Navy’s Three Answers When #1 Cancelled the B-Back on Triple Option
September 1, 2016
In the 2015 Military Bowl win vs. Pitt, Navy did three things when #1 cancelled the B-Back. 1. They ran Zone Dive v. 4-3 when the Mike ran over the top to take the pitch. 2. They ran Down out of Heavy v. eight-man front. 3. They ran Outside Veer Give v. 50 to get the ball […]
A Five-Minute Description of Paul Johnson’s 20 Series
July 18, 2016
In this five-minute podcast episode, Dr. Cella describes Georgia Tech Head Football Coach, Paul Johnson and his 20 series. The 20 series is where the read (#1) is blocked and the concept is run from there. Concepts involved in the 20 series are discussed and where each concept stands in 2016 is discussed as well. […]
Zone Dive—Navy Says there is Only ONE Situation in Which They Run this Concept
July 5, 2016
In this podcast, Dr. Cella discusses the Zone Dive. Navy says they only run Zone Dive in one situation–versus a 4-3 with #1 cancelling the B-Back and the Mike Linebacker taking the pitch; however, coaches are enamored by the concept. Dr. Cella states that coaches are in love with the Zone Dive because the play […]
Navy Did Three Things On this Day When #1 Kept Cancelling the B-Back
December 29, 2015
In the 2015 Military Bowl win vs. Pitt, Navy did three things when #1 cancelled the B-Back. 1. They ran Zone Dive v. 4-3 when the Mike ran over the top to take the pitch. 2. They ran Down out of Heavy v. eight-man front. 3. They ran Outside Veer Give v. 50 to get the ball […]
Georgia Tech Triple Option Offensive Breakdown v. Tulane–9/12/15
September 13, 2015
Georgia Tech (65) v. Tulane (10) Georgia Tech ran 66 Total Plays Triple- 22/66 (33% of total offense) Zone Dive- 8/66 (12% of total offense) Belly- 5 (8% of total offense) Triple Pass- 4 Rocket- 3 Counter Option- 3 Lead Option- 3 Quarterback Draw- 2 Hitch- 2 Trap- 2 Dropback Pass- 2 […]
Getting Your Triple Option Offensive Philosophy Across to Parents and Administrators: Triple Option Football Academy Social Dynamics
January 15, 2014
When asked about your Triple Option Offensive Philosophy and why you choose to lead the Triple Option-based program instead of running another in vogue or trendy offense, the following is how you would best respond: Part One The purpose of sport is to provide experiences that teach lessons that transfer into life-enhancing skills and qualities […]
Triple Option Football Academy Camps with Dr. Cella–3-Day Camp Itinerary
January 15, 2014
Here’s what is done with your players and assistant coaches at your Triple Option Football Academy Camp: Day 1- Triple Option (4 hours plus staff meeting afterwards). QB/B-Back Indy with Dr. Cella A-Back Indy with Dr. Cella Receiver Indy with Dr. Cella Skill Position Indy with Dr. Cella Offensive Line Indy with Dr. Cella Team […]
You CAN run Triple Option Out of Multiple Formations
January 14, 2014
Triple Option can be run out of multiple formations; however, eliminate running formations for the sake of running formations. NEVER sacrifice DISGUISE for EXECUTION. Every time you utilize a formation, there must be a practical purpose based on what the current defense is doing. The following are examples of the Triple Option executed out of […]
