Rufio's Playbook

updated on Aug 14, 2010 11:48 PM EDT

RUNNING THE FOOTBALL

The "Pin and Pull" Outside Run Zone Run

The "Pin and Pull" run is a variant on the Outside Zone, and one of our staple runs. This play has been run successfully by teams since at least the 1990s Colorado Buffaloes, and by NFL teams such as the Colts (hat tip, Chris Brown).

Published August 13, 2010

Zone Blocking in the Running Game

Announcers and TV personalities often do a lot of talking about the zone runs, but rarely ever say much. This leads to a lot of misconception, mystification, and flat out confusion about the zone runs and what the team is trying to accomplish.

Published June 25, 2010

The Inside Zone Run

Once teams establish the Outside Zone runs as successful plays, defenders usually overreact to the offensive linemen's first steps. The defense sees the offensive line trying to "reach" the defenders, the defenders usually fly toward the sideline. That's the perfect time to dial up the Inside Zone.

Published July 12, 2010