Dive deep into the world of Run-Pass Options (RPOs) with former Division I Offensive Coordinator and seasoned coach, Tim Lester. This comprehensive course transcends offensive philosophies, demonstrating how to seamlessly integrate RPOs into various schemes, from traditional spread to modern Shanahan systems. Coach Lester, a veteran with experience from Division III to the NFL, shares his invaluable insights on building, teaching, and executing RPOs effectively, ensuring your quarterback and offense are equipped to exploit defensive vulnerabilities. Through detailed film analysis, scheme breakdowns, and practical examples, you'll learn to adapt RPOs to your team's strengths and maximize their impact on every down.
What You'll Learn
• Understand the foundational principles of RPO design and integration across different offensive schemes.
• Develop a systematic approach to teaching quarterbacks how to read defenses and make critical RPO decisions.
• Identify key defensive indicators and learn how to leverage RPOs against various coverage rotations and blitz packages.
• Explore diverse RPO concepts, including zone read RPOs, counter RPOs, and specialized plays like tackle trap RPOs.
• Learn to adapt RPO concepts for both full-width spread formations and condensed sets, optimizing their effectiveness regardless of personnel or alignment.
• Gain practical strategies for communicating RPO reads and protections to quarterbacks and running backs, minimizing errors and maximizing offensive efficiency.
• Analyze real-game film examples to observe successful RPO execution and understand the nuances of quarterback decision-making under pressure.
Who Is This For?
This course is ideal for football coaches at all levels (youth, high school, college, professional) seeking to enhance their offensive playbook with effective RPO concepts. Offensive coordinators, position coaches (especially quarterback and offensive line coaches), and head coaches looking to modernize their offensive philosophy will find immense value in Coach Lester's practical approach and extensive experience.
