Route Reads & Throws

Last updated Oct 6, 2026

Slants / Texas: throw before the receiver crosses the QB's face.
Comebacks: no completions inside the opponent's 25.
Conservative catch outside the numbers = punt on the next play.
Pocket: a 2-second wait before bailing on a non-designed rollout.
Hot routes: 1 per play · outside WR (X/Z) only · QB or WR 88+ OVR · slant / hitch / quick out / fade only. Blocking adjustments are always free.

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