And Here’s a Run Away From Motion that Paul Johnson Utilized In 2018
May 15, 2019
A concept Georgia Tech ran away from tail motion in 2018 is Eagle (Quarterback Draw). This counter play can hit anywhere on the backside of the defense and is run between the Playside Tackle’s and B-Back’s block. The concept is diagrammed and defined here: Eagle (Quarterback Draw) away from Motion PR- Safety PA- Pitch Route […]
What’s The Difference Between the Triple Option and the Flexbone?
May 15, 2019
TRIPLE OPTION The TRIPLE OPTION is an American football scheme used to offer multiple ways to progress the football forward in the field of play. The triple option is based on the option run, but uses three players who may run with the ball instead of the two that are used in the standard option run. The triple option forces […]
Playing B-Back at Navy from a Former Navy B-Back
May 14, 2019
Vince Murray started in 2009-2010 as B-Back at Navy. During his time at Navy, Vince had 1,353 yards rushing and nine touchdowns for the Midshipmen in their Triple Option Offense. Vince talked with Triple Option Football Academy Owner, Dr. Lou Cella about playing B-Back in the Triple Option. 1- What are the most important coaching […]
Utilizing the 80/20 Rule to Improve Flexbone Triple Option Offensive Performance
May 14, 2019
In 2015, I authored scholarly research entitled, Utilizing the 80/20 Rule to Improve Football Coaching Performance. This proved that teams must spend 80% of the time on the 20% of their offense, defense, and special teams concepts that they utilize the most/give them the best results. The Pareto principle (also known as the 80/20 rule, the law of the […]
The Three Steps to Install Triple Option O-Line Blocking
May 13, 2019
The Easiest, Simplest Way to Install the Triple Option Offensive Line Blocking Scheme is a progression. 1- vs. 3-technique “DEUCE” Triple versus 4-3 to 3 technique side PR- Deep Defender PA- Run Support (#3) PT/PG- Deuce C- Veer (Playside A-gap) BG/BT- Scoop BA- Pitch BR- Cutoff Q- Veer 1, Pitch 2 B- Veer Path 2- Triple […]
Midline Variations Utilized by Army and Navy
May 13, 2019
The following are the four variations of Midline run by Army and Navy: 1. Midline Triple Double Flex Midline Triple PR- #2 in triple count PA- Twirl, Arc PT- Pull, Block 1st threat PG- Veer C-BG- Reverse Ace BT- Scoop BA- Pitch BR- Cutoff Q- Mid 1, Pitch 2 B- Mid Path 2. Midline Lead […]
Playcalling with Ease
May 13, 2019
In this podcast episode, Dr. Cella discusses Triple Option game planning. Bottom line: If you’re a REAL Triple Option Coach, you’re going to run the Triple Option whether you are playing Houston High School in Tennessee, the University of Houston, or the Houston Texans. Therefore, your opponents are nameless, faceless opponents. Also, if you are […]
