In this Madden Plays breakdown, we look at a play called Weak Z Close – PA Cntr Shot Post. This play action features a two route combination, a post route and a deep crossing route. In the breakdown, we show how we like to attack Cover 3 coverage.
Play Diagram:
Playbooks Found In:
- Bills
Default Pass Routes Assignments:
| Position | Assignment |
| SE | Post |
| TE | Drag |
| FL | Deep Cross |
| FB | Pass Block |
| RB | Pass Block |
Quick Setup:
- None
Coaching Points:
- The post will clear the free safety out.
- Against Cover 3, the deep cross route will be open.
- The play action and the drag route will hold the underneath hook zone defenders.
- 7 Man pass protection scheme.
- The Weak Z Close – PA Cntr Shot Post works along the run play called Counter F as it uses the same action in the backfield.
Video Breakdown:
Final Thoughts:
The Weak Z Close – PA Cntr Shot Post is great play action play to call to attack Cover 3 coverage. The two route combo, post and deep cross is an effective route combination that many teams run to beat Cover 3 coverage.
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