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Offense
Outside Zone in College Football
In college football, Outside Zone means: A zone-blocking run concept designed to stretch the defense horizontally. It is used to describe offense context in college football.
Definition
A zone-blocking run concept designed to stretch the defense horizontally.
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Related Glossary Terms
Inside ZoneA zone-blocking run concept aimed between the tackles.Zone ReadA read-option concept where the quarterback reads an unblocked defender on a zone run.C-GapThe gap outside the offensive tackle.11 PersonnelOne running back, one tight end, and three wide receivers.12 PersonnelOne running back, two tight ends, and two wide receivers.21 PersonnelTwo running backs, one tight end, and two wide receivers.
Last reviewed 2026-04-24