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New Scheme for Panthers: Zone Blocking: Fox Says System Suited to ...
International News Service, Australia - 1 hour ago
The 2007 Carolina Panthers might look more like the Atlanta Falcons and Denver Broncos of recent years.

Coach John Fox revealed Wednesday that the Panthers will begin using zone-blocking schemes in their offense, a dramatic change for a system that's been built around a power-running style. Fox said new offensive coordinator Jeff Davidson will begin installing zone blocking by the offensive line at minicamps and organized team activities this spring.

"We have not been much of a zone-blocking team," Fox said at the NFC coaches breakfast during the annual NFL meeting at the Arizona Biltmore. "Yet, we're kind of set up that way, to be real honest with you. That's something (Davidson) has a belief in, and I think he has the presence to get it across."

In a zone-blocking scheme, linemen are responsible for blocking any defender who appears in their zone, instead of focusing on one defender. The Broncos and Falcons have had success with the system, which features smaller, more athletic offensive linemen and can create running lanes on the inside and outside.

Thu, 29 Mar 2007 10:56:37 GMT

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[Lefty Noob]

This will produce more outside running and less inside the tackles stuff. Good idea?

[Stoney]

It will be if the "Swiss Cheese Offensive Line" gets fixed. Last year it was full of holes and STUNK!