Jared Goff: How Detroit Maximizes Play Action In The NFL

Film Breakdown by:

Jordan Palmer

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The Detroit Lions execute some of the NFL’s best under-center play action designs

Detroit’s offense shows how effective play action starts with full team execution. Every piece of the offense works together to sell the run, protect the quarterback, and create explosive plays off play action concepts.

 

On film, Jared Goff displays excellent mechanics coming out of the fake. His ability to sell the handoff, reset quickly, and deliver accurate throws allows Detroit to generate explosive gains while keeping defenses off balance.

 

The offensive line’s discipline, combined with well-designed route combinations and attention to detail, consistently puts defenders in conflict. The result is wide open passing windows off well-disguised run actions.

 

Detroit’s ability to pair run game efficiency with creative play action designs continues to create easy throws and high-level production in critical situations.

Key Takeaways:

Full team execution: Detroit’s offensive line, backs, and receivers fully sell the run action to create openings

Goff’s mechanics: Goff resets efficiently after the fake and consistently delivers accurate throws

Athletic movement: Maye’s quickness and body control help him reset and make off-platform throws

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