Size Doesn’t Matter: How the Flexbone Offense Empowers Undersized Linemen
October 3, 2024
The flexbone triple option offense helps teams with undersized linemen compete against larger defensive fronts. It’s ideal for teams with quick, intelligent, and disciplined linemen who lack size.
The triple option offense “cancels” play-side defensive linemen by making them part of the quarterback’s read. This means the quarterback reads key defenders and decides whether to hand off, keep, or pitch based on their reactions.
This approach frees linemen from directly engaging larger defenders, allowing them to focus on blocking linebackers. The quarterback’s read neutralizes defenders, reducing the burden on smaller linemen.
The flexbone emphasizes quick, low-impact blocks prioritizing positioning and leverage. Linemen engage defenders briefly, creating seams for the running back or quarterback.
Double and triple teams, especially on inside runs, also level the playing field.
Constant movement and misdirection benefit smaller linemen as defenders struggle to anticipate the play. Quick-hitting plays minimize pass protection challenges.
The flexbone triple option prioritizes speed, technique, and leverage over size and strength. This enables smaller linemen to execute efficiently, allowing teams to succeed against larger opponents.
