The Indianapolis Star

Franklin football leans on 'War' formation in short yardage situations. 'It's a mindset.'

FRANKLIN — When Todd Kiley yells "War!" from the Franklin sideline, the Panthers know it means more than to change formations. The signal means to switch to a double-wing, tight offense — the exact ...
Columbus Dispatch

What Woody Hayes-inspired formation gives to Ohio State football offense

At first glance, quarterback Will Howard’s sneak into the end zone during the second quarter of Ohio State’s rout of Marshall on Saturday appeared routine. Howard went under center, took the snap from ...
inforum

Old-school formation leads to offensive success for No. 2-ranked Fargo Davies football team

FARGO — After bowing out in last year’s state semifinals, Fargo Davies football coach Wayne Werremeyer said his team grabbed people's attention. “These kids surprised a lot of teams,” Werremeyer said ...
The New York Times

The Tactics Board: How the 4-4-2 works

This article is part of a wider series in partnership with Football Manager 26, which looks at the strengths and weaknesses of famous historical and contemporary tactics. The story of football teams ...