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Offense
Run-Pass Option in College Football
RPO
In college football, Run-Pass Option means: A play where the quarterback can choose between a run and a pass based on the defense. It is used to describe offense context in college football.
Definition
A play where the quarterback can choose between a run and a pass based on the defense.
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Related Glossary Terms
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Last reviewed 2026-04-24