Option vs 4-4 cover 3

Midline, especially against 2 techniques who do not do their job by stopping the dive.

Also, veer, by double teaming the DT and getting the down block on the linebacker is efficient as well, especially vs. an overactive 5 tech. and/or an invert who does not do his job.

If you need anything reclarified please let me know.

To run B-Gap Veer: I do not use a tight end to run triple option. It is more effective to use a double slot formation and put the slots in motion to be the pitch player.

If you use a tight end, you will combo the 2 tech. to the ILB. The TE will arc release to the near safety. You could have the tight end release on the ILB while doubling the 2 tech, but a 7 tech. will restrict the TE's release. Good luck.

To Run Midline: Your guard will veer release to the ILB. Your tackle and tight end will fold the 7/8 tech. to the ILB to near safety. If you have a 9 tech. the TE will base the 9, the tackle will base the C-gap defender and you will need to send a running back through the B gap to track the playside linebacker. I do not like using the I to run midline. The double slot is a much more effective way of running the triple, because of the alignments utilized. I saw UAB run the veer/midline last night vs. UTEP, and it was obvious that they had to block much harder and rely on chance to make things happen. Regardless, good luck.

AGREE 100% WITH COACH CAMPBELL ON THIS ONE! RUNNING THE LOAD OPTION WAS ALWAYS MY SOLUTION TO THE PROBLEM. WHY TRY TO FINESSE THEM WHEN YOU CAN LOAD ON THEM AND RUN BY THEM?

Coach Easton