Having a Tool Box in the Run Game
by Taylor Mazzone
Description
In this comprehensive course, Offensive Analyst Taylor Mazzone breaks down the modern Run-Pass Option (RPO) offense as installed and executed at New Mexico State University. Designed for coaches, play-callers, and offensive coordinators who want to understand not just what RPOs are, but why they work and how to teach them, this course blends strategic philosophy, layered progression, and real-game application.
Through detailed explanation, schematic diagrams, and game film, Coach Mazzone guides you through every level of an RPO system—giving you the tools to build reads, structure progressions, and teach your quarterback and offense how to consistently win conflicts against balanced defenses.
Whether you’re installing RPOs for the first time or refining an existing system, this course offers a complete walkthrough from theory to on-field execution.
Lessons
The Coach
Current Role
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Offensive Analyst, Football – New Mexico State University
Mazzone joined the Aggies’ staff ahead of the 2024 season as an offensive analyst for the football program.
Recent Experience
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Quarterbacks Coach (Midseason, 2024) – During his first year at New Mexico State, Mazzone was elevated to quarterbacks coach midseason, contributing directly to the development of several Aggie quarterbacks.
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Offensive Coordinator & Quarterbacks Coach – Idaho State University
Prior to New Mexico State, he served as offensive coordinator and led the quarterback room for Idaho State’s football program. -
Wide Receivers Coach – University of San Diego
Coached receivers and helped the Toreros claim a share of the Pioneer Football League title during his lone season there.
Previous Coaching Roles
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Outside Receivers Coach – University of Arizona
Spent multiple seasons coaching outside receivers, where the Wildcats’ offense ranked among the Pac-12’s top in total offense during his tenure. -
Offensive Quality Control – Texas A&M University
Worked on the Aggies’ offensive staff, contributing to balanced and high-output offensive units in 2016 and 2017. -
Graduate Assistant & Early Coaching Experience
Held coaching and quality control positions at UCLA and Arizona State University, including work with quarterbacks and special teams.
Education & Playing Background
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East Carolina University — Played collegiate football at East Carolina after beginning his college career at Ole Miss.
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Played quarterback and on special teams at East Carolina, contributing to bowl appearances and Conference USA championships during his playing years.
Notable Highlights
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Has worked with quarterbacks and offensive units that produced Pac-12 top offensive rankings and developed NFL-caliber talent.
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Elevated to positional coaching duties at New Mexico State during his first season, demonstrating trust from the staff in his ability to develop players at a high level.
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This Course Includes
| 24 hours on-demand video |
| Streaming from mobile and TV |
| Lifetime access |
| Certificate of completion |
| 100% money back guarantee |
Course Info
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| Caterory: | Football/Offense Breakdown - RPO |
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| Videos: | 8 |
