Try the Gun Split Close – HB Wheel if you’re seeking a that can attack your opponent’s from all sides. With the correct tweaks, it is a dynamic play that can defeat both and .

Play Diagram:

gun split close hb wheel play diagram

Play Info:

Formation: Gun
Set: Split Close
Personnel: 2RB, 3WR
Personnel Group: 02
Play Type: Pass
Concept: Portland
Primary Receiver: RB1
Routes Run: 5
Pass Blockers: 5


Found In:

  • 49ers
  • Dolphins
  • Jets

Note: based on Madden 23 Live Playbooks.

Default Pass Routes Assignments:

gun split close hb wheel 01

Position Assignment
SE Post
SL Corner
FL Deep In
RB1 Wheel
RB2 Flat


Quick Setup:

gun split close hb wheel 02

  1. Hot route B/square receiver on a drag or slant.
  2. Motion the B/square receiver to the outside and snap the ball before he sets.

Coaching Points:

gun split close hb wheel 03

  • This play features a ton of possibilities that will gain yards against every type of coverage, but you should utilize it most often against Cover 3.
  • Watch for the RB2 the flat, who can get open quickly and gain yards after catch.
  • If the defense plays underneath, look for the RB1 after he cuts up the field for a big play.
  • The B/circle receiver on the drag or slant if he was hot-routed to one of those routes.
  • The corner route ran by the A/X receiver if Cover 3 coverage is called.
  • Look for the post route ran by the X/square receiver if Cover 2 zone coverage is called.

Video Breakdown:

 

Final Thoughts:

In conclusion, the Gun Split Close – HB Wheel is a great play to add to your arsenal if you want to keep your opponent guessing and exploit their weaknesses. Put it to the test and see how it performs for you!

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