That's an interesting play. It tries to capitalize on fast-pursuing defenses, but in order to work it relies on strong backside blocking. If we're talking about the same play, it's the one where Taylor's in the shotgun (or pistol - can't remember) with a running back to either side. He gets the snap, takes his first step to the right while both RBs break left, then Taylor turns and follows them as lead blockers.
With Imani and a strong blocking TE on the play side that could be a big gainer for us. The one time I specifically recall that play in the NW game we got five or six yards.
Yep that's the one. I think Taylor also made a nice throw on the run off of it - for a 1st down.
Now that you mention it, I remember that, too. For a guy who's not a natural QB he's made impressive strides in his skill set. I don't buy in to Bo's statement that Taylor could be an NFL QB, but for college he's just fine.
I really love that naked boot run pass option against MSU that Taylor took to the house. Entire MSU D going the other way and remaining defenders trying to watch Taylor and the WRs.
That was a thing of beauty! Beck set it up perfectly by using the run complement several times through out the game and once before on that drive. It's a pretty high risk play if you think about it. With no backside blocking if one defender figures it out then Taylor is going to get smoked as soon as he turns.