Play action pass?

[andre kc]

How do you do a play action pass play?

[FrustratedFinFan]

Good question.....in most leagues, a true play action pass play can't be done. However, the way to pull it off in EF is to line up in what looks like a running set. You and the "D" make adjustments and then you call pass and run the play. Hopefully, the "D" is surprised by your call. Set this up by running out of the same set consistently and switching up to a pass only occasionally and when it is not expected.

[Coach_J]

That's a good analysis FrustratedFinFan. This might something you described in your reply. The play is set up to look like a dive to the RB. The QB is on an immobile base so that he does not interfere with the RB. The RB goes into the line faking the dive play while the QB looks for his receiver. Is this an example of what you are talking about ? I think I am going to put that into my offensive game plan.

Coach J

[andre kc]

So, maybe I should set up in an I formation?

[Crandog]

Andre,

An I-formation is great as it will really look like a run; moving the linebackers up closer to the line of scrimmage(just like real football). I would use an offset I, having the I-formation say, to the left of the QB(with the QB on immobile base, roll-out base(TTC) or drop back base(tweaked to go backwards)).

Let the defense set up and then really make it look like you have a plan to run by pivoting one or both of the RB's.

You could do the same with an I-Formation right behind the QB if you pivot both RB's

That's play-action, EF style!

[detroitchild]

Originally Posted by Crandog

Andre,

An I-formation is great as it will really look like a run; moving the linebackers up closer to the line of scrimmage(just like real football). I would use an offset I, having the I-formation say, to the left of the QB(with the QB on immobile base, roll-out base(TTC) or drop back base(tweaked to go backwards)).

Let the defense set up and then really make it look like you have a plan to run by pivoting one or both of the RB's.

You could do the same with an I-Formation right behind the QB if you pivot both RB's

That's play-action, EF style!

Hhmmmm. Good stuff!

[FrustratedFinFan]

Also...don't discount the value of having a fast TTC base for your starting running back. I have one....and it opens up options for me that aren't always obvious to my opponents. However, many folks can look at a TTC dial and tell immediately what direction the player is going. To deceive them, try putting the player on the base backwards some of the time! Also....maybe it is time to give your opponent a true devious running back....on ITZ dials or Munro bases....they mask your intentions effectively and give the player more "mobility," but often aren't able to be tweaked to be as fast as good rookie or TTC bases.

[Coach K-LO]

great descriptions on the play. One thing that you must establish is "being able to run" .... whithout that, you will not get the defense to bite on a play fake.

[andre kc]

Good point, Coach K-LO

anyone else ever think of maybe having a coin or something that the offense designates either a normal run, or play action run. Then when they line up, he calls run... and the defense adjusts to run... if he had the coin fliped to playaction then it would be a pass, or if he didn't flip it to the other side it would be a normal run. the coin would have to be revealed every run so the guy couldn't make up his mind once he saw the defense. Not sure if it makes sense to anyone, but it could be a way to show run and call run, but the defense would still have to be cautious for the play-action.

and i'm sure everyone is very confused... it sounded better in my head.