Jon Gruden's Unbalanced RPO Concept

In an up-tempo environment, Jon Gruden and the Raiders like to run an unbalanced 1-Back Power RPO with the TE on an Arrow route. This concept, which averaged over 8 yards per use for the Raiders in 2020, forces the defense to adjust quickly to an unusual formation.

In week 15, the Chargers adjusted nicely to line up in a sound defense against the concept. 

The following screen shots are from my latest Book, which breaks down the entire 2020 Raiders offense. CLICK HERE to get a copy of the book today!

Deep Dive on the Packers Base Inside Zone Scheme

 The Packers were a great inside zone team in 2020. Inside zone is a common scheme in the NFL, and is arguably the base run concept in college football. 

With their base version of inside zone (no slice block), the Packers averaged over 6 yards per play, and a 90% conversion rate on third down. 

Matt LaFleur and the Packers have many ways to gain the numbers back in favor of the offense. Whether it be creative RPO designs or adjustments to the run call, they can always find a way to block up what the defense is presenting.  

The following screen shots are my analysis of this scheme from my Book. The Packers Manual breaks down their entire offense in the same manner of their base inside zone scheme below. CLICK HERE to order your copy today.