Dashing the Defense

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.PROTECTIONThe 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 Diagram 3 Diagram 4 The running back\'s job is to \"load\" block on the 5 technique. We have taught both the cut block and the stay high shield block and will tailor the RB\'s block to his abilities (Diagram 2).The field offensive guard\'s rule is to pull and protect the QB from outside-in. He should check defensive back blitz to linebacker scrape. He will pull behind the TB\'s