For most Offensive Coordinators, fast screens are an extension of the run game - so the equivalent of Play Action is Screen & Go. We’ve seen the effectiveness of Now Screens into the Boundary. The short distance of the throw allows the receiver to press the point before the support defenders are able to flow to the football. But, if Boundary Screens become part of your offensive identity, the defense will adjust and fit them faster. This can be countered with Screen & Go.
Tempo/Fastball
This play was normally called in the 2nd or 3rd quarter after several Tempo FIB Now Screens. Call it quickly after a run play to catch the defense with vertical routes as they adjust.
On the snap, the QB pumps the Now Screen and resets in the pocket. Think of the pump fake as a play action fake. The Slot Receivers will Switch before 5 yards - it will look like Now Screen cross blocking. While #2 inside releases the Overhang for a Read Seam, #3 attacks the CB for a Stalk & Go Wheel. The primary read is the Seam which bends if the Safety stays on top. The Wheel can come open vs. an aggressive screen support CB or if you get man coverage.
