The Pistol formation uses a shotgun snap with the running back directly behind the quarterback. Learn its alignment, run-game benefits, passing options and tradeoffs.

The Dagger concept pairs a vertical clear-out with a deep dig. Learn the alignment, quarterback read, coverage stress, defensive answers and common misconceptions.

Four Verticals sends four receivers downfield to stretch safeties and create seam opportunities. Learn the alignments, reads, coverage answers and checkdown.

Vita Vea’s fully guaranteed $30 million extension ends his trade request and keeps the Buccaneers’ defensive anchor under contract through 2027.

A defensive line slant sends linemen diagonally into new gaps at the snap to change blocking angles, create penetration and keep linebackers clean.

Wait on quarterback while comparable starters remain, then draft the final QB in your tier. Here is when the strategy works—and when to abandon it.

11 personnel means one running back, one tight end and three wide receivers. Learn the code, why teams use it and how it differs from 12, 21 and 13 personnel.

Power run uses down blocks, a kick-out and a pulling guard to create an inside lane. Learn every assignment, the runner’s reads and how Power O differs from counter, duo and zone.

A trap play intentionally leaves a defender unblocked, then blocks him from the side with a pulling lineman. Learn the timing, assignments and reads.

Raiders at Texans airs Thursday on ESPN. Here are the confirmed viewing details, availability updates and three matchups that matter most.