RunBest for: Base down

Rocket Toss Left

Mirror rocket toss to the left with the motion wing catching on the run to the edge.

Concept: Playside linemen reach and the slot arc-blocks the alley defender to spring the toss.

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Base alignment — schematic, not to scale

Every position's job

QB

Open left and lead-pitch to the motioning slot.

FB

Lead through the left alley on the force player.

Playside Slot

Left slot reach-seals or the motioning back turns upfield.

Backside Slot

Right slot rockets and receives the pitch.

Playside OL

Left side reach-blocks to seal the edge.

Backside OL

Right side scoops and cuts off pursuit.

Center

Reach the left A-gap.

WR

Left receiver stalk-blocks the corner.

How to teach it

  • 1Mirror the timing of the right toss.
  • 2Lead pitch keeps the back at full speed.
  • 3Force defender is the FB's target every time.

Common mistakes to fix

  • !QB pitch drifts behind the runner (fix: aim the pitch a step in front).
  • !FB misses the force player (fix: identify the force defender pre-snap).

Build this into your call sheet.

Adopt this system in your coach portal, tag plays by situation, and print call sheets and player wristbands.