The Zeta Play · KICKERSCAMP: Kicking Skool

The Zeta Play

Punters and special teams (and head) coaches, learn from this play. < WATCH PLAY >

Often it's done with your punter when you expect a big rush to force a blocked punt by a desperate defense. When the clock, and not the score is your biggest enemy, having your punter catch the snap and run to the corner of the end zone to take as much time off the clock as possible. The punter in normally in the end zone - it's a very safe play.

NOTE: unlike this video, the player should never allow himself to be touched. When pressure comes, just step out the back of the end zone. Take the 2 point safety and if there is any time left on the clock, you punt or kick off from your own 20 and give your opponent the ball with time for one play from long distance.

OF NOTE: This play, was done by the QB — 45 yards away from the end zone — there's a very real danger of him tripping or falling on the way to the end zone, which would be disastrous (notice how close he comes to his tailback's foot). Get that guy away from him! And, his teammates can "effectively" hold the defense to buy more time. If they call a penalty, you back up and do it again. 😮

Understand the rules, prepare your team for curious opportunities and smartly win the game!

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