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Effective run game

By Hellbringer
3/08/2018 10:02 pm
What are some tips on getting an effective ground game going?

Re: Effective run game

By Frankebasta
3/09/2018 4:45 am
Strong OL, top notch RB. Smart playbook. Weak opponent's DL

Re: Effective run game

By lellow2011
3/09/2018 4:04 pm
Frankebasta wrote:
Strong OL, top notch RB. Smart playbook. Weak opponent's DL


You don't really need a top notch RB, just a fast one.

Re: Effective run game

By jlyman
3/09/2018 4:37 pm
lellow2011 wrote:
Frankebasta wrote:
Strong OL, top notch RB. Smart playbook. Weak opponent's DL


You don't really need a top notch RB, just a fast one.


This is true. I've got a starter, in another of my leagues, who my ratings put in the low 90s overall. But his backup, rated in the mid-60s is averaging over 4 yards per carry as his backup. His top rating is his speed.
Last edited at 3/09/2018 4:38 pm

Re: Effective run game

By birn
3/10/2018 4:10 pm
Good oline and a fast RB. Multiple RB's are even better as you can rotate them. Most of all, don't be afraid to run a lot.

Re: Effective run game

By Dash
3/20/2018 9:35 am
birn wrote:
Most of all, don't be afraid to run a lot.


That's the true key there.. gotta stay committed!

Re: Effective run game

By Mcarovil
3/22/2018 7:39 am
You can look for traditional passing sets that have run plays. Back in the day the 1-1-3 was used a lot as most base defenses would be nickel and you could exploit the personnel mismatch. Most vets made rules to counter that. You also could override a WR with speed and acc in some goal line toss/outside runs as well as some quick hitting runs to try and use that speed as an advantage. These are what I see most commonly.

Re: Effective run game

By slowtospeak
3/24/2018 11:15 am
Pay attention to which running plays really work and which don't. Giving up totally on your running game is very bad for your defense, which is a Really Bad Thing. Stay committed to running, even if/though it sucks.

Re: Effective run game

By CooterBrown
3/24/2018 11:45 am
Well, a fast and quick back helps . One without butter fingers that drops the rock every time someone says "BOO" helps even more!!!
Last edited at 3/24/2018 11:47 am

Re: Effective run game

By slowtospeak
3/25/2018 1:10 pm
Mcarovil wrote:
You can look for traditional passing sets that have run plays. Back in the day the 1-1-3 was used a lot as most base defenses would be nickel and you could exploit the personnel mismatch. Most vets made rules to counter that. You also could override a WR with speed and acc in some goal line toss/outside runs as well as some quick hitting runs to try and use that speed as an advantage. These are what I see most commonly.


Is that why I can now beat people up with my slot receiver? It sure is interesting to find out how these things came to be.