Split Back Veer v. Flexbone

I've spoken to a few coaches (Lou Cella for one) about this topic and I am evenly split on my loyalties here. I go back and forth between the two and simply at this moment cannot decide which I like more. I am going to list all the pros and cons of each system and please fill in any others that you can add. I truly want to come to a decision on a preference.

Split Back Veer Pro's
- Its better for a "pro style" passing game
- No need to put a player in motion to get him into pitch relationship
- Better path on IV and OV
- Its a little better for the power running game

Split Back Veer Con's
- If you have a dominant back, it might be difficult to give him enough carries because there are two backs in the backfield.
- You have to declare a formation strength
- Its a little more difficult to get more than three receivers into a route
- More learning for the backs than the flexbone

Flexbone Pro's
- You dont have to show a formation strength, therefore not giving a strength side to the defense, or giving away tendencies.
- Simplicity of teaching to the backs
- The ability to get four receivers into the route immediately, and threaten the defese with 4 verticals
- You dont need to have a TE type of a player

Flexbone Con's
- Since you dont have to show a strength you may get various defensive looks from the defense because your offense DOESNT show a strength.
- If you dont have a workhorse at FB, he could get worn down over the course of the season
- The automatic motion
- On the other hand, where do you put a TE type of a player? Offensive Line? Defense?


Yes I know they both work, there are numerous GREAT programs that run either offense.

Split Veer

De La Salle (CA), John Curtis Christian (LA), Mt. Carmel (IL), Hartland Arrowhead (WI), Downers Grove North (IL)


Flexbone

McKeesport (PA), Colerain (OH), Tulsa Union (OK), Muskegon (MI), Warren Central (IN)