Blitz Definition

“The Blitz” is defined as a player or player’s that attack the QB – “QB IS THE PLAYER THAT RECEIVES THE SNAP OF THE BALL”. Example of a non-Blitz: a mesh with QB and RB, and the defender crosses the line to tag the RB – No Blitz (play-action or RPO)

 

Blitz Allowance

Each team has 1 blitz to be used during game play and/or during overtime

 

Mesh Plays

Defensive players can cross the line of scrimmage if the offensive QB and skill player are involved in a mesh possible run exchange. If the defensive player makes an attempt directly to the QB, it will be rules a blitz. If the defensive player plays the skill position, no blitz will be counted.

 

Four-Second Count

If a team blitzes, there will be NO 4 second count! QB can scramble but cannot run past the original line of scrimmage.

 

Blitz Flexibility

The Blitz can be used at any part of the field, the blitzing team can blitz as many players as they choose.

 

Blitz and Penalties

Defensive Penalty: If the offense accepts the penalty rather than the result of the play on a defensive blitz, the defense will retain their blitz.

 

Offensive Penalty: If there is an offense penalty on the play, the defense can accept the penalty, if the penalty is accepted defense will maintain their blitz.