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Jason Ronquillo, Yelm HS, WA, Head Coach

Full video on Glazier Drive: Attacking Zone 1

QUICK SCREEN PASS CONCEPTS AGAINST TWO-HIGH SAFETY LOOKS

This coaching breakdown focuses on executing quick screen passes as an extension of the run game when facing two-high safety defensive alignments.

BLOCKING SCHEME

The five offensive linemen identify and block five defenders using a "big on big" technique. The center identifies the mike linebacker, and the offensive line coach determines whether to attack at the line of scrimmage or use pass protection sets. Ideally, it's five-on-five blocking, though someone may come free occasionally.

RUNNING BACK RESPONSIBILITIES

The running back must execute authentic play action on the play side of where the ball is being thrown. This freezes defenders for a critical second or two. If a defender comes free (often through the A-gap), the running back transitions to blocking. The quarterback is responsible for ensuring the running back gets to the correct side.

QUARTERBACK TECHNIQUE

The quarterback should NOT perform play action himself—that's the running back's job. Instead, he should "grip it and rip it," getting the ball out quickly to the designated receiver without worrying about laces or footwork. A quick release is more important than taking a full three-step drop.

RECEIVER BLOCKING AND EXECUTION

Perimeter blocking is just as critical as line blocking. Receivers must block the most dangerous defender, not be robotic about assignments. The screen receiver takes a hard step forward, comes back for the catch, and attacks open space. The scheme intentionally leaves one defender unblocked, expecting the receiver to win that one-on-one matchup.

WHEN TO USE QUICK SCREENS

Three conditions make quick screens effective in zone one (or zone three on the opposite side):

• The zone is open with space available
• The defender in that zone lacks physicality or discipline
• Your athlete has a clear advantage over their defender

FORMATION VARIATIONS

The transcript shows examples from multiple formations: 2x2 sets, 21/22 personnel with double tight ends, boundary throws, empty formations, and numbered play calls (51, 41, 53, 43) targeting different receivers in the same zones. The key is identifying favorable matchups and getting playmakers the ball in space where they're expected to win one-on-one.

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