Field Gulls on Sam Darnold

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It can also provide Sam Darnold with information before he begins working through his post-snap progression. Through training camp there has been a lot of pre-snap motion in Fleury's play calls, particularly involving his tight ends. The same personnel grouping, formation and motion can potentially lead to outside zone, a complementary run concept, play action, a keeper, screen or explosive downfield opportunity.
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Pre-snap motion gives Darnold early coverage information and multiple play-action options.

Motion in Fleury's offensive scheme can provide Darnold with information before he begins working through his post-snap progression. Through training camp, there has been a lot of pre-snap motion in Fleury's play calls, particularly involving tight ends; the same personnel grouping, formation and motion can potentially lead to outside zone, a complementary run concept, play action, a keeper, screen or explosive downfield opportunity. This offensive approach mirrors Macdonald's defensive philosophy of making the opponent process more information while revealing as little as possible.

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