Blake Mouser, Head Coach, Tolar HS, TX discusses (using game film) some of the different variations that he uses along with his base power.
The video is a portion of his entire Glazier Drive clinic on: Dress It Up: How to Take Power to the Next Level with Formations & Motions out of a Multiple Spread Offense
Key takeaways from the video are listed below.
The video breaks down several variations of Power:
- Power Opposite
- Guard kicks out the end while HB pulls (reverse of traditional power)
- Tackles must make "smash" calls based on linebacker positioning
- Focus on proper double teams and combo blocks
- Power vs. Different Fronts
- Against 4-man front: Adapts when DE spikes inside, treating OLB as new end man
- Against 3-man front: Uses "base out" technique against larger defenders
- Emphasizes guard pulling technique: "pull left, hit with left"
- Power Read Variations
- Quarterback read option added to traditional power
- Can read either defensive end or box defender
- HB becomes lead blocker rather than ball carrier
- Quarterback must get outside shoulder of DE before deciding
Key Coaching Points:
- Emphasizes rules-based vs. man-based blocking
- Stresses the importance of proper pulling technique
- Focuses on combo blocks and double teams
- Adaptable to multiple defensive fronts
- Can be run from pistol formation to set up play action
