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Vertical

Concept passing + vertical shots.

Erhardt-Perkins concepts, mesh/rubs, scramble-drill explosives. Needs an elite QB. Concept-based passing where receivers adjust to coverage, built to create explosive plays.

When it applies

With an elite QB who can process and throw on the move; comeback situations.

+ StrengthsExplosive by design; concepts stress every coverage; scramble drills extend plays.
− Trade-offsLives and dies on QB play; needs time — a good rush disrupts everything.

Filed under: Offensive scheme overviews