The Pistol Spread – RNS Switch Curl is a play that is effective against man zone coverage as both sides of the ball the switch concept is used. For this breakdown, we look to throw to the split end, who runs a curl route.
Play Diagram and Info:
The Pistol Spread – RNS Switch Curl has the split end and left slot receiver switching. The split end runs takes and inside release and runs a curl route. The left slot receiver takes an outside release, before heading up the field, and then breaking towards the sideline. On the right side, the flanker takes an inside release and then runs a post route. The right slot receivers takes an outside release and runs a wheel route down the right sideline.
Playbooks Found In:
- Run and Shoot
Default Pass Routes:
| Position | Assignment |
| SE | Curl |
| LSL | Out |
| RSL | Wheel |
| FL | Post |
| RB | Delay Curl |
Quick Set Up:
- None
Coaching Points:
- The split end will be open against any man coverage as long as ball is throw on time.
- Having a split end with a high route run rating and high catch rating will help increase his chances.
- When throwing the ball, be sure throw it away from the defender in pass coverage.