The simplicity of the Counter Read is one of its major strengths. The play is designed to get the defense to flow away from the action for a few steps, allowing better blocking angles for the offensive line, and more room for the running back.
| Position | Assignments/Notes |
|---|---|
| QB | Read E; Squeeze pull, flat footed or widens give. |
| B | Counter foot work, get tackled if you don't get the ball. |
| X | Block man on. |
| Y | Block man on. |
| H | Block man on. |
| Z | Block man on. |
| PST | Vs 3/2 Double with PSG to first LB head up to backside of C; Vs 2i/1 work to to first LB head up to backside of C. |
| PSG | Vs 3/2 Double with PST to first LB head up to backside of C; Vs 2i/1 Block 2i/1. |
| C | Block back. |
| BSG | Pull and kick out E. |
| BST | Pull and work to 1st inside PSLB. |
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Great stuff!