The Vertical Concept

The vertical concept is one of the most versatile and effective patterns in the passing system. Like the drag concept it is a two man game concept, it is also installed day one because the techniques are used in other passing concepts. "This concept puts extreme pressure on the deep areas and allows attack on any defense with with a high degree of confidence in a completion." (Gonzalez 74). Although some of these concepts might seem advanced for high school players, as long as they practice the concept will not be to hard to grasp. Below is a diagram of the vertical concept structure.

 Now that you know what the vertical concept is do you think you would ever use this play? If no then what would be your reason?

The Drag Concept

In this offensive formation it represents one of the most versatile means of attacking a pass defense versus multiple techniques and coverage. The person running the drag has the freedom to adjust to different types of coverage like man-to-man, zone, etc. This strategy combines a quick-rythem pass to one of the teams best players with the ability to adjust to different situations. "Two primary tags exist: drive which is used in 3-1 formations, and cross, which is matted with 2-2 formations" (Gonzalez). To create the same picture for the quarterback these two tags create the spacing of receivers across all formation categories. Below is a diagram of the basic route mechanics for the drag concept.

This offensive formation provides the team with a lot of versatility and is a reliable formation, Now that you know what this formation is, have you ever seen a football team use this offensive formation?