Blocking Scheme for KO Return

The best, most reliable return is a simple middle wedge or double wedge. Can set it in multiple ways initially. Basic blocking scheme...first line retreats to the level of the second line, at least. If going against a fast kickoff, have them block to the outside..against an average team or a kicker who does not get the ball inside the 10, run as a double wedge. For this have the front line retreat back to the level of the second line, but now should be shoulder to shoulder and not allow anything to get inside them--spill everything outside. Second line, for both approaches, should regreat back 15-20 yds, shoulder to shoulder, and explode forward shoulder to shoulder on the "go" call. I've seen and used several other approaches, but I have had more big returns and fewer train-wreck returns with this than with any other. I have literally installed this 2 days before a game and run it with solid results after less than 15 mins of total practice time. The key is a return man who will get things north and south and hit a crease with authority, a front line who is ok with absorbing hits, and some tough kids who can work together on the second line.

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