Empty Quick Outs
Four receivers run short outs toward their nearest sideline while W runs upfield. Choose a side and practice a timely throw into an open window.
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Who does what
- CCenterSnap to the quarterback. No route is drawn for the center on this play; stay clear of the rush.
- QBQBChoose the side with more space before the snap. The animation targets Z; compare Z and H on the right, or X and Y on the left, rather than scanning every route.
- XWRRun a short stem on the far left, then break left.
- YWRRun a short inside-left stem, then break left below the outside lane.
- ZWRRun a short inside-right stem, then break right.
- HWRRun a short stem on the far right, then break right toward the boundary.
- WWRRun straight upfield from the inside right as the deeper option.
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How to teach Empty Quick Outs
By FlagPlays · Updated . Practical starting points for volunteer coaches. Check your competition’s rules before using a play.
Left and right refer to the diagram. Route depths are illustrations; adjust them to your field and players. Check eligibility, running and rush rules.
- When to try it
- Practice short sideline completions with a quicker release. Four receivers break outward while W continues upfield.
- Quarterback's plan
- Choose the side with more space before the snap. The animation targets Z; compare Z and H on the right, or X and Y on the left, rather than scanning every route.
- Teaching cue
- Break outward together and show your hands.
- Common mistake
- The inside and outside receivers running into the same sideline window.
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