Football Library · Plays
Dive· 6v6 Flag
North-south interior run. QB hands to the back attacking the A/B gap downhill — first available crease wins. In tackle the OL inside-zone-blocks (combo to the LBs). In flag, the back attacks the middle gap that opens as defenders flow to the apparent perimeter threat — receivers run quick inside routes (drag/sit) to occupy the second level. Stays on schedule, eats clock, and softens up a stout interior for the play-action that follows.
Coaching breakdown
Dive Right: @QB hands to at the mesh; hits the first available crease between the tackles. OL inside-zone-blocks. Stay on schedule — this softens the interior for the play-action that follows.
When to call it
Short yardage between the tackles vs a soft front. Quick-hitting and predictable but consistent — chunks of 2-4 yards keep the chains moving and set up play-action.
Common mistakes
- Back hesitates at the hole; should hit it downhill at full speed — first available crease wins.
- Blockers high-block (tackle); need to double-team the playside DT and climb to the LB level.
- Run-action faked too softly; play-action off dive depends on the LBs honoring this look.