Counting Players

[ljdave]

Originally Posted by Suudy

Speaking of pre-snap routine,.........But overall I go through this progression every down.

Comments? Routines for R, U, and BJ?

I was having trouble focusing on my pre-snap progression so, just a couple of weeks ago, I came up with this: 11-11-4. By this I mean (1) count 11 B players, (2) check R/U signal that they have 11 A players, (3) count 4 backs (As A is lining up and we determine who's on or off). Then I focus on the LOS (I'm the LJ). Not sure if this would work for anyone else but has helped me to focus on my duties between downs...

I, too, am interested in what others do. I'm going to have to try 4-4-3. I've been going 2-2-2-2-2-1, and it's always been tough. I'm a math teacher; I should be able to count better!!!!!

[Warrenkicker]

3-3-3-2 has always worked well for me. Another way is to see what formation they are using and use that. A 4-3 defense will have 4 linemen, 3 linebackers, and 4 defensive backs. If they are spread out that is easy to count very quickly. You must start trying to get a count as quickly as possible, even before the RFP. It can also be made easier if you are on the sideline of the defensive team. If the play does not approach your sideline and no one goes on or off the field then you will have the same number as played the last play. Count B quickly so that you can then move to count your A requirements as soon as they reach the line.

[buckrog64]

Never fails though, the whole game you spend counting players, and then the one time you let it go, sure as heck there's an extra player somewhere. Happened last Friday night, fortunately our BJ was paying attention.