February 27, 2024

Wide Zone & Inside Zone w/ Coach Robert Spera Pt. 1

54 minutes

Summary

In this episode, Coach Robert Spera discusses the wide zone and inside zone run schemes. He explains the responsibilities of the running backs, quarterbacks, and offensive linemen in executing these plays. Coach Spera emphasizes the importance of being fast and physical in running the wide zone, and highlights the need for decisive and vertical footwork by the offensive linemen. He also discusses the covered and uncovered rules for the offensive linemen and provides insights into game planning and adjustments based on defensive alignments. The episode includes analysis of game clips to illustrate the execution of the wide zone play. In this part of the conversation, Coach Robert Spera discusses the wide zone play and blocking techniques, as well as the inside zone play and its blocking strategies. He also explains the gallop technique for offensive linemen and provides examples of inside zone plays. In this conversation, Coach Robert Spera discusses various aspects of offensive line play, focusing on the wide zone and inside zone running plays. He emphasizes the importance of effective communication and execution among the offensive linemen. Coach Spera also explains how to read and understand the opponent's defense to make the right adjustments. He provides insights into the kick call and the gallop technique used in blocking schemes. Additionally, Coach Spera discusses the lack of shaded nose techniques faced by his team and highlights the ability of his players to maximize their potential despite not having the most talent.

Takeaways

Wide zone and inside zone are effective run schemes that can be run by any team, regardless of size or athleticism.

Running backs should read the first down lineman outside the tackle and make their cut on the fifth step.

Offensive linemen should focus on being decisive and getting vertical, blocking defenders on the angles they find them.

The quarterback's role is to hold at least one defender and make the correct reads and fakes.

Game planning and adjustments are crucial in running the wide zone effectively. Wide zone and inside zone are the primary running plays for the team.

The gallop technique is used to keep offensive linemen square and maintain leverage in the inside zone play.

Communication and coordination among offensive linemen are crucial for successful zone blocking.

Pistol formation provides flexibility and makes it harder for the defense to anticipate the direction of the run play.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

00:48 Focus on O-line

03:00 Transition to Wide Zone

05:29 Running Back Responsibilities

07:13 Formation and Quarterback Responsibilities

09:05 Identification and Offensive Line Rules

12:28 Footwork and Second Step

18:11 Covered and Uncovered Rules

21:30 Uncovered Lineman Progression

24:38 Blocking Back and Game Planning

28:13 Clip Analysis: Wide Zone Execution

37:12 Clip Analysis: Progression and Adjustments

42:42 Wide Zone Play and Blocking

50:12 Inside Zone Play and Blocking

01:00:12 Gallop Technique for Offensive Linemen

01:08:25 Examples of Inside Zone Plays

01:20:30 Effective Communication and Execution

01:22:14 Understanding the Opponent's Defense

01:25:12 The Kick Call

01:26:35 Gap Exchange and Backside Safety

01:27:19 The Gallop Technique

01:29:31 Lack of Shaded Nose Techniques

01:31:13 Getting the Most Out of Less Talent

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By Kyle Bradburn, Matt Dixon

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