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Singleback

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QB under center or in shotgun with one back behind at ~5 yds. The other skill players spread out. Use to threaten swing screens, draws, and play-action off the back's motion. Flexible — fits multiple personnel groupings.

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Concepts that use this formation: Jet Reverse, Sweep, Dive, Counter