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What Offensive Coordinators Must Know
False starts are hindrances that should not occur. Holding penalties is the antithesis of the false start. Both result in successful plays being nullified. In track and field, sprinters are aware that a single false start will result in disqualification from the race, so they rarely commit them.
Rectifying this problem is simpler than you think…it’s in the area of the snap.
The original purpose of the snap in American and Canadian football was to start each play from scrimmage. The snap was “on one” like the single blast from the starter’s pistol. There were very few [if any] false starts, and virtually no holding penalties.
Offensive football and sprinters in track and field have one thing in common. Both are designed for attack and both respond to a sound cue. Where they differ is in personnel. Sprinters [A.] explode out of the blocks; accelerate to peak speed, and maintain peak speed to the finish line. In football, sprinters are generally considered skilled players such as running backs, wide receivers and defensive backs. Yet, the value of these skilled players with sprinter speed is not realized until they are 20-40 yards down field. However, offensive linemen [B.] explode out of a three-point stance but must accelerate to full speed from level one to level two. Offensive linemen [B.] must also possess the ability to explode out of their stance and retreat backward in a manner of efficiency equivalent to that of a cornerback. The goal will be to get sprinter mentality [A.] into the heads of offensive linemen [B.].
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A.(Sprinter) B.(Offensive Linemen
Since the offensive line is key to successful play execution; it is imperative that they have access to a snap system which helps them “win individual battles,” like sprinters do. It’s called”Open Count”.
This method is not a trick or gimmick nor, is it any more of a secret than the current snap system.
”Open Count” deters defensive fronts from anticipating when the ball will be snapped. ”Open Count” use principles sprinters are taught in track and field…”anticipate your performance”, not the gun. “Open Count” involves no changes in the way your plays are called or the way you call your cadence.
“Open Count” provides offensive teams with the ability to switch from sound to silent snap when deemed necessary. “Open Count” provides your quarterback with the ability to call plays [in or out of the huddle] and change frequencies in snap as if a snap count was being used. “Open Count” will be very effective in short yardage and goal line situations. Offensive linemen will win individual battles on a consistent basis. “Open Count” is universal in its use, particularly in the kicking game. It will be virtually impossible to anticipate and PAT, FG or punt snaps to block. Finally, “Open Count” is easy to learn and execute. This means the concentration and discipline issue will be resolved.
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