5 man mechanics

[BroKen62]

Originally Posted by mbcrowder

If RB or motion man is coming to my flat, I'd prefer staying put. If no RB or anyone heading to the flat, and QB is not rolling my way, I prefer moving to the shallowest receiver.

In 5-man, there's no need to rush down the field with the deepest guys, at the expense of being ahead of the play should the pass go shorter.

That's exactly how I work it. First check is flat; if no one there or going there, move SLOWLY downfield, giving help in middle until ball is thrown.

[HLin NC]

I used to move 5-7 yards downfield but the Fed mechanics seem to want us to stay at the LOS now so I've worked on that but am not pleased with it.

My nickname in advanced probation officer training was "Slug" so that would kind of give you an idea as to my footspeed.