Slot Fade: 5v5 flag football play

Slot Fade is a 5v5 flag football deep passing play run from spread right. The slot releases outside and fades up the field. Against man, the slot defender rarely has help over the top. The throw goes to Y on the fade.

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Spread Right

How to run it

  1. X runs the quick out.
  2. Y runs the fade.
  3. Z runs the curl.
  4. The center checks down.

The QB read

Let the routes develop. Y breaks open. Throw it on time.

  1. Y FADE

When to call it

  • When the defense is crowding the line or playing tight underneath.
  • Against man coverage, where crossing and rub routes create separation.

Tags and formation

Spread Rightintermediatedeep-shotman-beater

Common questions

How do you run Slot Fade in 5v5 flag football?

Line up in spread right. X runs the quick out. Y runs the fade. Z runs the curl. The center checks down.

Who gets the ball on Slot Fade in 5v5 flag football?

In 5v5 Slot Fade, the primary target is Y. Let the routes develop. Y breaks open. Throw it on time.

Is there any blocking in Slot Fade in 5v5 flag football?

No. In 5v5 Slot Fade, the center releases to the flat, and every receiver runs a route, so every player is a receiving option.

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