Obtain the RIGHT to Pitch the Ball on Midline Triple Option

October 1, 2024

**Video Description**: In this video, Dr. Lou Cella explains how to earn the right to pitch the ball when running the midline triple option. The midline triple option is a key component of the flexbone offense, and its success hinges on the ability to read the defensive line effectively. Dr. Cella demonstrates how to set up the midline triple option by running the zone dive and getting the defense to overcommit. Once the defense reacts to the dive, you create opportunities to pitch the ball to the perimeter and gain more yards.

By mastering the midline triple option, you can eliminate the need to block every defender one-on-one, allowing your team to evade the defensive line and put your skill players in space. Dr. Cella walks you through the critical steps of reading the defensive tackle, attacking the interior, and understanding when it’s time to pull and pitch the ball. This approach cancels the defensive line and puts your offense in position to consistently move the football.

The video also covers how to drill this concept during practice, so your team is confident and prepared to execute it during a game. Visit tripleoptionfootball.com for more resources and guidance on how to develop a successful flexbone offense.

Earn the RIGHT to Pitch the Ball on Midline Triple Option