How to Set Up All Go for Maximum Damage
All Go is your MUST-HAVE vertical play in College Football 26. Run it from Five Wide in the Michigan State Empty Trey Flex formation. Simple concept. Everyone runs vertical routes, but each route attacks different parts of the field.
This play works because it puts immediate stress on every level of the defense. The shake route kills man coverage. The crosser destroys zone. The seam route creates one-play touchdowns against the right look.
Your three main weapons:
- Shake route (left side), your safety valve AND big play threat
- Crosser (right inside receiver), finds holes in zone coverage
- Right seam, attacks deep middle for touchdowns
Key thing, don't force the deep ball. Take what they give you. The shake route guy will be open quick against blitz. The crosser develops into massive gains. The seam creates home runs when the safety bites.
When to Call All Go Against Different Coverages
Against Man Coverage:
The shake route is AUTOMATIC. This guy eats man coverage alive. Hit him quick if they're bringing pressure. If you've got time, let him work, he'll find separation.
Against Zone Coverage:
Look for the seam route first. Zone defenses struggle with that vertical attack up the middle. The crosser also finds soft spots in zone. Especially when he breaks to the seam.
Against Blitz:
Shake route is your HOT READ. Don't get greedy. Take the quick completion and move on. The crosser takes too long to develop when they're bringing extra rushers.
Formation Details That Matter
Five Wide spreads the defense thin. Michigan State Empty Trey Flex gives you the right route combinations. The formation forces defenses to declare their coverage early. You'll see exactly what they're doing pre-snap.
What Makes Each Route Work
The Shake Route (Left Side):
This route has TWO PHASES. Quick game against pressure. Extended routes when you have time. The receiver creates his own separation with the shake move.
Hit him quick against blitz. Easy 8-12 yards. Let it develop against soft coverage. Potential for 15-20+ yards.
The Crosser (Right Inside Receiver):
Two windows to attack:
- Quick throw as he comes across
- Deep crosser all the way to sideline
The SEAM PORTION is where this route becomes deadly. When he breaks into the seam, zones can't handle it. Pass lead down and outside on the throw.
Speed matters here. Faster receiver = better route.
The Right Seam Route:
Your HOME RUN BALL. Attacks the deep middle where safeties struggle. Nearly impossible to defend when thrown correctly.
Don't force it. But when it's there, it's a touchdown.
How to Read the Defense and Make Quick Decisions
Pre-Snap:
Identify the coverage. Man or zone? How many rushers? Where's the safety?
Post-Snap Progression:
- Check for immediate pressure. Shake route hot read
- Scan seam route for big play opportunity
- Work crosser for intermediate gains
- Come back to shake route if nothing else develops
Key Rule: Don't get fixated on going deep. The underneath stuff moves the chains and sets up bigger plays later.
What Defenses Do to Counter All Go
Bracket Coverage:
They'll put two defenders on your best receiver. When this happens, work the other routes. Don't force throws into double coverage.
Deep Safety Help:
Takes away seam routes and deep crossers. Attack underneath with quick throws to the shake route.
Aggressive Pass Rush:
Makes the crosser harder to hit because it takes time to develop. Stick with quick game to the shake route.
How to Beat These Counters
Have an RPO or quick run ready from the same formation. When they bring extra coverage, they're light in the box. When they bring extra rush, hit them with quick throws.
Mix up your timing. Sometimes take the quick throw. Sometimes let routes develop. Keep them guessing.
Common Mistakes That Kill the Play
Forcing the Deep Ball:
Biggest mistake. The deep stuff is there sometimes. Not every time. Take the completion and move on.
Wrong Pass Lead on Crosser:
Pass lead down and outside. Don't throw it high or inside. That's where defenders can make plays.
Holding the Ball Too Long:
Against pressure, get rid of it QUICK. The shake route gives you an easy out.
Not Using Formation Properly:
The Michigan State Empty Trey Flex isn't just decoration. The specific alignments create the right leverage for your routes to work.
Master All Go and you'll have an answer for every coverage. Just remember. Take what they give you, don't force what isn't there.