
Bucket Step: Used primarily on our “Reach Zone” series when covered by a down
lineman and executing a “Reach Zone” block
Pop Step: Used primarily as the 2nd or “follow up” step in the departure process.
Combined with other steps above for departure step combo (Drop&Pop or
Slide&Pop)

Individual Run Blocking Techniques

Base Drive Block: Used when covered at the Point of Attack and assigned to
leverage, cover-up, & “vertically” reposition the down defender
Cut-Off Drive Block: Used when covered away from Point of Attack and assigned to
leverage and sustain leverage cutting off DL from RB entry point
Zone Drive Block: Used when covered at Point of Attack in our “Zone Drive” series
when OL is assigned to “Zone Trap” through the backside armpit of the down
defender/LB
Reach Drive Block: When covered at the Point of Attack in our “Reach Drive” series
when OL is assigned to “Reach” past the playside wing-tip of the down
defender/LB
Climb Drive Block: Used when OL is assigned to leverage & cover-up LB or any “2nd
level” or “space” defender at or near the Point of Attack
Controlled Drive Block: Man Assignment Technique- Used when covered on Play-
Action Pass or Draw play where priority is leverage, coverage, & sustainment of
the cylinder of the defender
Ladder Sift Block: When B/S Tackle “long arms” the DE on the way up to 2nd level
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Combination Run Blocking Techniques
Zone Combinations:
“Scoop” Zone Combo: Used in “Drive” and “Reach” Zone-Man Assignment Schemes;
Occurs between the Center and BS Guard when the BS Guard is uncovered away
from POA generally vs. an Odd look or “0-Tech”
“Slip” Zone Combo: Used in “Drive” and “Reach” Zone-Man Assignment Schemes;
Occurs between the BS Tackle and BS Guard when BS Tackle is uncovered away
from POA generally vs. an Even look or “3”
“Slap” Zone Combo: Used in “Drive” and “Reach” Zone-Man Assignment Schemes;
Occurs between the BS Tight End and BS Tackle when BS TE is uncovered away
from POA generally vs. a BS C-Gap DL
“Ace” Zone Combo: Used in “Drive” and “Reach” Zone-Man Assignment Schemes;
Occurs between the Center and PS Guard when the Center is uncovered to the
Playside generally vs. a PS A-Gap DL
“Deuce” Zone Combo: Used in “Drive” and “Reach” Zone-Man Assignment Schemes;
Occurs between the PS Guard and PS Tackle when the PS Guard is uncovered to the
Playside generally vs. an Odd look PS
“Trey” Zone Combo: Used in “Drive” and “Reach” Zone-Man Assignment Schemes;
Occurs between the PS Tackle and PS Tight End when the PS Tackle is uncovered to
the Playside generally PS D-Gap DL
Chip Combinations:
“Grub” Chip Combo: Used in 2/3-Back Zone-Man “Opposite” Assignment Schemes;
Occurs between the Center and PS Guard when they are assigned through a “0-Tech”
to the PS 2nd Level defender
“Tub” Chip Combo: Used in 3-Back Zone-Man “Opposite” Assignment Schemes;
Occurs between the BS Guard and BS Tackle assigning them through the “2-Tech” to
the PS 2nd Level defender vs. 4-Down Front or Eagle look
Fold Combinations:
“Charlie” Fold Combo: Used in our “Draw” (Pass-Action-Run) Assignment
Schemes; Occurs between the Center and the Guard to the side of the A-Gap Down
Defender. Center will Angle Drive Block the A-Gap Defender and the Guard will pull
around for the LB
“Cage Left” Combo: Used in our “Draw” (Pass-Action-Run) Assignment
Schemes; More Finesse than “Grub”; Occurs between the Center and called
Guard. Center and PS (Left) Guard will “Cage” combo block the “0-Tech” to the BS
(Right) LB; Uninvolved Guard will Pull G-Trap the LB away from Cage Fit
“Cage Right” Combo: Used in our “Draw” (Pass-Action-Run) Assignment
Schemes; More Finesse than “Grub”; Occurs between the Center and called
Guard. Center and PS (Right) Guard will “Cage” combo block the “0-Tech” to the BS
(Left) LB; Uninvolved Guard will Pull G-Trap the LB away from Cage Fit

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Pass Protection Blocking Mechanics

Man Protection- Sets/Levels/Departures
Kick Set: Protection Set Departure- used in Man Protection Assignment vs. down
defender who is aligned in an outside rush lane assignment
Post Set: Protection Set Departure- used in Man Protection Assignment vs. down
defender who is aligned in an inside rush lane assignment
Kick/Slide: 2-Step Protection Set- used in Man Protection Assignment vs. down defender who
is aligned in an outside rush lane as an extension to the initial “Kick” departure step where
the 2nd step is a “Slide” step
Post/Drag: 2-Step Protection Set- used in Man Protection Assignment vs. down defender who
is aligned in an inside rush lane combining the 2nd “Drag” step to the initial “Post”
departure step where the 2nd step is a “Drag” step
Kick/Jump (Upkicks): 2-Step Protection Set- used in Man Protection Assignment vs. down
defender who is aligned in a normal “head up” to outside rush lane as an extension to the
initial “Kick” departure step where the 2nd step is a “Pop” or “Jump” step
Slide/Kick (Vertical): 2-Step Protection Set- used in Man Protection Assignment vs. radical
speed/upfield pass rushing down defender who is aligned in an normal to outside rush
lane as an inversion of the “Kick/Slide” 2-Step set
Alignment Sets
Outside Set (Kick): Man Protection Pass Set- used vs. down defender who is aligned in an
outside rush lane assignment
Middle Set (Post): Man Protection Pass Set- used vs. down defender who is head up
aligned showing threat of an inside pass rush assignment
Inside Set (Post): Man Protection Pass Set- used vs. down defender who is aligned in an
inside rush lane assignment
Man “Level” Sets
1-Shuffle Set: 1st Level on LOS- Firm-type Pass Se t; Give NO ground!!!
Normal 2-Shuffle Set: 1st Level behind LOS- Slightly deeper Firm-type Pass Set; 2-3'
behind LOS
3-Shuffle Set: 2nd Level behind LOS- 1-2yards behind LOS. Used to neutralize any
disruption-type advantage used by defenses (i.e.- Twist/Blitz)
Controlled Drive Block
Controlled Drive Block: Man Assignment Technique- Used when covered on Play-Action
Pass, Draw play, or Naked/Boot Protection where priority is leverage, coverage, &
sustainment of the cylinder of the defender
“Rope”/“Lasso”: OL Naked/Boot Protection Call (300's without “Pop”)- Used when the play
call is Naked or Boot which will be accompanied by a run play. This call will alert the OL to
use the “Controlled Drive Block” to the adjacent Playside Gap.

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Protection Calls and Assignment Terms
Dual: Protection Assignment Term- used in 5 and 6-Man Protection Assignment vs. front where
the BS OL has responsibility for one more man than they can block
“12”: Protection Assignment Term- Silent call used in 5 and 6-Man Protection
Assignment vs. when the Tackle to either side has responsibility for one more
defender than he can block; 1 for 2
“23”: Protection Assignment Term- used in 5 and 6-Man Protection Assignment vs. when
the Guard and Tackle to either side have responsibility for one more defender than
they can block; 2 for 3
“Gate” (34): Protection Assignment Term- Call my the BS Tackle; used in 5 and 6-Man
Protection Assignment vs. Overhang (UFO) defender threatening the outside of the
box; Center/BS Guard/BS Tackle will set deep and expand; 3 for 4
“Tandem”: Protection Assignment Term- Technique used in 5 and 6-Man Protection
Assignment between the Center and BS Guard when the BS Guard is covered. Center
and BS Guard will half and half leverage the down defender while spying the BSLB
“Big”: Protection Assignment Term- used in 5 and 6-Man Protection Assignment assigning the
Guard and Tackle to either side to block #1 LOS and #2 LOS
“Ray/Lou”: Protection Assignment Term- Call by the Center to move the “0-Point” ID over 1
man; ½ OL Slide towards the direction of the call; Can be used to the Playside or
Backside
Full Protection Scheme Calls
“Even”: Center call vs. front with 4-Down defenders; Can be used on 5, 6, or 7-Man protection
“Odd”: Center will call vs. front with 3-Down defenders; Can be used on 5, 6, or 7-Man
protection
“Stack”: Center will call vs. front with 3-Down defenders + 3 2nd level defenders in box; Can
be used on 5, 6, or 7-Man protection
“Money”: Center will call vs. front with 5-Down defenders or a Bear front; 5 Island blocks; Can
be used on 5, 6, or 7-Man protection
“Pop”: Play-Action Pass Protection- Called as part of the play; Used in conjunction with any
run play; OL will block the run play called without going downfield (ex.- Pop 36 tells the
OL to block 36)
Full Protection Scheme Terminology
5-Man Protection: “Empty” pass protection where the OL has no help from the RB or TE
resulting in a Dual-type protection on the PS; Assigns PS Guard and PS Tackle to set
vertical and account for PSLB to DE
6-Man Protection: “1-Back” pass protection where the OL has PS Insert-type help; RB will
Dual read 2nd level defenders on the Playside
7-Man Protection: “2-Back” Max pass protection where the OL has PS and BS Insert-type
help; PS RB will Dual read 2nd level defenders on the Playside and BS RB is responsible
for the first BS 2nd level defender past “0-Point” defender

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