The “Must” Zone (Goal Line to 3-Yard Line)
In this zone we must move the ball out at least to the 3-yard line so it will be possible to kick from spread formation. Our kicker stands back 13 yards deep when we kick from our spread kick formation.
The Three-Down Zone (3-Yard Line to 25-Yard Line)
1. Normally we will kick on third down with five yards or more to go.
2. We must make a first down with three plays.
3. We do not like to punt while in this zone. If we can hold the football until we get past the 25-yard line, we can put the opposition in their three-down zone with a 40-yard kick.
4. Run trap plays.
5. Anticipate a goal line defense occasionally.
The First Down Zone (20-Yard Line to 40-Yard Line)
We must make a first down so we can continue to control the ball when we reach the Free Wheeling Zone.