How to run it
- X, Y, and Z all run straight past the defense.
- The center leaks out underneath as your checkdown.
The QB read
Three verticals stretch the defense. Look at X first. Z has his man beat. Let it fly.
- X 1
- Z OPEN
When to call it
- When the defense is crowding the line or playing tight underneath.
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Common questions
How do you run Triple Verticals in 5v5 flag football?
Line up in spread right. X, Y, and Z all run straight past the defense. The center leaks out underneath as your checkdown.
Who gets the ball on Triple Verticals in 5v5 flag football?
In 5v5 Triple Verticals, the primary target is Z. Three verticals stretch the defense. Look at X first. Z has his man beat. Let it fly.
Is there any blocking in Triple Verticals in 5v5 flag football?
No. In 5v5 Triple Verticals, the center releases to the flat, and every receiver runs a route, so every player is a receiving option.
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