Pro Style Spread: Developing a Versatile Passing Attack

with Jason Burianek,
Missouri Baptist University Head Coach;
former McKendree University Assistant Coach;
former Belleville West High School (IL) Offensive Coordinator

In order to keep up with today's offenses, defenses are becoming more complex and versatile. Between combo coverages, robber packages, match-up defenses and more, defensive coordinators are constantly trying to disrupt quarterback reads.

This video featuring Jason Burianek has a proven, simplified answer to beat today's most prominent defensive strategies. Inside, you'll find answers that are easy for players to learn quickly and retain as the season progresses.

Coverage Families

Coach Burianek breaks down defensive coverages into two sections, or "families." All possible coverages will fall under one of these two families. Knowing these families inside and out will help your QB decide which route or area of the field he should look to throw. Simplifying coverage reads like this will be sure to improve the success and efficiency of your passing game.

Route Running

Next, Burianek describes how he teaches his receivers to know which route to run, based on their alignment. He also uses chalk talk diagrams, plus game and practice film cut-ups, that demonstrate his system on the field.

This video is a must-have for any coach that needs or wants to simplify reads for their quarterback and receivers. The components provided by Coach Burianek are applicable to any offensive situation and, if followed, will ultimately help your team both on the practice field and on game night.

58 minutes. 2021.