Offense
This FirstDown PlayBook category will house any and all blog posts about offense. The style of offense may vary as we serve many different versions of football. However, the mission here remains focused on offense.
There will be run game help that will include the various run categories like trap, sweeps and of power run game. The numbers may vary too as we include, not just 11 man football but also other versions like 8 and 9 man football.
FirstDown Playbook has always been the industry leader when it comes to the passing game. This will never change. We will provide a lot of help in this area for coaches at all levels. This includes 7on7 coaches too.
Create Your Custom Route Concepts
You can now create your own custom route concepts on FirstDown PlayBook. This is a game changer for offensive coordinators....
Use 7on7 To Teach Receiver Speed Cuts
As you get into the thick of your 7on7 season, teaching receiver speed cuts should be on, if not at the top of your checklist....
The Overlooked Slot Receiver
The slot receiver is one of the most under appreciated people during recruiting and NFL draft season, but not on third down in the fall....
3 Types Of Run Game Advice To Avoid
This is a "buyer beware" blog. Specifically, we are going to look at 3 types of run game advice to avoid on the internet. ...
Gun Wing T Slide Naked Pass
The Gun Wing T is one of the most innovative high school offenses out there now. Let's look at how to push the ball down the field with it....
Youth Football Split Backs Counter Blocking
You need a punch, but you also need a counter punch. That's exactly what this youth football split backs counter run provides....
How To Create Great Route Templates (And Others)
The new FirstDown PlayBook "My Templates" area is built precisely on the foundation that coaches and players are very visual....
Offensive Line Splits & Levels
Good offensive Line coaches and good offensive lines are very aware of offensive line splits and levels. This all starts as the linemen are waiting at the line of scrimmage for the next...
Teaching Young Quarterbacks Coverage
When teaching a young quarterback about reading coverage, give them specific keys. The Free Safety will tell them all they need to know....
Teach Receivers To Recognize Man vs Zone Coverage
There is a lot going on with a pass play that is not always apparent. Quarterbacks and receivers must see if the coverage is man or zone. ...
Screens Are About Your Offensive Line
Defenses are built to make life miserable for the guy taking the snap. Screens are an important weapon to have to offset this....
Boots, Nakeds & Waggles
Moving the QB outside of the pocket on boots, waggles & naked is more of the norm than exception these days. Watch the games this weekend? ...