Power Run (Gap)
Dictate physically. Duo, power, counter.
Downhill gap runs from heavy personnel, deep play-action shots. Mauling OL, power backs. Pullers, double teams, and play-action bombs off the same looks.
When it applies
With a dominant offensive line and a bell-cow back; bad weather and fourth quarters.
+ StrengthsControls the line of scrimmage and the clock; play-action is lethal off it.
− Trade-offsNeeds elite line talent; struggles if you fall behind and must throw.
Filed under: Offensive scheme overviews