How Do You Do The Run And Shoot Offense In Football?
The evolution of the passing game in football took a major step forward with the introduction of the run and shoot offense. Often described as basketball on natural grass, the run and shoot offense employs a varied passing game to confuse a normal defense in football. While complicated it is possible for any team to employ the run and shoot offense in football. Line four preferably fast wide receivers up on the field. In the base formation of the run and shoot offense there are two receivers on each side of the formation. Eliminate the fullback and tight end from the offense. The run and shoot does not employ either a fullback or tight end. This will limit the running opportunities in this offense but the run shoot is primarily a passing offense. Have a quarterback with a quick release and good decision-making skills. In the run and shoot offense, the quarterback has to make a quick pass, often in a split second. Send the receivers in motion often. The run and shoot offense uses receiv