
Wavy Line = Pass Straight/Curved Line = Run
Force ball to LB FWDs run stops transfer back to RB RM leaves line free, unless players there. RB on oppo FWD's shoulder to pounce on ball up line. Aim of the press is to let the LB have the ball, force him to play it up line, where RB is ready to step in and intercept the pass.
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