"Scoop Out" the Backside A Gap Defender with this Zone Blocking Combo Technique - Dave Christensen

The scoop is a zone block combination between the center and the backside guard. Either one of these players can make the call, but their objective is to scoop out the backside A gap defender. 

In our video, Dave Christensen, retired offensive line coach, details how he teaches the technique using game film.

To view the full presentation, as well as the other 49 lessons in Coach Christensen's Offensive Line System, visit O-Line "Scoop" Zone Technique 


Key Takeaways
The scoop block involves the backside guard and the center on the backside of an inside or outside zone play.

The center takes a check step and works through the play side half of the defender.

The backside guard should have an open step on his check step and work to get his head across the defender.

The center should work to keep his outside hand free, his shoulders square, and aim to work up to the linebacker.

The center should work to keep his outside hand free and his shoulders square and aim to work up to the linebacker.

The running back needs to be on the same page as the offensive line to help press the defenders and block them.

 

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