Pistol Advantage Run Game: Zone, Counter Read, and Option Concepts

with Chris Klenakis;
Vanderbilt Offensive Line Coach;
2025 FootballScoop Offensive Line Coach of the Year;
Kennesaw State Offensive Coordinator / Offensive Line Coach (2023);
Liberty Offensive Line Coach (2022);
South Alabama Quality Control Analyst (2021);
Louisville Tight Ends / Offensive Line Coach (2014-2018);
Louisville Co-Offensive Coordinator (2016);
Iowa State Offensive Line Coach (2013);
Arkansas Offensive Line Coach (2010-2012);
Nevada Offensive Coordinator / Offensive Line Coach (2004-2009);
Central Missouri Offensive Coordinator (2003);
Southern Miss Offensive Coordinator (2000-2002);
Nevada Assistant Coach / Offensive Coordinator (1990-1999);
Churchill County (NV) HS Head Coach (1987-1989);
2x Nevada HS Coach of the Year;
First Division-I Offensive Coordinator to lead the nation in both rushing and passing during his career;
Developed 24 NFL offensive linemen as a college OL coach;
Helped develop Lamar Jackson and Colin Kaepernick into elite dual-threat quarterbacks;
2009 Nevada offense featured three 1,000-yard rushers - the only team in NCAA history to accomplish the feat

In this detailed offensive system video, Chris Klenakis breaks down how to build a modern, advantage-based run game using multiple option concepts, simple blocking rules, and formations designed to stress defenses on every snap.

This system focuses on creating favorable offensive numbers and forcing defenders into conflict while keeping execution simple and repeatable for players. Coaches will learn how to attack multiple defensive looks without overcomplicating the offense.

The video begins by defining what an "advantage run" is and how it creates favorable matchups within the structure of the offense. From there, Coach Klenakis explains how to build a layered option system that includes two-man, three-man, four-man, and five-man game concepts built from the same foundational principles.

Coaches will learn how to install a variety of option-based run concepts including arc blocking, slice action, and triple-option reads that consistently place defenders in conflict and create opportunities for explosive plays.

Key concepts include:

• Two-man game with triple lead structures for creating early run-game advantages
• Arc and Double Slice concepts that stress edge defenders and force assignment confusion
• Triple Arc and triple-option principles for creating consistent conflict reads
• Counter Read Triple Option variations that attack defensive flow and leverage
• Inline tight end structures that expand formation flexibility and blocking angles
• Four-man and five-man game concepts that increase multiplicity without increasing complexity

Throughout the video, Coach Klenakis demonstrates how to present a consistent offensive structure while using motion, formation variation, and interchangeable blocking assignments to keep defenses reacting rather than dictating.

A major emphasis is placed on simplicity within complexity. Coaches will learn how to establish clear rules for lead blockers, structure quarterback reads efficiently, and ensure every variation fits within a teachable and repeatable system.

This instructional video provides a complete framework for building an advantage-based run game that is flexible, adaptable, and difficult for defenses to prepare for while remaining simple and efficient for players to execute.

77 minutes. 2026.