Jet Pass
Quarterback fakes the jet sweep and throws to a receiver behind the run action.
Concept: Line aggressively run-blocks the fake while the split end runs a post-corner off the flow.
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 to the wingback, set, and throw the post-corner off the run action.
Run the jet-sweep fake across to hold the perimeter and force defenders.
Fake a dive or block to hold the linebackers.
Fake or check-release as an outlet.
Aggressively run-block the fake, then anchor.
Run-block the fake, then protect the backside.
Aggressively fire out on the fake, then anchor the pocket.
Run-block the fake, then set the edge.
Run-block the fake, then hinge backside.
Run-block the fake then release, or protect.
Run the post-corner behind the jet flow as the primary target.
Clear out or run a complementary vertical to hold the safety.
How to teach it
- 1Line aggressively run-blocks the jet fake to suck the linebackers up.
- 2Split end runs a post-corner off the flow — break inside then back to the corner.
- 3QB sells the jet mesh, then gets depth to throw over the biting defense.
Common mistakes to fix
- !Split end rounds the post-corner — teach a sharp inside stem before the corner break.
- !QB throws off his back foot — get him set with his feet 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.