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Post by coach31 on Dec 2, 2007 17:32:11 GMT -6
Just a quick question for the option guys. Having been an option coach (flexbone) for a year and scraping the system because we didn't have a QB that could get it done. I have noticed that more than one of those "genius" spead option guys have really struggled when their QB went down.
How much of a consideration is the fact that option teams really depend on one kid to move the ball when you decide to become a triple option team?
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Post by coachmallory on Dec 2, 2007 17:52:43 GMT -6
I do not think that it iis a spread option problem. What would happen to the patriots or colts if brady or manning went down? The spread option is just like flexbone or split back veer in that you have to develop QBs and not rely on just one.
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Post by los on Dec 2, 2007 18:07:36 GMT -6
I really don't think it matters what you run.... system wise. If you lose one of your major threats on offense, whethers he's a threat to run the ball , pass the ball or catch multiple passes, its gonna make you a lot more predictable to the defense. If it happens to be your "best" descision maker, who runs the show on the field for you....... you might be in trouble? So what was the question......  |
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Post by coach31 on Dec 2, 2007 18:12:29 GMT -6
I should not have been specific to spread option, flexbone and split veer have the same issue.
But my point is that you are trying to protect a Brady type, while the option guys are going to take hits.
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Post by spos21ram on Dec 2, 2007 18:36:48 GMT -6
You have to utilize the strength of your players. If you have a star QB that is a tough runner you can't hold him back just cause he could get hurt doing it.
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Post by airraider on Dec 3, 2007 9:20:43 GMT -6
I little to nothing about the Oregon program. So I say this cautiously.. but why did they even recruit their 2nd string QB? Was he there before the current coach came on board? I would think they would have some Dennis Dixon clone ready to step in and run the offense.. maybe not as good.. but at least in the same manner..
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Post by brophy on Dec 3, 2007 9:33:09 GMT -6
I little to nothing about the Oregon program. So I say this cautiously.. but why did they even recruit their 2nd string QB? Was he there before the current coach came on board? I would think they would have some Dennis Dixon clone ready to step in and run the offense.. maybe not as good.. but at least in the same manner.. yes...otherwise Leaf wouldn't have gone there. Gary Crowton came to Oregon after BYU, and this year is at LSU. Traditionally, Crowton QBs do little or no running. But you'd think, at this point, would it have been a better idea to move a WR or RB to that QB spot instead? Its not like they are going downtown on these throws..... But whatthehelldo I know? |
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Post by coachcb on Dec 3, 2007 9:50:41 GMT -6
You have to utilize the strength of your players. If you have a star QB that is a tough runner you can't hold him back just cause he could get hurt doing it. Yes, but you should have a contingency plan in mind in case he DOES go down. Brady Leaf is a NOT a good fit in that particular offense; he's a pocket passer not a runner. |
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