However, the spread attack does have it's place in a power-based offense, especially the screen-option pass.
In calling it the screen-option pass, I am combining the bubble screen, with the option for the QB to give it to the RB or pass based on the number of defenders in the box.
In a typical power running offense, such as the double wing, defenses can and will load up the box to stuff the power run game. By adding the screen-option from a spread look, the offense forces the defense to adjust, while still enabling the same style of run game. It's a simple adjustment splitting tight ends and wings out. The QB can remain under center, while the fullback would need to be adjusted deeper, or run counter action, which I prefer, to allow for power/pulling guards taking on the middle backer.
If six defenders are in the box, run it. More than that, pass it. That's the option aspect. It's a pre-snap read by QB giving him the choice.
When throwing the pass, the action for the QB is to reverse out, fake handoff and throw the ball to the wing. The pass is made to the same side as the fullback is running to, putting pressure on outside backers. Backside split outs block, as well as back-side tackle. Play-side tight end cracks to outside backer, springing the wing for one on one.
