Running Wild

HOW TO CREATE AN EFFECTIVE RUNNING GAME THAT WILL BOOST YARDS AND WINS For all of football’s passing progress over the past decade, the running game remains a fundamental cornerstone of winning football. Whether you’re punching the ball across the line in short-yardage situations or controlling the clock, every team must be able to get the ball into the hands of a capable runner who can read and follow effective blocks downfield, breaking tackles and making defenders miss. Even shuffle and screen passes acknowledge this basic truth. What’s the difference between an effective running team and a team that struggles to get the job done on the ground? Seven coaches from successful rushing teams shared their input with American Football Monthly. IMPROVING YOUR RUNNING GAME POWER FOOTBALL Make a commitment to running the ball in whatever manner fits your experience, knowledge,