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RB Sweep Pass (I) youth football play diagram
RB Sweep Pass (I) diagram

What is RB Sweep Pass (I)?

RB Sweep Pass (I) is a youth football play from the I Formation built as a pass play, trick play concept. FantasyHQ rates it Hard for youth, peewee, and Pop Warner installs, featuring the Running Back.

  • RB Sweep Pass (I) belongs in a youth football playbook as a hard install.
  • Primary look: Pass Play, Trick Play.
  • Formation family: I Formation.
  • Export the graphic for parents, assistants, and mid-week install reminders.

Play overview

The RB Sweep Pass is one of the most lethal trick plays possible if you have a Running Back that can throw the ball.

Set up the play by making the backfield action look exactly like 28 Sweep. Then, when the entire defense is crashing down towards the sweep, have the Running Back settle down and throw up a ball to the Wingback who should be wide open behind everyone downfield.

How to install RB Sweep Pass (I)

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

  1. Walk the I 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

Set up the play by making the backfield action look exactly like 28 Sweep. Then, when the entire defense is crashing down towards the sweep, have the Running Back settle down and throw up a ball to the Wingback who should be wide open behind everyone downfield.

Coaching tips for youth teams

  • 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.
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Formation variants

Same play name, different alignments — keep language consistent across your youth football playbook.

RB Sweep Pass (I) FAQ

What is the RB Sweep Pass (I) youth football play?
RB Sweep Pass (I) is a youth football play from the I Formation built as a pass play, trick play concept. FantasyHQ rates it Hard for youth, peewee, and Pop Warner installs, featuring the Running Back.
Is RB Sweep Pass (I) a good play for beginners or peewee football?
Yes — FantasyHQ rates RB Sweep Pass (I) as Hard. Teach the landmarks first, then live tempo once the huddle language is clean.
How do I install RB Sweep Pass (I) in practice?
Walk the I 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 RB Sweep Pass (I)?
Set up the play by making the backfield action look exactly like 28 Sweep. Then, when the entire defense is crashing down towards the sweep, have the Running Back settle down and throw up a ball to the Wingback who should be wide open behind everyone downfield.
Does RB Sweep Pass (I) 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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RB Sweep Pass (I) is a youth football play from the I Formation built as a pass play, trick play concept. FantasyHQ rates it Hard for youth, peewee, and Pop Warner installs, featuring the Running Back.

The RB Sweep Pass is one of the most lethal trick plays possible if you have a Running Back that can throw the ball.

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