Isn't the whole point of play action on
by KeoughCharles05 (2018-10-15 17:27:15)

In reply to: That would make the call even worse.  posted by The Oak

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3rd or 4th and short to catch the defense by surprise and spring a big play?

This is why I don't understand the desire for play action in this case. We didn't need a big play, or points, or anything beyond a first down.

It's simply to help create separation.
by tdiddy07  (2018-10-15 17:45:53)     cannot delete  |  Edit  |  Return to Board  |  Ignore Poster   |   Highlight Poster  |   Reply to Post

It's not appreciably different whether that separation is a scoring play that gains a couple of yards or a first down that gains a couple of yards. Play action is an effective play in that situation as long as there's a true running threat.