Splash plays. Every team wants them but how do they happen? This article is going to look at the defense of the upcoming opponent focusing on the three big plays they allowed the previous or recent weeks. It’ll take a look at the whole play including details such as personnel, formations, blocking schemes and route combinations. As a follow up to each play, there will be the Steelers Scenario identifying the player or players who could benefit by running similar plays.
Week 1 Opponent – Buffalo Bills
Game reviewed vs Indianapolis Colts
Play One
Q1 8:15 – 1st and 10 from the BUF 37
Indianapolis – 12 personnel
Buffalo – Cover 1 Man
The Colts are in 12 personnel with a tight end on each wing and wide receiver to each side in the tight slot.