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25 Cutback (Wishbone) youth football play diagram
25 Cutback (Wishbone) diagram

What is 25 Cutback (Wishbone)?

25 Cutback (Wishbone) is a youth football play from the Wishbone Formation built as a run play concept. FantasyHQ rates it Easy for youth, peewee, and Pop Warner installs, featuring the Running Back.

  • 25 Cutback (Wishbone) belongs in a youth football playbook as a easy install.
  • Primary look: Run Play.
  • Formation family: Wishbone Formation.
  • Export the graphic for parents, assistants, and mid-week install reminders.

Play overview

The 25 Cutback play is a higher risk higher reward type play due to the fact that it requires more maneuvering in the backfield before the Running Back can make his way up field. If the defense gets through the line quick, it will result in a tackle for a loss, but if you set it up properly, it could go for a big gain.

In order for successful execution of this play, you must set the defense up by lulling them into sleep with the 24 Blast play . Then, you call the 25 Cutback play, which is designed to look exactly like 24 Blast, until the Running Back cuts back and finds an opening on the other side of the field.

How to install 25 Cutback (Wishbone)

Use this teaching progression for youth football practice — walk-through first, then live reps.

  1. Walk the Wishbone alignment on air — every player finds their landmark before the snap.
  2. Teach the Running Back assignment first from the diagram, then layer the rest of the call.
  3. Rehearse the mesh or handoff at walk-through tempo until timing is automatic.
  4. Add a scout look (or cones) that matches when you want to call this play in a game.
  5. Script 4–6 live reps, then export the diagram for your staff chat or install sheet.

When to call this play

In order for successful execution of this play, you must set the defense up by lulling them into sleep with the 24 Blast play . Then, you call the 25 Cutback play, which is designed to look exactly like 24 Blast, until the Running Back cuts back and finds an opening on the other side of the field.

Coaching tips for youth teams

  • This is an easy youth football play — install it early in camp before adding hard concepts.
  • Keep language identical on the practice field and in the huddle — one name, one job.
  • Film the first live reps; pause on the landmark, not just the ball.
  • Pair this with a complementary play from the same formation so defenses cannot key one look.
  • If outside contain is soft, keep a sweep or toss in the same personnel as a change-up.
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25 Cutback (Wishbone) FAQ

What is the 25 Cutback (Wishbone) youth football play?
25 Cutback (Wishbone) is a youth football play from the Wishbone Formation built as a run play concept. FantasyHQ rates it Easy for youth, peewee, and Pop Warner installs, featuring the Running Back.
Is 25 Cutback (Wishbone) a good play for beginners or peewee football?
Yes — FantasyHQ rates 25 Cutback (Wishbone) as Easy. It is built for early installs, peewee football plays, and simple football playbooks.
How do I install 25 Cutback (Wishbone) in practice?
Walk the Wishbone alignment on air — every player finds their landmark before the snap. Teach the Running Back assignment first from the diagram, then layer the rest of the call. Rehearse the mesh or handoff at walk-through tempo until timing is automatic.
When should I call 25 Cutback (Wishbone)?
In order for successful execution of this play, you must set the defense up by lulling them into sleep with the 24 Blast play . Then, you call the 25 Cutback play, which is designed to look exactly like 24 Blast, until the Running Back cuts back and finds an opening on the other side of the field.
Does 25 Cutback (Wishbone) have formation variants?
Yes — 5 formation variants are linked on this page so you can keep the same play name across Ace, I, Pro, Wing-T, and other looks.

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25 Cutback (Wishbone) is a youth football play from the Wishbone Formation built as a run play concept. FantasyHQ rates it Easy for youth, peewee, and Pop Warner installs, featuring the Running Back.

The 25 Cutback play is a higher risk higher reward type play due to the fact that it requires more maneuvering in the backfield before the Running Back can make his way up field.

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