Wide Recevier Training: How To Run Crossing Routes
The focus of this article will discuss wide receivers running crossing routes.
When properly executed, receiver crossing routes are some of the most effective and exciting passing routes in football.
Crossing routes are run at shallow angles from one side of the field to the other. Usually run by wide receivers, there are variations that involve tight ends and wide outs.
Effective against zone defenses, crossing routes are particularly effective in attacking man to man defense. They are designed to take the defender out of position, getting the receiver open.
The focus of this article will be wide receiver crossing routes against man to man defense.
Crossing routes bring an important versatility to the game. They can be run as short, medium or long passing routes. Suitable for 2nd and short passing plays to going for 6. Receiver