QB on pass plays

[bigduke18]

How do most coaches simulate the QB staying in the "pocket" on pass plays, or do you put the base on backwards and have him "drop back"?

John W.

A lot depends on what kind of pass play I am running or the formation. For example if I have my QB in the shotgun then I put him on an immobile base. Or if the play is a play action pass with the QB rolling out with option of running then he is placed on a base tweaked for looping either to the left or the right. Hope this helps.

Coach J

Just in case you weren't aware, an immobile base is one in which the prongs are cut enitrely off.

You can also use these immobile bases for safeties. If the offense calls run, the safties can run in to support the run. When the offense calls pass your safties can be put on an immobile base in order to play deep zone pass coverage.

[bigduke18]

OK thanks guys...has anyone ever tried my drop back idea, on a backwards base? Seems like it would work well on short passes.

John W.

Yes I have placed my QB on a base turned backwards showing him dropping back. However, in our league the QB can only drop back 15 yards. Anything beyond yards is considered a sack. Hope this helps.

Coach J

Occasionally I'll put the shotgun QB on a TTC base with dial turned to make a tight circle. Keeps him pretty much in place but also a moving target for the loopers.