The Rochester Offense - Specials and Screens
by Derek Leonard
Description
In this course, Coach Derek Leonard breaks down a variety of screen concepts and specialty plays within the Rochester Offense, focusing on how to create efficient, high-impact opportunities in the passing game. The lessons explore how screens can be used to counter aggressive defenses, slow down pass rush, and generate explosive plays in space.
Coach Leonard details multiple screen variations, including halfback screens, jailbreak screens, Now screens, and middle screens, explaining the structure, timing, and execution required for each. He also covers complementary concepts such as slip screens off GT action, showing how these plays can be integrated seamlessly into the overall offensive system.
Through film clips and detailed explanations, the course demonstrates how these plays develop in real game situations and how proper blocking, timing, and decision-making contribute to their success. Emphasis is placed on precision, coordination, and understanding defensive reactions.
By combining specialty plays with a well-structured screen game, this course provides a clear approach to adding versatility and explosiveness to the Rochester Offense.
Lessons
The Coach
🏈 About Coach Derek Leonard
Derek Leonard is one of the most accomplished high school football coaches in the country and the architect behind the powerhouse program at Rochester High School.
Since taking over in 2005, Leonard has built Rochester into a national model of consistency and excellence, leading the program to multiple IHSA State Championships and compiling one of the best winning percentages in Illinois history. His teams are known for their explosive offenses, disciplined execution, and relentless culture of accountability.
A former record-setting quarterback at Illinois College, Leonard blends a deep understanding of the passing game with a system built on balance, efficiency, and adaptability. His offensive approach consistently produces high-scoring units while developing quarterbacks and skill players who succeed at the next level.
As the son of legendary coach Ken Leonard, Derek has combined tradition with innovation—creating a program that not only wins championships but sustains success year after year.
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| Caterory: | Football/Screen Game |
