ESPN.com · Apr 13, 2016
Matt Ryan: Falcons zone scheme will be fine despite banned chop blocks
playThe NFL Insiders crew reacts to the NFL adopting seven rule changes for next season, including the elimination of all chop blocks, as well as their thoughts on how the league will treat the personal foul issue. (1:26)After the NFL changed the rules and completely eliminated chop blocks last month, some wondered if it might deter offenses that feature zone blocking schemes.
The Atlanta Falcons implemented an outside-zone blocking scheme last year under first-year offensive coordinator Kyle Shanahan and saw Pro Bowl running back Devonta Freeman have a breakout season with 1,061 yards and 11 rushing touchdowns.
