Quick Slant Left
Split end runs a quick three-step slant for an easy throw.
Concept: Line sets quick protection while the flanker clears the underneath coverage.
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 the pass: 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
Take a quick three-step drop and throw the slant to the split end on rhythm.
Check-release or run a flat to occupy the underneath defender.
Block the edge or release as a hot outlet.
Run a three-step slant breaking inside off the corner's cushion.
Clear the underneath coverage with a go/fade to widen the throwing lane.
Quick-set and protect the edge.
Quick pass-set on the interior.
Quick-set and anchor the middle.
Quick-protect the backside edge.
How to teach it
- 1Timing play — the ball comes out on the QB's third step as the slant breaks.
- 2Flanker clears the coverage so the slant window stays open.
- 3Slant receiver plants hard off his outside foot and breaks flat inside.
Common mistakes to fix
- !QB double-clutches and the window closes — fix by throwing on rhythm off the drop.
- !Slant rounds off the break — fix by drilling a sharp three-step plant and cut.
Build this into your call sheet.
Adopt this system in your coach portal, tag plays by situation, and print call sheets and player wristbands.