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Offense
Read Option in College Football
In college football, Read Option means: A run play where the quarterback reads a defender and decides whether to hand off or keep the ball. It is used to describe offense context in college football.
Definition
A run play where the quarterback reads a defender and decides whether to hand off or keep the ball.
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Related Glossary Terms
QuarterbackThe offensive player who usually takes the snap and directs the offense.Zone ReadA read-option concept where the quarterback reads an unblocked defender on a zone run.Run-Pass OptionA play where the quarterback can choose between a run and a pass based on the defense.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