Statue Reverse Left
Quarterback fakes a pass and slips the ball to a wing coming around on the reverse.
Concept: Line shows pass set then releases as the wing takes the hidden handoff to the opposite edge.
Grows with your players
Same play, more layers as they age up — teach it once and build on it every season for a consistent program.
- 12UIntroduce: Nail the snap/exchange, aim the right hole, and finish downhill.
- 14UAdd the lead: Add the pulling guard(s) leading through the hole. Add the fake/mesh — and a counter off the very same look. Run it fast both directions and check into it by defensive look.
Every position's job
Fake a pass with the ball raised, then slip it to the wing coming around on the reverse.
Sell the pass protection, then lead or seal for the reverse.
Fake or seal to sell the initial direction.
Take the hidden handoff and run the reverse to the opposite edge.
Show pass set, then release to block for the reverse.
Show pass protection, then release to block the reverse edge.
Show pass set, then pull to lead the wing.
Snap the ball, then show pass set and release to block.
Show pass set, then lead around the reverse edge.
Show pass protection, then block the backside pursuit.
How to teach it
- 1Line shows a pass set to freeze the rush before releasing to block the reverse.
- 2The behind-the-back/hidden handoff must be well-rehearsed.
- 3QB sells the throw with a full arm motion before the handoff.
Common mistakes to fix
- !Handoff is dropped — fix by drilling the exchange slowly then at speed.
- !Line releases before selling pass — fix by teaching them to set first.
Build this into your call sheet.
Adopt this system in your coach portal, tag plays by situation, and print call sheets and player wristbands.