5v5 flag football play
2-2-1 Zone
A defense where each player covers an area of the field instead of a specific receiver — it takes away deep throws and short passing lanes.
BeginnerOpenerRed zoneThird & long
How to run it
- 1
Keep the ball in front and rally to the flag
- 2
Pass crossing routes with loud inside-out communication
The concepts in this play
- Zone
- A defense where each player covers an area of the field instead of a specific receiver — it takes away deep throws and short passing lanes.
Who should run it
Beginner. New teams and younger players (roughly grades 3–5). Teachable in a single practice.
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