Jet Pass Left
Quarterback fakes the jet sweep then throws downfield off the run action.
Concept: Line aggressively run-blocks the fake while a receiver runs a post over the top.
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: Learn the footwork and the primary read; protect first, then complete the easy throw.
- 14UAdd motion: Add pre-snap motion to stress the defense's edge. Add the play-action throw off this run action. Run it fast both directions and check into it by defensive look.
Every position's job
Fake the jet sweep, set, and throw the post over the top off the run action.
Run the jet-sweep fake to hold the perimeter.
Fake or check-release as an outlet.
Aggressively run-block the fake, then anchor.
Run-block the fake, then protect backside.
Run-block the fake, then set the edge.
Run-block the fake, then hinge backside.
Run-block then release, or protect.
Run the post over the top as the primary target.
Clear out or run a complementary vertical.
How to teach it
- 1Line aggressively run-blocks the fake while a receiver runs a post over the top.
- 2QB sells the jet mesh, then gets depth to throw over the biting defense.
- 3Post breaks deep behind the linebackers who bite on the jet.
Common mistakes to fix
- !Receiver rounds the post — teach a sharp post break.
- !QB throws off his back foot — get set before releasing.
Build this into your call sheet.
Adopt this system in your coach portal, tag plays by situation, and print call sheets and player wristbands.