Single Back Formation Power Run Concept
Single Back Formation Power Run Concept to the TE/WB Flank is really tough for defenses to defend. The 3-man blocking surface with the Wing creates alignment conflict for the defense- gives you angles & number advantage at the POA. If the defense doesn’t adjust perfectly, you’re going to outflank them and gain easy yards.
Single Back Formation Power Run Concept
𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐯𝐬. 𝟓-𝟑 𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐀𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭
C: Step play-side, base the N.
RG: Inside-Over-Free. You can also have the RG double the N with the Center.
RT: Double team DT with Y. You can have the Y combo off- especially if they shifted linebackers. However, I prefer to stay on the double team.
LG: Pull, wrap for play-side linebacker (S).
LT: Down block (replace pulling guard)- no inside threat fan block.
Y: Double team DT with RT.
H: Cheat alignment in and up- kick out defensive end- aiming point is the inside hip- run feet through the block.
Note: If the backside defensive end is chasing hard down the line of scrimmage, run boot.
X: Stalk block the CB.
S: Now Screen.
T: Take handoff, aiming point is the inside foot of the Y.
QB: Take snap, hand to the T, carry out boot fake to the left. If the defense doesn’t adjust to the S you can have the QB take the snap and throw it out there.
See Also: Single Back GT Counter Scheme
The Single Back Formation Offense is powerful because it creates a natural conflict for the defense. One side of the formation presents a strong run threat with a Tight End (Y) and an H-Back/Wing flank, while the opposite side creates passing strength with two wide receivers.
Clinic / Playbook: Single Back Formation Clinic
This balanced attack makes it extremely difficult for defenses to align correctly. When you place two receivers to one side, defenders are forced to widen, which lightens the box and opens up the run game. This clinic is a 4-part video series that breaks down exactly how to install and run this system effectively. Here’s what’s included in the Single Back Formation Clinic:
