From Horizontal Stress to Vertical Shots: Our Screen-and-Go Blueprint
Building Off the Key Screen to Create Vertical Threats
Earlier, we broke down how we attach Key screens to our run game to punish overcommitted defenders.
But what happens when they start expecting it?
We’ve set the trap.
Now it’s time to take the shot.
Today, we’re diving into how we take a safe, high-percentage screen and transform it into one of our most explosive plays.
Key Screen Review: Setting the Trap
Here’s a quick reminder of how our Key screen works and what the quarterback is looking for.
Our Goal: Create a 2-for-1 advantage on the perimeter.
If the apex defender cheats into the box and we still have numbers (2-on-1), we throw the screen.
But what happens when the defense over-adjusts?
The apex cheats in
The corner starts triggering downhill
And the safety rolls down hard
That’s our cue:
Go vertical.
