Cal's run game puts old school concepts in new school packages to assert physicality
Cal is known as a passing team, but those of us who follow the program know that they seek balance. They found this balance in 2014 with a stable of talented running backs, led by 1,115 yard rusher Daniel Lasco.
Spread offenses are known for relying heavily on inside and outside zone running plays. Cal's run game is more diversified than this stereotype. Cal often pairs creative personnel groupings with "old school" run concepts.
Below is one such example. Cal brings three extra offensive linemen into the game - two at tight end, one at fullback.