The strength of the UM offense is the upfront troops. Depth-wise, the receiving unit on paper is as deep as I can remember seeing at UM, so it would make sense that they become the focal point offensively. Here is where coach Coley can create match up problems and dictate coverages, which also helps SMorris get a better feel in both pre-snap and post snap reads.
The ace formation is often referred to as an inflated scheme between the twenties. It's difficult to contain between the twenties, particularly if the offense has an outstanding duo at tightend and slot receiver. They set the tempo and are chain movers. To be honest, I'm not sure we have a "player" at tightend in the traditional Miami mode unless BSandland emerges as that type. Still, though, I think SColey could be an absolute monster at the slot position. This kid working against a nickle back, linebacker or safety would be murder. With Dorsett's speed on the outside, Coley would become the vital cog in a machine that could be as explosive any UM offense in recent memory. When factoring in DJohnson's explosiveness and game-changing ability, the possibilities of this type of offensive structure are mind-boggling. Everything being led of course by Kehoe's big boys upfront.
Power football. The Joe Gibbs approach. Balancing out those eight man fronts UM will likely face in an attempt to pressure Morris in the passing game and stuff Johnson and the ground game. To counter the pressure looks and loaded defensive fronts, UM has enough depth at tightend to be physical at the point of attack. In the running game, the counter tre becomes a viable option again, particularly when motioning one of the tightends. In the passing game against an upfront scheme there is instant help for the offensive tackles. This would give Morris time to look deep downfield for those post/dig combination routes. Again, factoring in DJohnson releasing into space after checking blocking assignment is a mismatch.
The traditional Miami I formations would be used within the twenties and on short yardage situations. I personally like I-form twins because of the coverage it dictates. In addition, playaction to the strong side is where I would prefer to attack, the spider concepts.
This offensive structure provides balance while creating mismatches. It also gives you the ability to play power and finesse football at the point of attack.
I'll get to the 3-3-5 defense later.
