Five Things That Can Stop Your Triple Option from Being Successful

by Nathan M. Cochran
Asst. Head Coach/Offensive Coordinator, Blackburn College
American Football Monthly December 2007 Issue OnlineThe Triple Option, when run correctly, can be a defensive coordinator’s worst nightmare. The Triple Option requires the defense to account for all the moving parts: the quarterback, the fullback, and the halfbacks. To account for each of these players every play can be a headache for any defense. However, like any other type of offense, the Triple Option can be its own worst enemy if not run correctly. In this article, I will address the five most common ‘offensive concerns’ in running the...Login to Read More

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