Teams that do not have a number of talented players have sometimes found success with offenses like the single wing. This unique offense can allow you to be effective on offense with a couple of talented players and allows you to “hide” a player that might otherwise be a liability in more traditional schemes.
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Here is a quick recap of single wing personnel and the type of player you need at each position.
1. Tailback – Best Runner. If he can throw that is a plus
2. Wingback – Quick, usually short. Must be able to run and catch. The wingback and tailback are the keys. These must be good players.
3. Fullback – Must be a tough lead blocker first and foremost. His ability to run or catch will dictate what “series” other that power that you can run.
4. Blocking Back – This player must be tough and love to hit. He is your extra blocker
5. X – This is a true wide receiver. If you do not have one, play two tight ends
6. Tight End – Blocker first. Only runs drags, verticals and corners
7. Power Guard – Most agile offensive lineman. He must be physical and hit in space. Does not have to be big.
8. Outside Tackle – Best true lineman. Best Reacher. Second best puller. Must be able to reach a wide defensive end.
9. Split Guard – he has to be able to move or run a bit. He will be pulling to both the week and strong sides.
10. Center – Accurate snapper. Second worst lineman. Needs to be at least average blocker. Will mostly snap and block the A-gap
11. Inside Tackle – the worst offensive lineman. This is a place to hide a guy. Maybe a guy with size but poor movement. He never pulls. 90-percent of the time he will down block