Playbooks

Y Cross

3 Formations45 Sets59 Plays

Overview

The Y Cross tag identifies every play built around the Y receiver (usually the tight end or a slot) running a deep crossing route at 12 to 18 yards. It is typically paired with a clearing post or go from the X, a flat or checkdown underneath, and a dig or curl to create a high-low read that stresses Cover 3 hook defenders and trails man coverage defenders across the field. The tag spans 51 plays in 40 sets across Singleback, Shotgun, and Pistol, including PA Y Cross, Orbit PA Y Cross, Whip Y Cross, Mtn Y Cross, and Boomerang Y Cross, so competitive players can quickly compare dropback, play-action rollout, and motion variants of the concept and lock in the version that fits their personnel, protection needs, and favorite route combos.

Plays by formation

Open the Singleback formation

Open the Pistol formation