HuckFinn
Well-Known Member
I read an article today written about the plans in Green Bay to make the run game more effective. I found it very interesting.
Here is a list of the points that were made about why they are going to a zone blocking scheme with heavy emphasis on the outside zone:
The zone blocking scheme was developed by Kyle Shanahan, which is described as a scheme that "revolves around the success of one run, the outside zone.."It is the starting point for the new head coach for the Packers. All the different blocking combinations, everything is tied into it." (LaFluer has used this scheme in a variety of coaching positions over several years.)
This scheme has two basic runs: The inside zone and the outside zone. (yeah, familiar) The O line comes off the ball like a chorus line and is responsible for blocking an area. In the inside zone the back's landmark is the guard/tackle gap. He either hits that gap or cuts back to the biggest open lane. (We see this a lot at Iowa). The outside zone is slower developing because the back's aiming point is the outside leg of the tight end. Runner must be patient, then try to make the corner or plant his foot and hit the nearest gap upfield.
The outside zone meshes with the passing game because the QB takes a longer path to the handoff with the ball extended for the D to see; because it keeps the play action alive a bit longer, it gives receivers a chance to create separation and get downfield. And, it is harder on the D because the secondary has to start their run support roles faster.
I recognize that most of this is familiar to those of you who are x and o guys/gals. I have not coached this scheme, since I am old and wing T blocking schemes were a companion to the Holy Bible. Man on me, I post. No man on me, I lead. Man on my outside, I influence to the outside, etc. So, hope this is of interest to at least a few.
This scheme has produced the NFL's leading scoring team the last three years. You obviously need good running backs, and you really must have two quality players in that position...sound familiar?
Shanahan's version employs heavy use of the fullback and three receivers to spread the field horizontally. Receivers on jet sweeps are also employed. Shanahan's fullback played 62.7% of the snaps.
I enjoyed reading this article as a Packer fan, but more importantly to me as a good summary of the zone blocking scheme goals. Obviously has a lot to say about Iowa.
Here is a list of the points that were made about why they are going to a zone blocking scheme with heavy emphasis on the outside zone:
The zone blocking scheme was developed by Kyle Shanahan, which is described as a scheme that "revolves around the success of one run, the outside zone.."It is the starting point for the new head coach for the Packers. All the different blocking combinations, everything is tied into it." (LaFluer has used this scheme in a variety of coaching positions over several years.)
This scheme has two basic runs: The inside zone and the outside zone. (yeah, familiar) The O line comes off the ball like a chorus line and is responsible for blocking an area. In the inside zone the back's landmark is the guard/tackle gap. He either hits that gap or cuts back to the biggest open lane. (We see this a lot at Iowa). The outside zone is slower developing because the back's aiming point is the outside leg of the tight end. Runner must be patient, then try to make the corner or plant his foot and hit the nearest gap upfield.
The outside zone meshes with the passing game because the QB takes a longer path to the handoff with the ball extended for the D to see; because it keeps the play action alive a bit longer, it gives receivers a chance to create separation and get downfield. And, it is harder on the D because the secondary has to start their run support roles faster.
I recognize that most of this is familiar to those of you who are x and o guys/gals. I have not coached this scheme, since I am old and wing T blocking schemes were a companion to the Holy Bible. Man on me, I post. No man on me, I lead. Man on my outside, I influence to the outside, etc. So, hope this is of interest to at least a few.
This scheme has produced the NFL's leading scoring team the last three years. You obviously need good running backs, and you really must have two quality players in that position...sound familiar?
Shanahan's version employs heavy use of the fullback and three receivers to spread the field horizontally. Receivers on jet sweeps are also employed. Shanahan's fullback played 62.7% of the snaps.
I enjoyed reading this article as a Packer fan, but more importantly to me as a good summary of the zone blocking scheme goals. Obviously has a lot to say about Iowa.
