Tailback Pass (Halfback Pass) Left
Tailback shows sweep then pulls up and throws to the end or wingback down the field.
Concept: Linemen sell run blocking briefly as the wingback releases on a wheel and the end runs a post behind the fake.
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
Show the sweep, then pull up and throw to the end or wingback down the field.
Fake the sweep lead block to sell the run.
Release on a wheel route down the sideline.
Block the edge or serve as a checkdown/protector.
Run a post behind the biting secondary.
Sell run blocking briefly, then protect the edge.
Show run flow, then protect.
Protect the backside edge.
How to teach it
- 1Linemen sell run briefly, then protect without going illegally downfield.
- 2Wingback runs the wheel and the end runs the post to stretch the coverage.
- 3Tailback sells the sweep, then sets his feet before throwing.
Common mistakes to fix
- !Tailback throws off-balance — fix by teaching him to gather and square up.
- !Receivers release before the fake sells — fix by timing routes with the sweep action.
Build this into your call sheet.
Adopt this system in your coach portal, tag plays by situation, and print call sheets and player wristbands.