Could someone explain the blocking scheme when running the RPO offense? It's my understanding that lineman can't go down the field on a pass, but can on a run. How does this work when the play can be either a run or a pass?
I think the linemen are instructed to run block and if it's a pass, it's the QB's job to get the ball out early enough for them to not get penalized. The rule is 3 yards which is a good bit of room and they usually don't call it that tightly.
In recent weeks there seems to be more emphasis on penalizing linemen who stray too far downfield on pass plays.
JTG