Dashing the Defense

by: Dan Dodd
Offensive coordinator, University of New Mexico
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AS DEFENSES HAVE CONTINUED to downsize in an effort to get more speed on the field, the offense has had to find creative ways to change the quarterback's launch position in the passing game. And although the drop-back passing game is still a staple, we utilize our Dash series to move the QB in the shotgun.

PROTECTION

The field offensive tackle's rule is to block the B Gap defender. The OT's technique is the same as a down block. He will "seal" a 3 technique defensive tackle (Diagram 1)


Diagram 1


Diagram 2