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.

Attaching Quick Screens to the Run

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.

From Key to Lock: The Screen-and-Go