Red Zone Rescue – Using a separate red zone offensive package can confuse the defense.

by Mike McDaniels
Retired High School Coach
American Football Monthly January 2014 Issue Online

Too often, teams drive the length of the field and get bogged down inside the red zone. For this reason, we adjusted our philosophy and decided to give our opponent a totally new offensive package in the red zone. Inside the 10-yard line, we utilize a four-play, no-huddle sequence of plays which does not give the defense time to adjust unless they use a time out.

Once inside the red zone, we immediately get to the ball, set, and execute the first play. No matter where the ball is pl...Login to Read More

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