I was recently talking with a group of coaches about Bash QB GT Counter. Some coaches have had a lot of success with it, others have been frustrated by it because it never hits like they draw it up. When diagnosing issues, one of the biggest markers of success on Bash QB GT Counter is the QB’s footwork. When teams struggle with Bash, it’s usually because the QB shuffles too far away from the Run Scheme when they read the Edge Defender. This cut-up from Sam Houston State is a great example of a QB “Short Shuffle” to the Bash to stay in sync with the GT Counter Pullers.
Another thing I like about this play is running it to the Nub TE Side. If your TE can block out on a 9 Technique, both your Guard & Tackle can insert on the Will LB and the Secondary Support Player. It can also hit downhill without the fear of being spilled.
Nub TE
Trips Lt.
Bash (Back Away from the Run Scheme)
QB Reads the Strong DE for Give/Keep
QB GT Counter
Another Option here is to Arc the TE to the CB. This will potentially widen the 9 Technique and allow for a clean kick out block by the Guard. But if your TE can handle a DE or walk down Jack LB, I like the idea of blocking out and inserting both the Guard and Tackle. Bash QB GT Counter is a great way to get your QB going in the Run Game!
