Jeff Reents Modern Double Wing Offense 2-Pack

with Jeff Reents,
Wilmington High School (IL) Head Football Coach;

• Illinois Class 2A State Champions (2025, 2023, 2021)
• Daily Journal Sports Citizen of the Year (2025)
• Inductee - Illinois High School Football Coaches Hall of Fame (2019)
• Illinois Class 3A State Champions (2014)
• The Daily Journal Sports Citizen of the Year (2014)
• Eureka College Athletics Hall of Fame Inductee (2007)
• 1991 Eureka College Team Inducted into the Hall of Fame (1999)
• Has led Wilmington to the playoffs every year (since 1996)
• Over 295 career wins
• Played college football for Eureka College

Establishing a powerful, consistent offensive identity is the cornerstone of any successful football program. While many modern schemes prioritize a pass-heavy approach, the double wing offense remains one of the most reliable and physically dominant systems in the game. It provides an offense with the tools to control the tempo of the game, wear down opposing defenses, and create schematic advantages through deception and specialized blocking.

Wilmington High School Head Coach Jeff Reents provides a comprehensive look at how he has modernized this classic system to create a powerhouse program. Coach Reents brings an incredible resume of success to this presentation, having led his team to the 2021 IL 2A State Championship using the exact concepts and strategies shared in this video. His approach proves that the double wing is not just a vintage concept, but a sophisticated and highly effective modern weapon.

The instruction begins with a deep dive into the philosophy of the double wing. Coach Reents outlines six critical reasons why this system provides an edge, focusing on its ability to dictate ball control and create constant conflict for defensive players. Viewers learn how to build a wall at the point of attack and the importance of changing blocking schemes without changing the play's intent. A unique aspect of this system is how it empowers offensive linemen, giving them the tools to call their own blocking assignments based on defensive fronts.

The technical portion of the video utilizes a combination of whiteboard diagrams and game film analysis to illustrate the "Buck" series. Coach Reents provides a detailed breakdown of the inside and outside buck plays, which serve as the foundation of the offense. To keep defenses from adjusting, he introduces a series of tags and change-ups. You will see how simple modifications like "Short," "FB," and "Power" allow a coach to turn a handful of basic plays into a massive, unpredictable playbook that keeps coordinators guessing.

Beyond the X's and O's, Coach Reents pulls back the curtain on his program's daily operations. He shares his specific practice plan, showing exactly how he implements these concepts with his athletes to ensure they are prepared for game-day execution. This includes the integration of play-action passes, which are essential for punishing defenses that cheat toward the line of scrimmage to stop the run.

By the conclusion of this video, coaches will have a complete roadmap for installing or improving a double wing system. Whether looking to transition to a full double wing attack or simply seeking to add more physical run concepts to an existing scheme, the strategies provided here are tried, tested, and championship-proven.

with Jeff Reents,
Wilmington High School (IL) Head Football Coach;

• Illinois Class 2A State Champions (2025, 2023, 2021)
• Daily Journal Sports Citizen of the Year (2025)
• Inductee - Illinois High School Football Coaches Hall of Fame (2019)
• Illinois Class 3A State Champions (2014)
• The Daily Journal Sports Citizen of the Year (2014)
• Eureka College Athletics Hall of Fame Inductee (2007)
• 1991 Eureka College Team Inducted into the Hall of Fame (1999)
• Has led Wilmington to the playoffs every year (since 1996)
• Over 295 career wins
• Played college football for Eureka College

For your program to maximize talent and establish a physical identity, the double wing offense provides a proven blueprint for consistent winning. Coach Jeff Reents of Wilmington High School (IL) has spent 27 years perfecting this system, leading his team to 24 straight playoff appearances and a state championship. As a two-time Decade of Dominance honoree for maintaining over an 80 percent winning percentage from 2000-2019, Coach Reents shares the specific power-based adjustments and strategies that have enabled his program to remain a perennial powerhouse so you can do the same for yours.

In this comprehensive instructional video, Coach Reents dives deep into the power double wing, a variation characterized by extremely tight line splits and dense formations that force your opponents to defend every gap. You will learn the foundational setup of the offense, including how to align your wing backs and fullbacks to create immediate leverage. Reents explains why the power game is the perfect complement to your base double wing package, providing you with a short-yardage and goal-line solution that can easily be expanded into a full-field offensive philosophy. By focusing on these principles, you will develop a reputation for toughness and disciplined execution that defines your program.

Coach Reents moves from the chalkboard to the film room, where he provides a detailed analytical review of game footage. He demonstrates the critical stay-with-your-wing-man principle, showing you how your linemen must work in tandem to create a moving wall. You will see the specific footwork and paths for your pulling guards and tackles, as Coach Reents emphasizes the importance of keeping feet moving through contact to prevent the hole from clogging. He covers essential plays including the Power, Counter Tray, and G-Lead, illustrating how you can adapt blocking assignments against different defensive fronts to ensure success regardless of how your opponent aligns.

Beyond the ground game, Reents teaches you how to keep defenses honest with a deceptive passing attack. He shows you how to transition from heavy power runs into play-action boots and naked bootlegs that take advantage of defenders who are over-committing to your line of scrimmage. This balanced approach ensures that your offense remains unpredictable while you maintain the ability to grind out four and five yards at a time. These strategic varieties prevent defensive coordinators from loading the box against you without consequences, leading to more explosive plays and higher scoring efficiency for your team.

This video is an essential resource for you to build a resilient, high-performing program. By adopting these power-based strategies, you will develop a team that is tough to beat, physically dominant, and capable of winning games through disciplined execution and superior ball control.