Football schemes are a game of create, copy and adapt. From the option wishbone, wildcat, and spread offenses, the sport has been shaped by innovators. This concept is as prevalent for the air raid offense as any other offensive scheme. The brainchild of Hal Mumme, the air raid offense utilizes a pass-first mentality, completely different than its predecessors.
Hal Mumme served as the offensive coordinator at UTEP in the early 80’s. After four unsuccessful seasons the coaching staff was fired, and Mumme found himself as the head coach of Copperas Cove high school in Texas.