Things to Watch when Calling Plays in Youth Football

There are a number of things that the defense does that should affect what offensive plays you call in youth football. In this video we will explore just a few things a coach should notice when calling plays. Most importantly, how to read the Defensive End and respond to his ability and actions.

[@dariuscoleman3914]

Good stuff Coach! Most youth coaches just run plays without understanding why they should or shouldn’t be run. I also start with the DE/OLB, and it’s worked extremely well for me on the youth, middle and high school levels.

[@dustin9967]

Great vid. Do think thing pulling a Guard at 8 years old is too much for them to mentally process?

[@irbadltald2532]

Your videos are very helpful. Thank you! When you're running wishbone are all your backs in a 3point stance?

[@Icoachfootballonline]

When I run wishbone they are all in a two point stance. You could put the front player, the fullback, in a three point stance but the back two players are always in a two point stance.

[@goodmaro]

About how old do they get before it pays for the OT to influence the DE?