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title: How to Take Power to the Next Level Using These Variations - Blake Mouser
description: Learn game-changing power play variations to elevate your football offense. Discover innovative blocking schemes and formations that will dominate defenses and maximize your team's rushing attack.
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# [How to Take Power to the Next Level Using These Variations - Blake Mouser](https://www.glazierclinics.com/football-coach-resources/how-to-take-power-to-the-next-level-using-these-variations)

 Written by [Glazier Football](https://www.glazierclinics.com/football-coach-resources/author/glazier-football) | Jan 22, 2025 5:58:48 PM

Blake Mouser, Head Coach, Tolar HS, TX discusses (using game film) some of the different variations that he uses along with his base power.

The video is a portion of his entire Glazier Drive clinic on: [Dress It Up: How to Take Power to the Next Level with Formations & Motions out of a Multiple Spread Offense](https://production.glazierdrive.com/library/dress-it-up-how-to-take-power-to-the-next-level-with-formations-motions-out-of-a-multiple-spread-offense)

Key takeaways from the video are listed below.

 

The video breaks down several variations of Power:

1. Power Opposite

- Guard kicks out the end while HB pulls (reverse of traditional power)
- Tackles must make "smash" calls based on linebacker positioning
- Focus on proper double teams and combo blocks

1. Power vs. Different Fronts

- Against 4-man front: Adapts when DE spikes inside, treating OLB as new end man
- Against 3-man front: Uses "base out" technique against larger defenders
- Emphasizes guard pulling technique: "pull left, hit with left"

1. Power Read Variations

- Quarterback read option added to traditional power
- Can read either defensive end or box defender
- HB becomes lead blocker rather than ball carrier
- Quarterback must get outside shoulder of DE before deciding

Key Coaching Points:

- Emphasizes rules-based vs. man-based blocking
- Stresses the importance of proper pulling technique
- Focuses on combo blocks and double teams
- Adaptable to multiple defensive fronts
- Can be run from pistol formation to set up play action

 

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