The Shot-Run Offense

by Max Hausey
Head Coach Grinnell College
American Football Monthly February 2009 Issue Online

I have had two 1,000-yard rushers at quarterback and one who rushed for 700 yards and threw for 2,300 yards. Both of the 1,000-yard rushing quarterbacks also threw for 2,000 yards. Obviously, I like to utilize the quarterback in the running game. If you have a quarterback who can run, but maybe is not the best at the zone read play, I have some very effective and simple running plays for the quarterback. The running plays will also help slow down the defensive line’s pass rush.

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