spread option
Americannoun
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If the Chargers want to move away from the dropback passing system they ran with Philip Rivers and commit to the spread option, why do that with a smaller, leaner version or Newton rather than the real deal?
From The Guardian
The Yellow Jackets were expected to need time as players recruited for former coach Paul Johnson’s spread option attack adjusted to a pro-style offense.
From Seattle Times
Collins and offensive coordinator Dave Patenaude say the Yellow Jackets have made an impressive transition from former coach Paul Johnson’s spread option offense.
From Seattle Times
Georgia Tech did not use tight ends while running the spread option offense under coach Paul Johnson the last 11 years.
From Seattle Times
He also wouldn’t say if he wants to hire a coach who would bring an offense with more passing than Johnson’s spread option with its triple-option plays.
From Seattle Times
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