Running Swing and Shoot routes
Some notes on running some of the most basic routes for RBs (and slots/TEs).
For a basic framework we will look at this as a RB who is either offset (split backs) or in middle set (single-back).
For a swing (also commonly known as a flare route) the RB is looking to control the flats and outflank the defense. In our typical splitback set he is 5 yards deep with his outside foot on splitting the OT. At least 90-95% of the time a RB in my offense is check-releasing rather than free releasing, though he still wants to get out quickly. He will be looking at the LB to his side and for any edge rusher (safety, corner) that may come. He will get a good pre-snap look (is he on his toes or heels?) and take a short read step. If his man isn't coming he will run the swing.
He will turn hard and run directly at the sideline for 4-6 steps, at which time he will turn his shoulder hard, continue running and look back the QB. He will get no wider than the numbers and no farther upfield then the LOS. Many coaches will recognize this as the typical airraid teaching of the swing. We found that their methods for teaching the RBs were so simple and effective, and we had more completions to the RB, as this is not always an easy pass.
For the shoot, the RB will take the same check release/read steps (almost a quick shuffle), then will step with his outside foot for width (unless the OT is just flying out with his DE, in which case he can release inside them). He will take a direct shot for 3 yards deep on the numbers. Upon crossing the LOS he will turn over his outside shoulder to look for the ball.
It is important that the coaches emphasize that this is a straight line and that he doesn't bend the route flat or go upfield and then out.
If the route is being run by a slot receiver or a tight end (the slot will not check release, the tight end or H-back almost always will) he will push to 1-2 yards deep first, pumping the arms fast (to give the illusion of quick upfield movement) and then will head for the numbers for a depth of 3-4, and NO DEEPER.
If a shoot or swing runner reaches the numbers and are so open they can get 10 yards they will shout "BALL" and the QB will immediately throw the ball to them unless someone flashes in front of them. It is important that the receiver understands how important this is because the QB (and subsequently the team) is trusting them to not call for the ball unless they are open.
For a basic framework we will look at this as a RB who is either offset (split backs) or in middle set (single-back).
For a swing (also commonly known as a flare route) the RB is looking to control the flats and outflank the defense. In our typical splitback set he is 5 yards deep with his outside foot on splitting the OT. At least 90-95% of the time a RB in my offense is check-releasing rather than free releasing, though he still wants to get out quickly. He will be looking at the LB to his side and for any edge rusher (safety, corner) that may come. He will get a good pre-snap look (is he on his toes or heels?) and take a short read step. If his man isn't coming he will run the swing.
He will turn hard and run directly at the sideline for 4-6 steps, at which time he will turn his shoulder hard, continue running and look back the QB. He will get no wider than the numbers and no farther upfield then the LOS. Many coaches will recognize this as the typical airraid teaching of the swing. We found that their methods for teaching the RBs were so simple and effective, and we had more completions to the RB, as this is not always an easy pass.
For the shoot, the RB will take the same check release/read steps (almost a quick shuffle), then will step with his outside foot for width (unless the OT is just flying out with his DE, in which case he can release inside them). He will take a direct shot for 3 yards deep on the numbers. Upon crossing the LOS he will turn over his outside shoulder to look for the ball.
It is important that the coaches emphasize that this is a straight line and that he doesn't bend the route flat or go upfield and then out.
If the route is being run by a slot receiver or a tight end (the slot will not check release, the tight end or H-back almost always will) he will push to 1-2 yards deep first, pumping the arms fast (to give the illusion of quick upfield movement) and then will head for the numbers for a depth of 3-4, and NO DEEPER.
If a shoot or swing runner reaches the numbers and are so open they can get 10 yards they will shout "BALL" and the QB will immediately throw the ball to them unless someone flashes in front of them. It is important that the receiver understands how important this is because the QB (and subsequently the team) is trusting them to not call for the ball unless they are open.
posted by Chris at
6/01/2005 07:16:00 PM
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