4. If and when the opponent attempts to spin out, go into a crab position around the outside thigh to prevent pursuit.
Blocking Linebackers
The percentage of time the offense can block the linebackers will determine to a great extent how successful the offense will be. If the linebackers are blocked, the defense will usually break down.
Approach:
1. Get off on snap of the ball.
2. Whenever possible release to the inside to block an inside linebacker; to the outside when blocking an outside linebacker.
3. Stay low, don’t run in a circle, but take the shortest route to the linebacker.
4. Get to the point of attack in position to block before the linebacker can get there to defend it.
5. Keep your body between the linebacker and the ball carrier.