Executing Midline Triple Option—Load Scheme vs. 4i
August 2, 2026
Executing the Midline Triple Option: PST Responsibilities vs. a 4i (Load Scheme)
When running the Midline Triple Option against a 4i technique in a Load Scheme, the Playside Tackle (PST) must follow a key read-and-react rule to secure the Mike linebacker:
1. Attempt to veer inside: On the snap, the PST takes his first three steps trying to veer across the face of the 4i defender.
2. Redirect Outside (If 4i closes): If the PST cannot cross the 4i’s face by the third step, he must immediately redirect back to the outside to target the Mike.
3. Secure the Block: The PST’s primary objective is to clamp down on the Mike linebacker, finishing the block by driving his inside knee directly through the defender’s crotch.
Watch the video below to see a step-by-step breakdown of this technique in action.
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