What is the most consistently WIDE OPEN pass play against the most sophisticated defenses in football? Based on what I’ve seen, the answer is TE Leak. Somehow, even the most dominant defenses tend to loose track of the TE off a hard Wide Zone fake. Here, the Bills shift the TE to Strong I Rt. They run Wide Zone Lead with the Fullback which is designed to create extra gaps to the playside. The Linebackers and Strong Safety flow to Wide Zone, while the TE Leaks across the formation on a Shallow.
Shift to I Rt. with Y-Off
Play Action Wide Zone Lead
Center takes Wide Zone Step and Spins Out to Protect the Backside C-Gap
X Wide Receiver buries the CB and runs to the FS
TE Leaks Shallow
What I like most about this design is the Center Lag. What typically gets these types of plays in trouble is pressure. You do not want to True Boot a Leak Concept because it will attract secondary attention. Leaving the Backside C-Gap unprotected is a recipe for getting your Quarterback destroyed. The Center Lag is such an effective protection strategy because it is an extremely difficult read for the Linebackers and Safeties. I referenced this in both The Ultimate Guide to Counter and The Ultimate Guide to Screen - mobility at the Center Position can unlock some creative possibilities for your offense!
