The Backside Tackle in the Spread Run Game
by Bill RoosOffensive Line Coach, Marist College
In 2003 and 2004 seasons the Marist Red Foxes, using 21 players, went a combined 7-12 with an 0-3 record vs. conference champions. They averaged just five points per game in those three losses. In the spring of 2005 we installed the spread offense and experienced a dramatic turnaround. The Red Foxes went 7-4 with a 2-3 record against conference champions while averaging 26 points per game in those five contests.The inside read and triple option was the basis of our run game. The offen...Login to Read More