Post by Coach Campbell on Jun 7, 2009 14:50:30 GMT
The Pistol Offense is an American Football formation and strategy. It is a hybrid of the traditional shotgun and singleback offenses. The quarterback lines up three yards behind the center, and the running back lines up four yards directly behind the QB. It is also commonly referred to as The 'Pistol Formation' as well as The 'Pistol Offense'
Chris Ault's "Pistol" formationThe Pistol Offense was created by longtime and current head coach of the Nevada Wolf Pack, Chris Ault and first implemented in 2004. Ault has credited the inspiration for his invention to the 1997 Nebraska Cornhuskers performance at the Fiesta Bowl, where they ran the option from a spread offense.
The Kansas City Chiefs line up in a Pistol formation against The New Orleans Saints.While The Pistol Offense has been experimented with by dozens of Football Bowl Subdivision teams like LSU, Syracuse, and Missouri, it is used mostly by the Nevada Wolf Pack. The Pistol has also made the transition to the NFL mainly being used by the 2008 Kansas City Chiefs with Tyler Thigpen at Quarterback. Along with the wildcat, the Pistol has made a transition into the NFL adding more of a college "playmaker" aspect to the game.
The versatility of the formation can be utilized in a variety of ways. Because the quarterback is closer, he can see over the line and make downfield reads. He will also get the ball snapped to him faster, which can alter timing patterns greatly for a preparing defense. It can effectively use draw plays, counters, and options. Three wide receiver formations are common but not essential. Multiple tight ends sets combined with a fullback for protection are equally effective. The backfield exchange occurs 2-3 yards closer than in the shotgun; it makes runs more effective than the traditional shotgun, while keeping its pass efficiency. It works well with dual threat quarterbacks who can throw and run. Despite its unconventional and unorthodox appearance, it should be considered when listing the more explosive offenses in college football.
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Chris Ault's "Pistol" formationThe Pistol Offense was created by longtime and current head coach of the Nevada Wolf Pack, Chris Ault and first implemented in 2004. Ault has credited the inspiration for his invention to the 1997 Nebraska Cornhuskers performance at the Fiesta Bowl, where they ran the option from a spread offense.
The Kansas City Chiefs line up in a Pistol formation against The New Orleans Saints.While The Pistol Offense has been experimented with by dozens of Football Bowl Subdivision teams like LSU, Syracuse, and Missouri, it is used mostly by the Nevada Wolf Pack. The Pistol has also made the transition to the NFL mainly being used by the 2008 Kansas City Chiefs with Tyler Thigpen at Quarterback. Along with the wildcat, the Pistol has made a transition into the NFL adding more of a college "playmaker" aspect to the game.
The versatility of the formation can be utilized in a variety of ways. Because the quarterback is closer, he can see over the line and make downfield reads. He will also get the ball snapped to him faster, which can alter timing patterns greatly for a preparing defense. It can effectively use draw plays, counters, and options. Three wide receiver formations are common but not essential. Multiple tight ends sets combined with a fullback for protection are equally effective. The backfield exchange occurs 2-3 yards closer than in the shotgun; it makes runs more effective than the traditional shotgun, while keeping its pass efficiency. It works well with dual threat quarterbacks who can throw and run. Despite its unconventional and unorthodox appearance, it should be considered when listing the more explosive offenses in college football.
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